David Kaufman

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About David Kaufman

I am an experienced manager with 25+ years in airport administration, aviation services, human resources and industry communications. I am presently employed with the Chicago Department of Aviation, as General Manager of Operations at Midway Airport. My record in the public and private sectors- Effective management of aviation facilities and services, ensuring safe, legal, customer focused operations- Success in recruiting, selecting, training, developing and evaluating staff, enhancing their value and improving their productivity and satisfaction- Strong communication skills, especially in composing and editing white papers, job manuals and PR material - Proven capacity for building and maintaining productive relationships with employees, customers, public officials, vendors and business partners. I have been past certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). My education includes an MBA from Embry-Riddle. Specialties: Managing Transportation & Airport Services Managing Human Resources Hiring, Training & Team Building Creating Safety & Security Programs Writing, Editing, Presenting & Publishing Maximizing Customer Service & Satisfaction Implementing Quality Assurance Plans Negotiating Vendor & Supplier Contracts Cutting Costs & Boosting Productivity Improving Processes & Procedures Coaching and Developing Groups and Individuals