Jim Payne C.m.

Jim Payne, C.M., A.C.E. has a strong background in airport operations and management. Jim began their career in 1996 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, where they served as an Operations Officer II. After four years in this role, they were promoted to Operations Supervisor. Jim worked in this position until 2003 when they joined Birmingham Airport Authority as an Operations Supervisor. Over the years, they progressed in their career at Birmingham Airport Authority, taking on roles such as Operations Manager, Director of Operations & Planning, Senior Director, and Chief Operating Officer. Currently, they hold the position of Chief Operating Officer at Birmingham Airport Authority.

Jim Payne, C.M., A.C.E. attended Auburn University from 1991 to 1995 where they pursued their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Aviation Management.