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

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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

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Press Releases

ADK Completes Search for Assistant Director of Airports for The County of Sacramento, Department of Aviation

SACRAMENTO, CA – ADK Consulting and Executive Search, a retained consulting and search firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, assisted in the successful placement of Christopher Wimsatt as Assistant Director of Airports for The County of Sacramento, Department of Aviation (SCDA). In this position, he will have broad authority over major airport functions and directly manage

ADK Completes Search for Assistant Director of Community Development for The City of North Miami Beach

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL – ADK Consulting and Executive Search, a retained consulting and search firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, assisted in the successful placement of Mitchell Austin, AICP, CNU-A as Assistant Director of Community Development for The City of North Miami Beach. In this position, he will be responsible for assisting Director Zafar Ahmed

Jon Jager Named Air Service Development Manager by Colorado Springs Airport

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Colorado Springs Airport (COS) has named Jon Jager as Air Service Development Manager. In his new role, Mr. Jager will lead strategic initiatives that will expand the airport’s air service offerings, drive airport usage, and contribute significantly to the economic growth of Colorado Springs. He began his new role on December

The Ontario International Airport Authority Names Adrianna Ortiz Director of Planning

ONTARIO, CA – The Ontario International Airport Authority has named Adrianna Ortiz as Director of Planning. In her new role, Ms. Ortiz will oversee airport planning and environmental planning, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and the successful execution of the capital improvement program at Ontario International Airport (ONT). She began her new role on December 2, 2024.

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