The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District Partners with ADK to Recruit Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
October 1, 2025
ADK Consulting & Executive Search, a retained recruitment firm known for its expertise in senior executive searches in the aviation industry, announced it has completed its Vice President & Chief Operating Officer search for The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District. Cody Bauman, A.A.E., will lead the District’s Operations, Facilities and Asset Management, and Public Safety functions, including Police and Fire. This position will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant day-to-day operations while advancing the District’s long-term strategic priorities.
As a part of GSP’s executive leadership team, Mr. Bauman will ensure regulatory compliance and safe daily operations, develop and administer the airport’s Rules, Regulations, and Minimum Standards, and guide staff development and performance benchmarking.
“It’s a true privilege to step into the role of VP/Chief Operating Officer at GSP—a place I’ve been proud to serve, grow, and contribute to over the years,” said Mr. Bauman. “I’m genuinely excited to collaborate with a team whose talent, dedication, and institutional knowledge not only inspire me, but continually challenge me to grow as a leader. This opportunity reinforces my unwavering commitment to operational excellence, strategic advancement, and a culture of continuous improvement.”
Mr. Bauman has 16 years of experience in aviation and previously served the District as the Director of Properties and the Director of Operations. He has also served as the Director of Flights for the Ohio Air National Guard and as an Operations Supervisor at Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, KY.
“Cody brings a wealth of institutional knowledge to his new position at GSP. He has been an impressive leader in his previous Operations and Commercial Business roles, and we are excited to add his talents to the Executive Leadership Team,” said Dave Edwards, President & CEO of Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District. “His passion for GSP, our teams, and the industry is evident, and it will continue to serve him well as the airport embarks upon a bright future of growth and innovation.”
Mr. Bauman received a bachelor’s degree in aviation management and operations from Bowling Green State University. He is an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) with the American Association of Airport Executives.