Atif Elkadi has been named deputy executive director of Ontario International Airport (ONT), a newly created position, the Ontario International Airport Authority said. Elkadi, previously chief commercial officer for Ontario International Airport (ONT), will take an expanded role in the operation and administration of the airport.
Elkadi joined ONT in November 2017. As chief commercial officer, he was responsible for a broad portfolio of communication activities including community engagement, social media, marketing, advertising and public relations. He will retain his current responsibilities for marketing, communications and external affairs.
“Atif envisioned and implemented an effective strategic communications program which established a clear voice and strong brand identity for Ontario,” says Mark Thorpe, OIAA’s chief executive officer. “From the moment he started at ONT it was clear that his airport experience stretched beyond communications with his intricate understanding of building a culture, stakeholder management and understanding what is needed to build a world class gateway airport.”
Elkadi was previously senior corporate communications manager at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) where he developed the airport’s communications strategy and implemented its strategic communications initiatives. He also managed internal communications, customer service communications and social media for Dubai International Airport (DXB).
