Albany County Airport Authority names new CEO

The Albany County Airport Authority on Monday named Stephen Clark, an airport government in California who labored his means from a baggage handler and ramp agent, as its subsequent chief government officer.

Clark, who’s now deputy director of economic growth for the Sacramento County Department of Airports, will exchange Peter Stuto, when he begins within the place, possible earlier than the top of the summer season, the Albany International Airport’s director of communication mentioned in an announcement.

The announcement follows a nationwide search spearheaded by DSG Global that began final fall. Clark has labored almost 20 years in aviation trade, and presently helps pilot enterprise and development for a four-airport system. He has helped land greater than two dozen new airline routes, the airport spokesperson mentioned.

“Stephen brings an outstanding combination of aviation experience, strategic vision and proven leadership,” mentioned Sam Fresina, chair of the Albany County Airport Authority Board of Directors. “Throughout the search process, it became clear that he understands the evolving role airports play in driving economic growth, enhancing the passenger experience and serving their communities. We are confident he is the right leader to build on the tremendous momentum at Albany International Airport and guide the organization into its next chapter.”

Clark graduated with a level in aviation science from Utah Valley University. He beforehand held a number of management positions at Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

“Albany International Airport is one of the Capital Region’s most important public assets, and I am deeply honored to lead it at this pivotal moment,” Clark mentioned within the assertion. “My dedication is to construct on its legacy with ambition, self-discipline and a transparent imaginative and prescient for an airport that displays the power and potential of the area it serves.”