Delta Air Lines names John Caldwell Seattle vice president as Mike Medeiros transitions to his new role as chief operating officer at Aeromexico.

Caldwell will continue the airline’s momentum and develop Delta’s strategic objectives for Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, continuing on its fifth consecutive year of growth. His responsibilities will include oversight of financial performance, marketing, commercial sales, sponsorships, community relations and the customer experience at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. He will be involved in the carrier’s state and local government affairs within the region, including working with the Port of Seattle to begin construction on a world-class international arrivals facility at the airport this spring. Caldwell will report to Delta’s senior vice president of global sales Bob Somers.

“Seattle is among the most important markets in the country, and I’m energized and eager to return after 20 years to continue the momentum Delta has established in the region,” said Caldwell. “Our Seattle team and local partners are the best of the best. Together, we will continue to focus on demonstrating the value of partnering with Delta and earning the long-term trust of Pacific Northwest customers.”

Caldwell previously held the title of president, Delta Vacations, a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Under his leadership Delta Vacations generated record revenues, profits and margins and is considered one of the best tour operators in the business.

Delta will celebrate several Seattle milestones this year, including the addition of flights to seven new destinations. Last month, Delta joint venture partner Virgin Atlantic Airways began Boeing 787 service from Seattle to London Heathrow (LHR), replacing the flight currently operated by Delta. The flight added 50 seats as well as premium-economy service. Additionally, the Port of Seattle is expected to begin construction on the IAF this spring.

Delta is the largest global carrier at Sea-Tac and has more than tripled flights and destinations at its hub since 2012.