The Board of Directors of Aimia Inc. announced that it has been advised by Group Chief Executive Rupert Duchesne that treatment for a medical condition on his physician's advice will require him to take a four-month leave of absence. Robert E. Brown has been appointed Executive Chairman by the Board of Directors. Concurrently, the Board of Directors has appointed David Johnston to serve as Interim Group Chief Executive and lead the executive team.

David's seven-year tenure with the company, most recently as Group Chief Operating Officer and previously as EMEA President and CEO, will ensure strong continuity of leadership.