Bill Sandifer is the Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer. He oversees all aspects of the implementation of Vision 2040 including facility planning and design, program management, construction as well as all environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives of the Authority. He brings over 36 years of comprehensive airport management and consulting experience to the Airport Authority. Prior to assuming the role as Chief Development Officer he served as the Authority’s first Chief Operating Officer since 2014. Prior to joining the Authority he was the Senior Vice President and National Aviation Director at Reynolds, Smith and Hills. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aviation Management from Eastern Michigan University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University. He is a licensed attorney in the State of Florida, an Accredited Airport Executive, and holds a commercial pilot license with instrument and flight instructor ratings.