American Airlines is adding about 130 positions
to its global sales organization. One of those new positions is VP of
international sales, to which Chris DeGroot will be promoted. DeGroot, who has
worked with American since 2001, most recently as managing director of sales
strategy, now leads the carrier's sales strategy and commercial initiatives for
international flights. He reports to SVP of global sales Alison Taylor.
American executives said earlier
this year they plan to build up their sales force in an effort to gain
market share.