Southwest CEO Robert Jordan to Become the Airline's President, Too
In a securities filing on Thursday, Southwest Airlines said Bob Jordan would succeed to the position of President of the company on January 1, 2023, while also retaining the role of CEO he has had since earlier this year.
Jordan, a 34-year-old veteran of the company, will step into a role being vacated by Michael G. Van de Ven, president and chief operating officer, who submitted his resignation.
Andrew M. Watterson will rise to the position of chief operating officer as of October 1.
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