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Vantage Group has announced the appointment of Karen Ali as Chief Operating Officer at JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the Vantage-led company selected by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) to manage JFK Terminal 7 and lead the development and operation of a new JFK Terminal 6, part of PANYNJ's $19 billion transformation of JFK airport. Ali joins Vantage's senior leadership team at JFK with nearly 20 years of experience in operations management, project leadership, and business transformation across various sectors, including aviation.
Reporting to Steve Thody, CEO of JMP, Ali will develop and deliver a plan that prioritizes operational excellence, guest experience, and financial performance at the existing Terminal 7 and at the new Terminal 6 when its first gates open to passengers in 2026. Key responsibilities include leading safety, security, and operational performance; delivering an exceptional experience to all stakeholders; maximizing commercial revenue through aeronautical and non-aeronautical programs; and implementing processes for JMP and its partners.
"It's an exciting time to join our Vantage Group-JMP team as we enter a pivotal stage in T6's development while continuing to manage a very active and thriving Terminal 7 operation," said Steve Thody. "Karen's extensive experience in operations management and business growth are an excellent fit for our $4.2 bn T6 transformation, and we couldn't be happier to have her onboard."
