CIBT appoints John O’Connell as Chief Operating Officer.
Sep 25, 2025
CIBT is pleased to announce the appointment of John O’Connell as Chief Operating Officer. John brings more than 25 years of executive experience in the global relocation and mobility sector. He joins CIBT from Sirva Worldwide, where he most recently served as Executive Vice President, Global Account Management and Supply Chain.
During his tenure at Sirva, John led global teams across operations, supply chain, and client services—consistently delivering performance improvements and operational innovation. At CIBT, he will oversee service delivery across the company’s visa, immigration, and document services business lines.
John holds a B.A. in Spanish from DePauw University and an M.B.A. in International Management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. His professional background is complemented by international assignments in France and the United Kingdom, as well as time spent studying in Spain, reflecting a global perspective that aligns closely with CIBT’s international client base.
“John’s deep industry knowledge and operational leadership will help us continue delivering a high standard of service while scaling our capabilities globally,” said Steve Diehl, CEO of CIBT. “His appointment underscores our commitment to excellence and reinforces our position as the trusted partner for cross-border mobility solutions.”
Commenting on his new role, John O’Connell said, “I’m excited to join a great team focused on delivering critical services to clients. I’m impressed by CIBT’s global footprint and the company’s commitment to excellence. I look forward to finding ways to drive positive change internally while ensuring that we remain well positioned to retain clients and grow the business.”
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