ADK Consulting & Executive Search

About Us

ADK is an industry leader in executive recruiting with roots that date back to our 2003 incorporation in Jacksonville, Florida. Our early success in identifying and providing outstanding leaders has not only enhanced our clients’ organizations but provided a positive impact on their communities and regions. Many of these executive placements have affected legislation on the national level and are recognized as top industry leaders.

We partner with our clients at the onset of every project and throughout the entire process. Our talented team of 25 professionals understands current and impending senior management and leadership issues. The methodology we employ includes thorough recruitment techniques. Each project is led by a seasoned team to conduct research, marketing, sourcing, personal outreach, extensive screening processes and outstanding communication with clients and candidates. Over 83% of our business comes from repeat clients. Often new business comes from referrals, not only from clients, but often from both successful and unsuccessful candidates who were impressed with our process and communication.

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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

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

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Press Releases

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.

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

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