David E. Ruppel, C.M.

David is a senior level executive with over 15 years of experience in airport management. He has served as an airport director, airport manager, and has developed expertise in facilities management, safety management systems, operations risk management, project management and implementation, compliance, international development, strategic planning and alliances, budget development and cost analysis, communication of vision, mission, and focus, and operational efficiencies.

David’s diverse background in operational leadership, business development, airport management, financial management, spaceport development, team building, troubleshooting, and community relations makes him a dynamic leader. He helps transform underperforming individuals and groups into dedicated teams motivated to achieve aggressive goals and objectives.