AAR names Sharon Purnell Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

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AAR Corp (NYSE: AIR) has appointed Sharon Purnell as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Purnell, who brings over 20 years of HR experience, will lead the company's global Human Resources department, overseeing recruitment, talent management, and engagement initiatives.

Prior to joining AAR, Purnell served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Stepan Company, where she led development, retention, and cost-saving efforts. Her previous experience includes serving as CHRO at Streamland Media, where she managed multiple company integrations and optimized employee benefits. She has also held HR leadership positions at Riddell Sports, Underwriters Laboratories, Honeywell Aerospace, and General Electric Company.

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• Appointment of experienced CHRO with proven track record in company integrations and cost savings
• Strategic hire aligned with company's focus on talent retention and integration objectives

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WOOD DALE, Ill., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, announced that Sharon Purnell has joined the Company as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. In this role, Purnell will oversee the Company's global Human Resources department, including its recruitment, talent management, and engagement initiatives.

Purnell brings more than two decades of experience achieving positive human resources results through coaching and strategic leadership. She joins AAR from Stepan Company, where she served as the Chief Human Resources Officer and led development, retention, and cost saving efforts. Prior to Stepan Company, Purnell served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Streamland Media, overseeing the integration of multiple companies and optimizing employee benefit programs. She also held Human Resources leadership positions at Riddell Sports, Underwriters Laboratories, Honeywell Aerospace, and General Electric Company.

"We are pleased to welcome Sharon to our award-winning Company culture and the Best Team in Aviation," said Holmes.

"We are pleased to welcome Sharon to our award-winning Company culture and the Best Team in Aviation," said John M. Holmes, AAR's Chairman, President and CEO. "Sharon's company integration experience and focus on talent retention are well matched to AAR's strategic objectives."

"I am honored to join AAR's highly engaged team," said Purnell. "I am ready to roll up my sleeves and build trust at all levels of the Company."

For more information on AAR, visit aarcorp.com.

About AAR
AAR is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago area, AAR supports commercial and government customers through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services. Additional information can be found at aarcorp.com.

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FAQ

What role has Sharon Purnell been appointed to at AAR Corp (AIR)?

Sharon Purnell has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at AAR Corp.

What will be Sharon Purnell's main responsibilities at AAR (AIR)?

She will oversee AAR's global Human Resources department, including recruitment, talent management, and engagement initiatives.

What was Sharon Purnell's previous position before joining AAR (AIR)?

She served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Stepan Company, leading development, retention, and cost-saving efforts.

What relevant experience does Sharon Purnell bring to AAR (AIR)?

Purnell brings over 20 years of HR experience, including roles at Stepan Company, Streamland Media, Riddell Sports, Underwriters Laboratories, Honeywell Aerospace, and GE.