
Janis Balkens
Regional CEO, Airport Operations –
New & Emerging Markets
Dnata
Janis Balkens
Janis’ portfolio includes dnata's operations in Brazil, Canada, Iraq and Pakistan as well as growth opportunities in related markets. Janis previously held the position of VP Commercial, having joined the company early in 2014 as Head of Ground Handling Services for International Operations. His earlier positions have included those of CEO of HAVAS Europe in Latvia, Finland, Germany and Sweden; VP and Member of the Board at Riga International airport; and Business Development Manager at SAS Ground Services, UK. Prior to that Janis was VP Ground Operations in the airBaltic Corporation. Janis hold an MBA in Aviation from Donau-Universität Krems, Austria.