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Southwest Airlines names Rakesh Gangwal as board chair following Gary Kelly's retirement
Southwest Airlines has named Rakesh Gangwal as the independent chair of the board of directors. Gangwal, an airline executive and entrepreneur, has been a member of the Southwest Airlines board of directors since July 8.
Southwest Airlines names Rakesh Gangwal as new board chair
Southwest Airlines has named former US Airways CEO Rakesh Gangwal as its new independent chair of the board of directors. Gangwal joined the board in July, shortly after activist investor Elliott Investment Management disclosed a stake in the Dallas-based ...
Southwest Airlines names IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal as chairman
In September and early October, Gangwal bought 3.6 million shares of Southwest, with transaction prices between $29 and $30 per share, amounting to a $108 million investment, according to SEC filings.
Southwest Names IndiGo Co-Founder as Independent Board Chair
Gangwal’s appointment marks the end of a tense battle with activist investor Elliott, which had long been pushing for significant leadership changes at Southwest.
Southwest board gets new independent chairman
The new chair of the Dallas-based airline's board is the billionaire co-founder of the largest airline in India.
Rakesh Gangwal named chairman of Southwest's reconstructed board
Southwest's reconstituted board of directors will be chaired by Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of Indian airline IndiGo. Gangwal also is a former CEO of US Airways and reservations system Worldspan.
Southwest names Rakesh Gangwal as independent chair of board
Airlines announced the appointment of Rakesh Gangwal as independent Chair of the Board of Directors and named new Board
Southwest Airlines Names Rakesh Gangwal Independent Board Chair
Southwest Airlines, which recently struck a truce with activist investor Elliott Investment Management, on Monday said it has named longtime airline executive Rakesh Gangwal as independent board chair.
Southwest names aviation veteran Gangwal as board chairperson
Southwest Airlines on Monday named aviation industry veteran Rakesh Gangwal as the chairperson of its board. The airline brought in the co-founder of India's InterGlobe Aviation to its board in July after pressure from activist investor Elliott Investment Management.
Southwest, Other Airlines Plan a Shake-Up. Why They Need More to Boost Their Stocks.
Budget airlines are hoping a big shift in how they assign seating will win over a broader passenger base, in a desperate bid ...
Virginia dad, traveling with teen daughter, friend profiled as human trafficker during Southwest flight
A flight attendant approached the two teens and questioned them about their relationship with Kerrigan, who had left his seat ...
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Slightly new Southwest emerges from Elliott fight
Elliott, which owns 11% of Southwest, did not gain control of the board, and the airline made no major strategic shifts that ...
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Here’s what Southwest Austin, Dripping Springs residents need to know for the Nov. 5 election
Residents in Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs will be presented with local, state and federal races on their ballot on ...
Teen and man killed in shooting in Chicago's southwest suburbs
"Jaydin was known for his kind heart, vibrant personality, and the positive impact he had on everyone around him," Argo ...
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Mild November weather ahead in Southwest and Central Virginia
Stay updated on Southwest and Central Virginia's weather with our latest forecast for a mild November and upcoming rain ...
Southwest Parkinson Society celebrates the life and legacy of longtime treasurer, Margaret Bryant
The Southwest Parkinson Society honors the life and legacy of longtime treasurer Margaret Bryant ahead of her celebration of ...
Southwest makes a big drink change some travelers will hate
The latest airline to announce a new, more environmentally-friendly cup is Southwest Airlines ( LUV) . The new version is ...