Chapman Freeborn, a global leader in aviation charter solutions and a member of the Avia Solutions Group, has announced the appointment of Vilma Vaitiekunaite as Vice President, Passenger – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The strategic hire marks a key milestone in the company’s ongoing expansion across the Middle East and reflects its commitment to strengthening leadership in high-growth markets.
Vaitiekunaite brings over two decades of experience in commercial aviation, sales, marketing, and corporate communications. She most recently served as CEO of Skyllence, a boutique air charter brokerage under the Avia Solutions Group umbrella, where she earned a reputation for operational excellence and customer-first service. Prior to that, she held the position of Chief Communications Officer at Avia Solutions Group, working directly with the company’s founder and chairman, Gediminas Ziemelis, to steer the Group’s global communications strategy during a period of rapid international growth.
“As we expand our footprint in key international markets, strong leadership is critical to our continued success,” said Linas Dovydenas, President – IMEA at Chapman Freeborn. “Vilma brings not only deep industry knowledge, but also an intimate and comprehensive understanding of the Avia Solutions Group ecosystem. This, combined with her expertise in passenger aviation and her relentless dedication to client service, makes her an ideal addition to our team in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
Well-respected in the aviation sector for her strategic vision and people-driven approach, Vaitiekunaite is known for her ability to manage complex client needs, including VIP charters for corporate leaders and heads of state. At Skyllence, she cultivated a culture centered on accountability, empathy, and precision—values that align closely with Chapman Freeborn’s service ethos.
Commenting on her new role, Vaitiekunaite said:
“I’m incredibly honoured to join Chapman Freeborn and take on this new challenge in one of the most dynamic aviation markets in the world. Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of transformation, and I look forward to contributing to that momentum by continuing to deliver tailored, client-centric air charter solutions with the excellence our customers expect.”
Her appointment underscores Chapman Freeborn’s commitment to deepening its presence in the Middle East through experienced leadership and a service-driven, customer-first philosophy. As Saudi Arabia accelerates its aviation and tourism ambitions under Vision 2030, Vaitiekunaite’s leadership is expected to play a key role in advancing Chapman Freeborn’s regional strategy and client engagement.
