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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News Briefings

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Press Releases

ADK Completes Chief Operating Officer Search for The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority

ADK, the largest executive recruitment firm in the Unites States for the airport industry, announced it has completed its Chief Operating Officer search for The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. Jeffrey Perry, C.M., will lead a team of operations, maintenance, and safety professionals at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Downtown Island Airport (DKX). As Chief Operating

Florida Airports Council Partners with ADK to Recruit Executive Director

ADK Consulting and Executive Search, a prominent boutique executive search firm, partnered with The Florida Airports Council (FAC) to recruit its new Executive Director, Tiffany Wilson Garling. Ms. Garling brings a wealth of experience in economic development, government affairs, and the aviation industry to her new role. She currently serves as the Lead Lobbyist for

The Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission Works With ADK to Find Next Executive Director

The Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission retained ADK Consulting and Executive Search to recruit their new Executive Director. After a nationwide search, Stephen Baker was named as Executive Director and will provide leadership, supervision, coordination, and direction of all activities and staff at the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT). On June 20, the

The City of San José Names New Director of Aviation

Jacksonville, Florida-based ADK Consulting and Executive Search announced the successful placement of Mukesh (Mookie) Patel as the City of San José’s new Director of Aviation at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC). ADK conducted a nationwide recruitment, working with San José City Manager Jennifer Maguire. “Mookie has an extensive executive background with three decades of

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