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LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS (LAWA)is seeking a strategic, results-oriented, and people-focused Deputy Executive Director (DED) of Commercial Development to lead the advancement of innovative commercial initiatives across one of the world’s most prominent airport systems. Reporting to the Chief Airport Administrative Officer, the DED will oversee a comprehensive portfolio encompassing real estate assets, concessions programs, commercial partnerships, and strategic revenue generation activities at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Van Nuys Airport (VNY), and Palmdale Landholdings (PMD). Leading six divisions and managing an approximate FY 2025 operational budget of $38.6 million, the DED serves as a key member of LAWA’s executive leadership team, driving transformative public-private partnerships, enhancing guest experiences, and optimizing commercial operations with visionary leadership and operational excellence. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an innovative and entrepreneurial leader to shape the future of Southern California’s aviation and economic landscape through strategic commercial development. Apply today!

UPCOMING PROJECTS & OPPORTUNITIES:

• TERMINAL CONCESSIONS REDEVELOPMENT–Lead refresh of concessions at Terminals 4 and 5 to improve guest experience and boost non-aeronautical revenue.
• CARGO FACILITIES MODERNIZATION–Advance cargo infrastructure through public-private partnerships for efficiency and revenue growth.
• VAN NUYS AIRPORT LAND USE OPTIMIZATION–Guide strategic land use and lease efforts to enhance community value and revenue.
• IMPLEMENTATION OF MODERN ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS–Serve as executive sponsor of the transformative initiative to implement a modern Propertyand Revenue Management System, enhancing lease oversight, tenant performancetracking, and data-driven decision-making across LAX’s expansive real estate portfolio.

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS (LAWA)is a financially self-sustaining department of the City of Los Angeles that owns and operates Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Van Nuys Airport (VNY), and Palmdale Land Holdings (PMD).LAX is the eleventh busiest airport in the world, serving approximately 76.6 million passengers in 2024. These facilities are vital to Southern California’s growing needs for passenger travel, cargo transport, and general aviation.