Margaret EvanSon, C.M.

480-440-4572
me111@ymail.com

Aviation Management Professional

Proven leader and management professional experienced in airport operations, aviation security, aviation safety,
compliance, and process management. Skilled in change management, program implementation, customer service,
and creative problem solving. Strategic thinker experienced in mid and long-range planning. Effective verbal,
written, and presentation skills with both executive management and front-line personnel. Ability to train,
motivate, coach, and evaluate staff toward performance goals.

Education, Memberships, and Certifications

 Arizona State University, Organizational Leadership, B.A.S. student (Graduate Spring 2022)
 Rio Salado College, Organizational Management, A.A.S.
Skills and Achievements

 Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365

 Leadership and team management skills.
 Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and training programs.
 Knowledgeable in Federal and local regulations governing Airports and Air Carriers.
 Experienced in Public Administration principles.
 Practiced in presenting to Executives and Governing Boards.
 Experienced and knowledgeable in aviation safety and emergency response.
 Able to evaluate regulations and proposed regulations and apply compliance standards.
Experience
Employer Redacted – available on request 2007- Present
Director - Airport Operations & Maintenance/ Airport Security Coordinator
Manager – Airport Operations & Maintenance
Supervisor - Operational Planning & Control

 Evaluate need and use strategic analysis to develop 8 year capital strategy for Operations and
Maintenance.
 Prepare and present procurement and policy proposals to the Board of Directors.
 Analyze future needs and procurement of $1 million in capital assets annually.
 Manage contracts and agreements for services worth $3 million.
 Plan and manage $18 million operating budget with +/-3% variance, including $2 million in billing and
collections.
 Utilize performance management to oversee productivity of 45 staff members.
 Through direct supervision and delegation, provide oversight of FAA and TSA compliance inspections and
corrective actions.
 Facilitate stakeholder interaction to liaison with local, state, and federal agencies and stakeholders.
 Created parking program producing over $6 million in new revenue collection over 5 years.
Margaret EvanSon, C.M.
480-440-4572
me111@ymail.com

America West Airlines/ US Airways, Tempe, AZ 1997-2007

Senior Manager, Aircraft Appearance 2006-2007
Corporate Manager, Ground Safety 2002-2006
Hub Supervisor- multiple disciplines 1997-2002

 Successfully lead the domestic and international integration of aircraft appearance procedures during the
merger of two major air carriers ensuring compliance and increasing customer satisfaction.
 Plan and manage $20 million in contracts and $8 million in material procurement within +- 3%.
 Present safety data weekly and monthly to Air Carrier CEO, Vice Presidents, and directors.
 Manage the domestic/ international Air Carrier Safety Compliance Program; measure compliance in airline
and regulatory procedures and monitor corrective actions. Participate in Internal Evaluation Program.
 Investigate injuries and incidents system wide, perform root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions,
and monitor results.
 Liaison with FAA, TSA, OSHA, ICAO, CBP, USDA, vendors, contractors and service partners to ensure
compliance and service delivery.
 Lead the ground-based planning and implementation goals of 3 domestic and 2 international station
openings.

Memberships and Certifications

 American Association of Airport Executives, Certified Member

 FEMA Emergency Management, Professional Development Series
 Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Professional Certification -Aviation Safety
 Airport Council International - Public Safety & Security Steering Committee
 US Contract Tower Association - Policy Board Member
 Secret Clearance, CHRC, and TSA security threat assessment clearance