Steven Smith's Linkedin Analytics

VALUE PROPOSITION ► I am highly effective in aviation operations and strategic planning, with experience directing multiple facets of airport operations, delivering results in Airport Affairs, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Analytics, Aviation Safety, and Quality Assurance. ► My success is driven by my ability to lead initiatives that improve productivity while meeting operating and fiscal targets. SUMMARY ► Engaging airline operations executive possessing a winning blend of business expertise, skill in operations management, and practical experience leading large-scale strategic planning in domestic and international environments. ► Leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning talents and effort with organizational objectives. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS ★ Offers a history of delivering results with America West Airlines, Mesa Air Group, Northwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Amazon Air. ★ Currently on a six-month assignment in Luxembourg, directing all facets of Airport Affairs and ensuring the successful expansion of Amazon Air in Europe. ★ Successfully expanded the Amazon Air network from nine to 24 stations over three years, with on-airport real estate expanding from 270K square feet to 2 million square feet. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ Specialties: Operations Management, Strategic Leadership, Process Improvement, Airport Real Estate Transactions, Performance Analytics, Quality Assurance, Commercial Airline Experience, International Experience, Team Leadership