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 Chief Financial Officer 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 Tarik Rahmani as Chief Financial Officer for The City of North Miami Beach. In this position, he will play a crucial role in managing the City’s financial operations, including

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority Works With ADK to Find Next Chief of Police

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) retained ADK Consulting and Executive Search to recruit their new Chief of Police. After a nationwide search, Wes Blair has been named Chief of Police to lead the Memphis International Airport Police Department’s law enforcement and crime prevention activities. In this role, he will collaborate closely with all MSCAA

ADK Completes Search for The North County Transit District

ADK Consulting and Executive Search, a retained consulting and search firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, assisted in the successful placement of Alex Denis, CPPO, as Chief Procurement Officer for The North County Transit District. In this position, Mr. Denis will provide leadership and oversight for the District’s procurement and contract administration functions. Mr. Denis has

VSE Aviation Partners with ADK to Recruit Vice President MRO

ADK Consulting and Executive Search, a prominent boutique executive search firm, partnered with VSE Aviation to recruit Mike Rezman as Vice President MRO. As a senior member of the leadership team, Mr. Rezman will be responsible for shaping strategies that drive market share and enhance customer engagement. Headquartered in South Florida, VSE Aviation provides services

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