Nieuport Aviation appoints Cheryl Stone as Chief Strategy Officer

TORONTO, ONTARIO – Nieuport Aviation is pleased to announce that effective April 1, 2025, Cheryl Stone will assume the role of Chief Strategy Officer. Cheryl has been a member of the Nieuport team since 2022, most recently serving as Director, Strategic Priorities and Public Affairs. With extensive experience in public affairs and a strong understanding of the intersection between strategy and impact, Cheryl has been invaluable in driving strategic initiatives at the award-winning passenger terminal at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. A recognized leader in the aviation industry, Cheryl was the first Young Professional Liaison to the ACI-NA World Business Partners and was last year included in Wings Magazine’s Top 20 Under 40 in Canada list.

“I’d like to congratulate Cheryl on her promotion to Chief Strategy Officer,” said Neil Pakey, Outgoing President and CEO of Nieuport Aviation. “Cheryl has a proven track record of delivery on our key strategic initiatives and has been instrumental in demonstrating Nieuport’s role and impact with government, business and community.”

“As we look toward a bright future, Cheryl’s appointment positions Nieuport to continue delivering on its unwavering commitment to passengers, partners and the community,” said Jennifer Quinn, Incoming CEO of Nieuport Aviation.  “Her leadership and expertise will ensure the passenger terminal at Billy Bishop Airport deepens its role as a vital piece of transportation infrastructure for the region, province and country.”

“I’m humbled by the opportunity to take on this new role and continue contributing to Nieuport Aviation’s future,” said Cheryl. “Connectivity is so important in our lives and air travel plays a larger role than ever before. I look forward to working with our team, partners and stakeholders as we usher in the next era for the passenger terminal at Billy Bishop Airport, demonstrating the value that public private partnerships can bring to airports in Canada.”

About Nieuport Aviation

Nieuport Aviation is the owner and operator of the passenger terminal at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Backed by Canadian and international pension funds and supported by significant international expertise in managing aviation operations, we are committed to world-class customer service for the millions of customers using the airport. In addition to managing the passenger terminal, Nieuport Aviation offers passengers a free bus shuttle service between the airport and downtown Toronto, helping to provide a seamless travel experience. For more information, please visit www.nieuport.com. Since acquiring the airport terminal, Nieuport has invested $60 million in upgrades, recently opening the Aspire Business Lounge for Canadian travellers. Nieuport is further investing in the development of the US Customs pre-clearance facility, to be opened in 2025. For more information, please visit www.nieuport.com.