Long Beach City Manager Pat West has named Bryant Francis, an 18-year industry veteran who most recently worked as director of airports for the Shreveport Airport Authority in Louisiana, as the new director at Long Beach (LGB).
Prior to taking on the role in Shreveport, Francis worked as the deputy director of properties and business development at Boise (BOI); director of aviation real estate for the Wayne County Airport Authority; deputy director of aviation for marketing, communications and air service development for Palm Springs International (PSP); and as airport operations representative for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL).
“I am passionate about aviation, am committed to fostering positive relationships and will ensure that Long Beach Airport provides the absolute best service possible to its travelers and to all our business and community partners,” Francis says.
He will oversee all airport operations, finances, leases, noise ordinances, community outreach, environmental matters and capital improvements.
“Mr. Francis is a dedicated, accomplished professional who will provide strong leadership and strategic planning for Long Beach Airport,” West says. “He will reach out and work collaboratively with all stakeholders, including the community, tenants, and our commercial and general aviation partners.”
