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Joanna Suijkerbuijk
VP Contracts at SGI Aviation
Joanna Niewiadomska-Suijkerbuijk is an accomplished professional with a robust background in the aviation industry, bringing over 13 years of indispensable experience to her role as Vice President of Contracts at SGI Aviation. Her extensive knowledge and skills in Contract Management, Aircraft Leasing & Finance, as well as Commercial & Corporate Legal Matters, have made her a pivotal figure in executing complex legal and business transactions. Joanna’s career has been characterized by her involvement in significant transactions including aircraft sales and purchases (S&Ps), sale and leasebacks (SLBs), and aircraft deliveries and redeliveries. Her dedication to fostering successful cross-border deals has been a key driver of her professional trajectory.
Joanna holds a wealth of academic qualifications that underpin her expertise in the field. She has a Graduate Diploma in Law from BPP Law School, London, where she focused on a comprehensive range of legal subjects such as Contract Law, Equity & Trust, and EU Law. As a passionate lifelong learner, she is currently a candidate for her LLM in European Private Law at the University of Amsterdam. Additionally, Joanna has earned a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from the University of Wroclaw, completing her studies with an Erasmus/Socrates exchange at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. Her foundation in International Relations began with a Bachelor's degree focused on Regional Cooperation at the Lodz Academy of International Studies, providing her with a holistic understanding of international legal frameworks and diplomacy.
In her role as VP of Contracts at SGI Aviation, Joanna not only oversees contract management but also provides corporate legal support that is critical to the company's success. Previously, she served as Contracts Manager at the same company, where she honed her leadership skills and deepened her understanding of asset and lease management. Prior to joining SGI Aviation, Joanna had an enriching tenure at AerCap, where she held multiple managerial positions. Her roles included Senior Manager in Portfolio Management & Trading, and Contracts Manager for EMEA & APAC regions, culminating in the managerial role of Corporate Legal Services. This trajectory provided her with a broad perspective on operational management across various geographic markets.
Beyond her professional achievements, Joanna is a passionate believer in continuous development and is always eager to embrace new challenges. Her commitment to personal and professional excellence is reflected in her mantra of 'Dare to dream' and 'Fly high', inspiring not just herself but those around her. A strong team player, Joanna is adept at fostering collaborative working environments that enhance productivity and innovation.