Airport Experience® News - Leadership 2022

Today, we are proud to highlight 15 incredibly talented female leaders at OTG who are paving the way for future female leaders in the airport industry.

THE WOMEN OF OTG At OTG, we believe that empowering women as leaders and decision-makers not only benefits us but allows us to serve an increasingly diverse customer base. Serving as inspiration helps us attract and retain talented women which is especially important as more women join the labor force worldwide. Our female leaders span a variety of industries at OTG including Culinary, Tech, Marketing, HR, Creative, New Business Development, DEI, Markets and more. Investing in talented women with different backgrounds bring in a variety of new ideas and experiences which leads to better problem-solving. At OTG, we find an immense amount of value in diversity. Diverse viewpoints and experiences play a significant role in fostering innovation since varied perspectives lead to better decision-making. Over the last few years, OTG has continuously rolled out programs to give women the opportunity to grow and expand as leaders. Women need role models and our female leaders at OTG understand the importance of inspiring others to achieve through mentorship and prioritizing both personal and professional development. “Female leadership matters and as we continue to rapidly expand our OTG presence, it’s a necessity that we have women in leadership roles across all our divisions. Women see the world through a lens of opportunity. Women are resourceful, action-focused, authentic and engage in strategic thinking. I am proud to work amongst a variety of talented, diverse, dedicated, and collaborative female leaders here at OTG,” says Rick Blatstein, CEO, OTG.

“I feel prouder than ever to be a woman at an organization that not only fosters our growth but encourages diversity and provides an endless number of opportunities for female leaders.”

Nabeela Aysen | VP of Public Relations, Communications, & Marketing

“As a leader, especially a woman in leadership, there’s a major responsibility on your shoulders to practice the behavior you want others to believe in and follow.”

Kyla Collins | Airport Director

“Showing up is essential. Showing up consistently is powerful.” Carolyn Fenley | Executive Assistant

“Early on in my career, I was advised that passion and emotion were a detriment to good leadership. But later on, I learned that my passion for important causes, my empathy for my coworkers and team and my drive to always try do what’s right are part of who I am and have helped to mold me into the kind of leader I am today.”

Amy Gladstone | VP of Employee & Labor Relations

“As a woman in the culinary industry, I had to work that much harder as a chef to get noticed and while times have changed, it’s so inspiring to see many women chefs and leaders at OTG making a difference every day.” Marie Grimm | SVP of Culinary

“I am honored to be working with a brand that focuses on diversity and equality, using everyone’s unique talents to serve our guests in their communities.”

Michelle Hagan | Director of Marketing & Creative Branding

“The best leaders are not those who have the most followers, but those who create the most leaders - my team’s success speaks volumes of their characters and growth mindsets. OTG Strong!”

Alana Herndon | Senior Director of Systems & Projects

“I’m honored to be part of a truly diverse workforce, thankful to have had such wonderful mentors who helped shape who I am today and constantly in awe by the perseverance, talent and overall strength of those I’m fortunate enough to work with daily and call my teammates.”

“Leadership is not about position or title. It’s about integrity, collaboration, authentic communication, respect, constant learning and being willing to admit when you are wrong.”

Natalie Mazza | Chief Product Officer

Yasmin Sheriff | EVP of Global Business Development

“I’m thrilled to work at OTG as there is a real effort not just in business diversity, but throughout the organization to ensure that we work with diverse companies and in communities not because we have to, but because it’s the right thing to do.”

“There’s been an evolution of women in leadership over the years who I get to work alongside and be inspired by everyday - I’m lucky to collaborate with such talented and strong women paving the way toward a more equitable future.” Alison Singer | VP of Supply Chain “Leadership and empowerment go hand in hand – I am incredibly fortunate to be part of a company that fosters an inclusive and supportive culture, one in which I am surrounded by strong mentors who instinctively nurture our talent, leadership, and passion.”

Jill Myers | VP of Business Diversity & Community Engagement

“I’m beyond proud to be a part of an organization that gives women across the board the opportunity to shine by providing us with a space that ignites our passion and allows for creative freedom.” “As a leader at OTG I enjoy working with diverse teams serving as a motivating, compassionate and approachable leader.” Tamara Reidel | Airport Director

Elizabeth Tang | Senior Director of AR & FP&A

“I hope for a future that my daughter and my granddaughters won’t have to work twice as much as their male counterpart for them to be seen and noticed.”

Airomo Russel | Senior Director of Quality Assurance

Arah Tan | SVP of Supply Chain & Logistics

51

A X N E W S L E A D E R S H I P I S S U E 2 0 2 2