Head of American Express died on the board of corporate aircraft – RBC

The head of American Express Ed Gilligan died aboard a corporate aircraft, returning to New York from a business trip, writes The Guardian.

As the representative of the publishing company, Gillian suddenly felt ill, the aircraft made emergency landing. Gillianu was 55 years, American Express, he worked for 35 years. Gillian became president in 2013.

«For everyone who had the good fortune to work with Ed, it’s unimaginable loss and deep pain”, – said director Ken Chenault ispolitelny in a letter to employees of the company.

At Gillian left a wife and four children.

American Express (USA) – the finance company known products which are credit cards, account cards and travelers checks. Headquartered in New York City.