Birmingham Airport Authority
Marcelo Lima, A.A.E. has a diverse work experience in the aviation industry. Marcelo started their career at Charlotte Douglas International Airport as an Airport Operations Officer and later became an Associate Airport Planner. Marcelo then moved to Birmingham Airport Authority, where they worked as an Airport Planner and later as a Financial Project Manager. Marcelo then joined Lynchburg Regional Airport as a Deputy Airport Director before returning to Birmingham Airport Authority as a Senior Airport Planner and eventually becoming the Vice President of Planning and Development.
Marcelo Lima, A.A.E. earned their Bachelor's degree in Aviation/Airway Management and Operations from Ohio University from 2002 to 2004. Marcelo then went on to pursue a Master's degree in the same field at the University of North Dakota from 2005 to 2008. In addition to their academic achievements, Marcelo obtained a Private Pilot Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 2000. Later, in 2014, they received the Accredited Airport Executive certification from the AAAE institution.
Birmingham Airport Authority
The Birmingham Airport Authority was established in 1986 by the Birmingham City Council to manage the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and continue its growth. The Birmingham Airport Authority is governed by a seven member Board of Directors, appointed by the Mayor of City of Birmingham and confirmed by the Birmingham City Council. The day to day operation is managed by the President and CEO and The Birmingham Airport Authority staff of over 100 employees within five departments. The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) home to four major airlines with over 100 daily flights to 15 cities for more than 2.6 million passengers in 2016. BHM offers a great variety of food and retail options for passengers along with amenities for all passengers alike.