Amy Harris Appointed CFO at AVL

Steven Baldwin Associates (SBA) is proud to announce the successful recruitment of Amy Harris as Chief Financial Officer at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in North Carolina.

Harris previously served as Financial Planning and Analysis Manager at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), where she managed operating and capital budgets, advised cross-departmental teams, and contributed as a speaker at industry conferences. She is also a founding member of CLT’s Women in Aviation organization.

With over 25 years of financial and accounting experience and 13 years in airport leadership, Harris has overseen funding sources including PFCs, grants, bonds, and cash, while leading initiatives that align with organizational missions and long-term strategies.

She holds an MBA from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Colorado State University, and is a Certified Member (C.M.) of AAAE.

Harris shared:
“I am thrilled to join the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority as CFO. AVL is a strong driver of regional economic growth, and it’s a privilege to be part of a team that is committed to thoughtful stewardship of the airport’s resources.”

Lew Bleiweis, President & CEO of AVL, added:
“We are thrilled to welcome Amy Harris as AVL’s new CFO. She brings professional knowledge, expertise, and strategic financial leadership at an important time in the Airport’s history.”

👉 Learn more about Asheville Regional Airport

SFB CFO Recruitment Underway

SBA has also been retained to conduct a confidential, national executive search for the role of Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer at Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) in Florida.

The CFO will oversee financial planning, reporting, and compliance at one of Florida’s fastest-growing airports. Applications close June 19, 2025.

👉 View the SFB CFO Candidate Brochure
👉 Learn more about Orlando Sanford International Airport

About Steven Baldwin Associates

Steven Baldwin Associates is a national consulting firm specializing in airport management consulting. With decades of hands-on experience, SBA provides governance reviews, organizational assessments, executive recruitment, and HR support to airports across the U.S.

📧 Contact SBA at info@baldwinllc.com or visit baldwinllc.com.

FAQs

1. Who was appointed CFO at AVL?
Amy Harris.

2. What is her background?
13 years in airport leadership, 25+ years in finance, former manager at CLT.

3. What education does she have?
MBA (Embry-Riddle), BS in Accounting (Colorado State), AAAE Certified Member.

4. What role is open at SFB?
Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer.

5. When does the SFB application close?
June 19, 2025.

6. Who is managing both recruitments?
Steven Baldwin Associates.

Conclusion

The appointment of Amy Harris as CFO at AVL and the ongoing CFO recruitment at SFB reflect Steven Baldwin Associates’ expertise in executive recruitment for the aviation industry.

Through strategic placements, SBA continues to help airports nationwide secure visionary leaders who can drive financial excellence and long-term growth.