Gavin McKechnie joins Kinetic as principal consultant & strategic advisor

By Charlotte Turner |

Gavin McKechnie.

Gavin McKechnie.

Gavin McKechnie has joined forces with independent international management-consulting firm Kinetic Consultancy, effective 1 September.

 

The accomplished airport commercial executive who recently finalised his successful assignment as Senior Vice President Commercial for Abu Dhabi Airports (ADAC) will support Kinetic clients as a strategic advisor and principal consultant.

 

As reported in an exclusive interview with TRBusiness, McKechnie left his post at ADAC after returning to the company just two years ago. He completed his initial four-year term between 2012 and 2016.

 

“Having worked closely with Gavin I’ve experienced his capabilities firsthand," said

“Having worked closely with Gavin I’ve experienced his capabilities firsthand,” said Martijn Steur, Managing Director Kinetic Consultancy.

McKechnie also confirmed with TRBusiness that he joined Enviro-Point as Board Advisor, effective 1 August.

 

HIGH-TRAFFIC SPECIALISTS

In his new role with Kinetic he will support high-traffic clients such as airports, investors, operators, retail and hospitality companies to help develop their strategic positioning and improve (business) performance.

 

Next to this role he will act as an advisor to the team and induce his international travel retail and transport experience to support the development of the team and the company.

 

“We are super excited that Gavin is joining forces supporting our clients, our team and company,” said Martijn Steur, Managing Director Kinetic Consultancy.

 

“Having worked closely with Gavin I’ve experienced his capabilities firsthand. Gavin is not only a great person to work with, he is experienced in shaping a business and high-impact projects.

 

“Gavin is uniquely qualified for this role and a perfect fit for Kinetic Consultancy as high-traffic specialists. He has vast experience in the high-traffic industry. Understanding vantage points from various aspects, such as an airport operator, investor, retail company and a rail company.”

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