SkyWest Names Robert Simmons CFO - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - SkyWest Inc. (SKYW), the holding company for SkyWest Airlines and ExpressJet Airlines, said that it has appointed Robert Simmons Chief Financial Officer, effective March 16, 2015.

Simmons will oversee all financial controls, capital management, financing and accounting processes of the holding company, with a focus on improved profitability and value for all SkyWest, Inc. stakeholders. He will report to Russell "Chip" Childs, President of SkyWest Inc.

Additionally, Wade Steel, currently Executive Vice President, will assume the position of Chief Commercial Officer. He succeeds Bradford R. Rich, who will retire from the company after more than 25 years. As Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Steel will oversee contract development and management and development of business opportunities with network airlines, as well as fleet management and purchasing. He will also report to Mr. Childs.