ADK Consulting & Executive Search

About Us

Founded in 2003, ADK is a retained boutique executive search firm specializing in C-Suite and senior leadership placements. While rooted in the airport and aviation industry, our reputation for results has fueled growth across broader transportation sectors. With a 27-member team deeply embedded in the field, ADK is the largest executive recruitment firm in the U.S. for airport leadership, based on the number of C-1 and C-Suite placements.

Our proven process blends research, marketing, outreach, and rigorous screening—led by an experienced team that partners with clients from start to finish. Over 83% of our business comes from repeat clients and referrals, including both placed and finalist candidates who appreciate our transparency and professionalism.

Beyond executive search, ADK offers organizational assessments, helping clients strengthen leadership strategies and workforce planning. Our placements have shaped organizations, enhanced communities, and in some cases, influenced national policy.

ADK is proud to be recognized in Hunt Scanlon’s 2025 Select Guide to America’s Top 250 Executive Search Firms. Today, we remain a trusted advisor to airports, municipalities, authorities, private companies, special districts, associations, and educational institutions across the country.

Achievements

Recent Placements

ADK Consulting & Executive Search

Solutions And Expertise

Our Initial Focus in Aviation / Aerospace – ADK has become the largest executive recruitment firm in the Unites States for the airport industry, filling more CEO and C-Suite positions than any other recruitment firm with well over 600 CEO and C-Suite airport recruitments, as well as organizational development and airport compensation studies.

Our Expansion into Other Industries – ADK has expanded to fill senior leadership positions in multiple industries for both Private and Public Sectors ranging from small private companies to Fortune 100 companies in the U.S., Canada, Turks & Caicos and large international companies with presence in the United States.

Solutions
  • Consulting Services
  • Executive Search
  • Interim
  • Succession Planning
Industries
  • Aircraft MRO
  • Aviation/Aerospace
  • Colleges/Universities
  • Government
  • Legal
  • Parking & Mobility
  • Ports
  • Real Estate
  • Technology
  • Trade Associations
  • Transportation Related Industries
Functions
  • All Senior Level Functions
  • Aviation Fleet Management
  • Business Development
  • CEO/President
  • CFO
  • Communications/PR
  • COO
  • Finance
  • General Management
  • Government
  • Human Resources
  • Information/Digital
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Management/Staff
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Operations

ADK Consulting & Executive Search

News Briefings

ADK Consulting & Executive Search Seeking New CEO for the Spokane International Airport

ADK Consulting & Executive Search was recently retained by the Spokane International Airport to lead in its search for a new CEO. Linda Frankl, director, senior practice leader, is leading the assignment. The Spokane Airport Board seeks an innovative, forward-thinking CEO who will be a champion for growth and development of the region, Spokane International, Felts

ADK Consulting & Executive Search Recruits CFO for the City of North Miami Beach

ADK Consulting & Executive Search has placed Tarik Rahmani as chief financial officer for the City of North Miami Beach. The search was led by senior consultant Barry Bratton and senior project manager Kenneth Gwyn. With a career spanning over two decades in local government, Mr. Rahmani has become a key figure in municipal management and

ADK Consulting & Executive Search Recruits New Leader for the Connecticut Airport Authority

ADK Consulting & Executive Search has assisted in the recruitment of Michael Shea as the new executive director of the Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA). The assignment was led by Theresia Schatz and Gale LaRoche. “The CAA board made an excellent choice in naming Mike Shea as its new executive director,” said Governor Ned Lamont. “Mike is

ADK Consulting & Executive Search

Press Releases

ADK Completes Chief Strategy Officer Search for The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority

ADK Consulting & Executive Search, a retained recruitment firm known for its expertise in senior executive searches in the airport/aviation industry, announced it has completed its Chief Strategy Officer search for The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. As SVP and Chief Strategy Officer, Yovannie Rodriguez, A.A.E., will be instrumental in shaping and driving the long-term strategy of

ADK Completes Senior Manager of Airside Operations Search for The Norfolk Airport Authority

NORFOLK, VA – Jacksonville, Florida-based ADK Consulting and Executive Search announced the successful placement of Joseph Guarino as Senior Manager of Airside Operations for Norfolk International Airport. In this role, he will be responsible for airport safety, operational efficiency, compliance with State, Federal and Local regulations, and supervision of the Operations and Field Maintenance Departments.

ADK Completes Search for The Norfolk Airport Authority for Senior Manager of Facilities

NORFOLK, VA – ADK Consulting and Executive Search announced the successful placement of Gene Bonney as Senior Manager of Facilities for Norfolk International Airport. In this role, he will be responsible for the airport’s Building Maintenance and Janitorial departments and oversight of the Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) program. Mr. Bonney began his new

ADK Completes Executive Director Search for The Houma Terrebonne Airport Commission

HOUMA, LA – Jacksonville, Florida-based ADK Consulting and Executive Search announced the successful placement of Ed Jarvis as Executive Director for the Houma-Terrebonne Airport (HUM). In this role, he will lead the airport’s operations and drive its economic development. Mr. Jarvis began his new role on January 6, 2025. Mr. Jarvis has extensive experience leading

ADK Consulting & Executive Search

Multimedia