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Jacqui McGillivray

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Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at WestJet
📍 Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Jacqui is an accomplished executive with over 30 years of experience transforming global organizations. As WestJets Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, she leads People, Labour Relations, and Communications. She holds an MBA from McGill University and is an expert in culture, performance, and corporate governance.

Outside of her executive role, Jacqui is a passionate advocate for social causes. She actively supports Indigenous reconciliation, LGBTQ+ Pride, and community partners like Hope Air, which provides Canadians access to vital medical care. Her focus is on building inclusive and supportive communities.

In a previous role, she led a transformation that helped create approximately $5 billion in shareholder value.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Priorities

Topics Jacqui cares about

Organizational Transformation
Her career is defined by leading large-scale transformations of operating models, culture, and performance at companies like Element Fleet Management, Cenovus Energy, and WestJet.
Diversity and Inclusion
Publicly supports and promotes initiatives for Indigenous reconciliation and LGBTQ+ Pride, demonstrating a deep commitment to building an inclusive work environment.
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Career

Work history

10-2024
Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer
WestJet
1-2024 - 7-2024
Strategic Advisor to CEO
Element Fleet Management
8-2018 - 12-2023
EVP & Chief People and Social Impact Officer
Element Fleet Management
2012 - 2017
Executive Vice-President, Safety & Organization Effectiveness
Cenovus Energy
2010 - 2012
Head of Global HR
Talisman Energy
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The WestJet Group announces Jacqui McGillivray as Group Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. Featured in WestJet Media Room
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The WestJet Group announces Jacqui McGillivray as Group Executive Vice-President and Chief People Officer. Featured in The Globe and Mail
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Education
1993 - 1995
MBA
McGill University
1988 - 1991
B.A.
Western University
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