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 Economic Development, Innovation, and Infrastructure Policy at the Florida Chamber, which includes Aviation and Aerospace as well as the emerging Advanced Air Mobility industry.
Prior to her time at the Florida Chamber, Ms. Garling led the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce & Jackson County Economic Development Committee, where she was instrumental in regional economic development and served on the executive board for Florida’s Great Northwest. During her tenure, she collaborated with Florida’s Great Northwest to recruit aviation companies to Northwest Florida.
Ms. Garling’s passion for the aviation industry is long-standing. She has worked in Military Aviation as a contractor in the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office, served on the Tri County Airport Authority Board, and collaborated with the Marianna Municipal Airport Board on Project Take Flight. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management from Northwest Florida State College and is a Certified Chamber Executive and Institute for Organization Management graduate.
Karen Feaster, FAC Board Chair and Daytona Beach International Airport Director, stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Tiffany Wilson Garling as the Executive Director of the Florida Airports Council. Her extensive background in aviation, economic development, and government affairs, coupled with her passion for the industry, make her an ideal leader to guide our organization into the future.”
Ms. Garling expressed her enthusiasm for her new role, saying, “I am honored to join the Florida Airports Council and to continue my lifelong passion for aviation. I look forward to leveraging my experience to help grow the Council to support and enhance Florida’s airports, ensuring they continue to meet the needs of tomorrow’s business environment and strengthen our state’s thriving economy.”
###
Source: Florida Airports Council
About ADK Consulting & Executive Search
ADK Consulting & Executive Search is a retained consulting and search firm based in Jacksonville, Florida. Founded in 2003, the company performs Executive Searches, Management Consulting, and Organizational Development. ADK specializes in C-Suite and mid-level management positions for both private and public sector, primarily in the Transportation Industry. ADK’s team focuses on connecting great leaders to opportunities.