Plaza Premium Group (PPG), the pioneer and global leader of airport hospitality, has announced the appointment of Pascal Bélanger as the new Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for PPG in Canada. In this role, Bélanger will report to Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, and will be responsible for overseeing the Group’s commercial and operational activities throughout Canada. His primary focus will be on developing business strategies to ensure the Group’s continued success in the market, encompassing its portfolio brands such as Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and airport dining.
A Seasoned Professional
With over 17 years of experience in commercial and airport operations, Pascal Bélanger is no stranger to the airport industry. Prior to joining PPG, Bélanger served as the Executive Vice-President, Airport and Commercial Operations at Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) for 12 years. During his tenure at WAA, he oversaw all commercial activities, including Air Service Development, Air Cargo, Real Estate, and Concessions.
Before his time at WAA, Bélanger held positions at Aeroport de Quebec Inc, where he served as the Director of Development & Communications in 2004 and later became the President and Chief Operating Officer in 2006. His leadership was instrumental in the strategic and operational success of the Québec City Jean-Lesage International Airport, including the planning and construction of the airport’s major redevelopment project, the new Québec City airport terminal, which opened in 2008.
Driving Growth in Canada
Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, expressed confidence in Bélanger’s ability to lead the team to success and drive the Group’s vision in the Canadian market. As PPG embraces a new era of travel by prioritizing digital solutions and customer experience, Angelone believes that there are significant growth opportunities for the Group’s airport hospitality solutions in Canada.
Currently, Plaza Premium Group has a strong presence in airports across Canada, including Toronto (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR), Edmonton (YEG), Montreal (YUL), and Winnipeg (YWG). Additionally, the Group has been expanding its footprint in key Canadian destinations, Europe, the US, South America, and Asia. In 2021, PPG unveiled two new lounges at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), namely the Landmark Lounge and Concept Lounge, as well as the Air France Lounge in Montreal. Furthermore, the Group has multiple projects in the pipeline, set to launch between 2022 and 2023 at key airports.
Conclusion
Pascal Bélanger’s appointment as Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for Plaza Premium Group in Canada signifies the Group’s commitment to driving growth and enhancing airport hospitality solutions in the Canadian market. With Bélanger’s wealth of experience and expertise, Plaza Premium Group aims to continue its mission of making travel better by delivering exceptional customer experiences and leveraging digital innovations. As the Group expands its presence in Canada and beyond, travelers can look forward to an elevated airport experience through Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and the Group’s diverse dining options.
Plaza Premium Group (PPG), the pioneer and global leader of airport hospitality, has announced the appointment of Pascal Bélanger as the new Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for PPG in Canada. In this role, Bélanger will report to Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, and will be responsible for overseeing the Group’s commercial and operational activities throughout Canada. His primary focus will be on developing business strategies to ensure the Group’s continued success in the market, encompassing its portfolio brands such as Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and airport dining.
A Seasoned Professional
With over 17 years of experience in commercial and airport operations, Pascal Bélanger is no stranger to the airport industry. Prior to joining PPG, Bélanger served as the Executive Vice-President, Airport and Commercial Operations at Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) for 12 years. During his tenure at WAA, he oversaw all commercial activities, including Air Service Development, Air Cargo, Real Estate, and Concessions.
Before his time at WAA, Bélanger held positions at Aeroport de Quebec Inc, where he served as the Director of Development & Communications in 2004 and later became the President and Chief Operating Officer in 2006. His leadership was instrumental in the strategic and operational success of the Québec City Jean-Lesage International Airport, including the planning and construction of the airport’s major redevelopment project, the new Québec City airport terminal, which opened in 2008.
Driving Growth in Canada
Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, expressed confidence in Bélanger’s ability to lead the team to success and drive the Group’s vision in the Canadian market. As PPG embraces a new era of travel by prioritizing digital solutions and customer experience, Angelone believes that there are significant growth opportunities for the Group’s airport hospitality solutions in Canada.
Currently, Plaza Premium Group has a strong presence in airports across Canada, including Toronto (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR), Edmonton (YEG), Montreal (YUL), and Winnipeg (YWG). Additionally, the Group has been expanding its footprint in key Canadian destinations, Europe, the US, South America, and Asia. In 2021, PPG unveiled two new lounges at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), namely the Landmark Lounge and Concept Lounge, as well as the Air France Lounge in Montreal. Furthermore, the Group has multiple projects in the pipeline, set to launch between 2022 and 2023 at key airports.
Conclusion
Pascal Bélanger’s appointment as Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for Plaza Premium Group in Canada signifies the Group’s commitment to driving growth and enhancing airport hospitality solutions in the Canadian market. With Bélanger’s wealth of experience and expertise, Plaza Premium Group aims to continue its mission of making travel better by delivering exceptional customer experiences and leveraging digital innovations. As the Group expands its presence in Canada and beyond, travelers can look forward to an elevated airport experience through Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and the Group’s diverse dining options.
Plaza Premium Group (PPG), the pioneer and global leader of airport hospitality, has announced the appointment of Pascal Bélanger as the new Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for PPG in Canada. In this role, Bélanger will report to Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, and will be responsible for overseeing the Group’s commercial and operational activities throughout Canada. His primary focus will be on developing business strategies to ensure the Group’s continued success in the market, encompassing its portfolio brands such as Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and airport dining.
A Seasoned Professional
With over 17 years of experience in commercial and airport operations, Pascal Bélanger is no stranger to the airport industry. Prior to joining PPG, Bélanger served as the Executive Vice-President, Airport and Commercial Operations at Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) for 12 years. During his tenure at WAA, he oversaw all commercial activities, including Air Service Development, Air Cargo, Real Estate, and Concessions.
Before his time at WAA, Bélanger held positions at Aeroport de Quebec Inc, where he served as the Director of Development & Communications in 2004 and later became the President and Chief Operating Officer in 2006. His leadership was instrumental in the strategic and operational success of the Québec City Jean-Lesage International Airport, including the planning and construction of the airport’s major redevelopment project, the new Québec City airport terminal, which opened in 2008.
Driving Growth in Canada
Sylvio Angelone, Chief Operating Officer of Plaza Premium Group, expressed confidence in Bélanger’s ability to lead the team to success and drive the Group’s vision in the Canadian market. As PPG embraces a new era of travel by prioritizing digital solutions and customer experience, Angelone believes that there are significant growth opportunities for the Group’s airport hospitality solutions in Canada.
Currently, Plaza Premium Group has a strong presence in airports across Canada, including Toronto (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR), Edmonton (YEG), Montreal (YUL), and Winnipeg (YWG). Additionally, the Group has been expanding its footprint in key Canadian destinations, Europe, the US, South America, and Asia. In 2021, PPG unveiled two new lounges at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), namely the Landmark Lounge and Concept Lounge, as well as the Air France Lounge in Montreal. Furthermore, the Group has multiple projects in the pipeline, set to launch between 2022 and 2023 at key airports.
Conclusion
Pascal Bélanger’s appointment as Senior Vice-President, Commercial Development and Operations for Plaza Premium Group in Canada signifies the Group’s commitment to driving growth and enhancing airport hospitality solutions in the Canadian market. With Bélanger’s wealth of experience and expertise, Plaza Premium Group aims to continue its mission of making travel better by delivering exceptional customer experiences and leveraging digital innovations. As the Group expands its presence in Canada and beyond, travelers can look forward to an elevated airport experience through Plaza Premium Lounge, Aerotel, ALLWAYS Meet and Greet service, and the Group’s diverse dining options.
