Ian Morgan,
Qatar Airways Vice President Cargo The Americas, makes no bones about
it.
He got into air cargo by chance but during
the ensuing years has never looked back.
He has also worked both sides of the fence,
first in forwarding and now at the airlines.
“I started my career in 1979 at Gatwick
Airport as a junior import accounts clerk at Pandair Freight.
“It was not an intentional decision,
but purely by circumstance I found myself contemplating a job in an industry
that I had really never heard of.
“To this day, it’s the best
decision I have ever made.
Purposeful Energy
“I strive to create an environment
where the people that are part of the team want to come to work.
“We all have to work, but when you
can create and maintain a culture that makes people want to come to work,
that’s where you make a difference.
“I am fortunate to be surrounded with
the best people in the business and to be part of a team in The Americas
that I believe is the best in the industry.
“I am thankful every day for that.
A Day In An Air Cargo Life
“No day is the same,” Ian declared,
“and that is very much part of the excitement that comes from working
in the air cargo industry.
“One day I could be dealing with challenges
such as the recent unrest in Ecuador, to establishing the infrastructure
to support five new station startups occurring over the next three months.
“In most cases, it is communicating
with staff, customers and partners to continue to make Qatar Airways Cargo
the carrier that our customers ‘want’ to work with
and not ‘have to’ work with.
Leadership Lifts Quality All Around
“When I look back on those who have
inspired me, there is one common quality. They have all been willing to
listen, even if you are not in agreement.
“They believe that everyone has value,
and that all opinions are created equal.
“Being a great leader requires being
a good coach, being able to empower, and not micro manage those who are
very capable of doing the job.
“Great leaders make the working environment
inclusive and facilitate career growth, and development.
“They communicate the vision, and
ensure that everyone understands and knows that they are a vital part
of the business.
Mike White, President-Cargo Network
Services (CNS), pictured here with Ian Morgan enthused, "Qatar
has been a key sponsor of the CNS Partnership Conference. QR, with
their growth in the U.S. has been supportive on the regulatory issues
on customs and security.
"They also have been strong advocates
in the paperless e-AWB initiative to and from the U.S.," Mike
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True Partners
“We want our partners throughout the
Americas and everywhere to understand that we are in a “partnership,”
and that if they fail, we fail.
“It is working with every component
of our industry, to being at the levels our customers have come to expect.
“We have a responsibility as the world’s
leading cargo airline.
“Our team represents not just Qatar
Airways, but also the industry as a whole, and that comes with serious
commitments and responsibility.
“I believe our legacy will be determined
by how we represent the industry as a whole, and the part we will play
in improving safety, security, and the customer experience.
Customer Experience Is Paramount
“Customer experience is the most important
aspect of any business.
“We have a dedicated team in place
that is looking for ways to enhance and improve customer experience.
“Here is a clear customer experience
vision that is 100% committed to delivering a positive experience at every
touchpoint.
“Our teams make every effort to understand
the customer and always act on their feedback.
Word Up Is Positive
“We have been receiving positive feedback
from our customers which helps us understand that our efforts are bearing
fruit,” Ian smiles.
“Our position today is because of
our customers who have never lost their trust in us.
Carrying The Message Up Front
“We, as employees of Qatar Airways
Cargo, are the ones that create the impression.
“We are the ones that can negatively
and positively influence the perception of the airline.
“At Qatar Airways Cargo, we always
aim to create a positive perception globally.
“Customer centricity, as mentioned
earlier, is at the heart of everything we do and this is reflected by
each of our employees globally. “We care for our customers and remain
humble.
“Everyone here understands that our
continued success is due to the trust of our customers and business partners.
“We remain as humble and approachable
to our clients as when we were ranked 14th in the world and even today,
being one of the world’s leading global air cargo carriers.
“I believe this is what sets us apart.
People Are Everything
“We also value people and recognize
that we are only as good as the environment that we create for our staff
to succeed.
“At every given point, we promote
a positive work environment that allows our teams to excel, and be able
to feel pride and value in their significant contribution to the airline’s
success.
People Just For Instance
”We believe in leading by example.
“You cannot be everywhere at once
and, cannot speak to every customer, or even everyone in the cargo team,
every day.
“What you can do is to create and
nurture, facilitate, enhance, encourage, recognize, support and celebrate
your team.
“This is reflected in every customer
interaction that our global teams have with our customers and partners.
“Every time a customer entrusts us
with their cargo, they understand how seriously we take that responsibility.”
Great Collaborations Delivered
“As one of the leading global air
cargo carriers, we believe in great collaborations, as they promote success.
“We encourage a culture of showing
respect and value for the skills and contributions of our team members.
“We also believe that by having open
and candid dialogues, and most of all by listening, and understanding
alternative points of views, people feel valued and respected and that
is what promotes collaboration,” Ian Morgan said.
“Pre conceived ideas, dominance and
dissonance can kill collaborations.
“We need to constantly evolve if we
wish to hold the mantle of “Customer Preference.” “The
market is always changing and it’s important to have an adaptive
approach in every aspect of our business.
“If you were to see and live the creative
development underway at Qatar Airways Cargo as I do, it only underscores
that we take our part in the evolution and development of the air cargo
industry very seriously.”
Geoffrey
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