Senegal

Youssou Diop
Managing Director Central & West Africa
YDiop@airlinepros.net

Youssou Diop is a seasoned aviation professional with 25 years of experience, blending operational management, strategic thinking, and sales leadership to drive growth for clients. He has built and led high-performing sales teams, fostering strong relationships with key clients, travel agencies, and corporate partners while consistently delivering revenue and market share growth.

He began his career as an Airport Officer with South African Airways, where he gained a strong foundation in airline operations. His dedication and expertise led him to Emirates as an Operations Manager, before moving into senior management roles with other international airlines. Highly skilled in resource management, Youssou has helped clients reduce operating costs, improve performance, and enhance customer satisfaction, strengthening their competitive edge in demanding markets.

With a sharp understanding of market dynamics and customer needs, Youssou develops targeted sales strategies that address diverse customer segments. Today, he leads a team dedicated to expanding client presence across Central and West Africa, driving commercial success, and nurturing customer loyalty. Under his leadership, clients have achieved remarkable gains in passenger numbers, revenue, and brand positioning, solidifying their role as key players in the aviation sector.

Youssou Diop
Managing Director Central & West Africa
YDiop@airlinepros.net

Youssou Diop is a seasoned aviation professional with 25 years of experience, blending operational management, strategic thinking, and sales leadership to drive growth for clients. He has built and led high-performing sales teams, fostering strong relationships with key clients, travel agencies, and corporate partners while consistently delivering revenue and market share growth.

He began his career as an Airport Officer with South African Airways, where he gained a strong foundation in airline operations. His dedication and expertise led him to Emirates as an Operations Manager, before moving into senior management roles with other international airlines. Highly skilled in resource management, Youssou has helped clients reduce operating costs, improve performance, and enhance customer satisfaction, strengthening their competitive edge in demanding markets.

With a sharp understanding of market dynamics and customer needs, Youssou develops targeted sales strategies that address diverse customer segments. Today, he leads a team dedicated to expanding client presence across Central and West Africa, driving commercial success, and nurturing customer loyalty. Under his leadership, clients have achieved remarkable gains in passenger numbers, revenue, and brand positioning, solidifying their role as key players in the aviation sector.

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