City of Santa Monica
Stelios Makrides has a diverse work experience in the field of airport management and operations. Stelios started their career in 2002 as an Airport Operations Assistant at the City of Santa Barbara and worked in this role until 2006. In 2006, they joined the City of Santa Monica and held various positions over the years. Stelios started as an Airport Noise/Operations Specialist and then became an Airport Operations Administrator in 2008. In 2013, they were promoted to the role of Airport Manager and served in this position until 2016. From 2016 to 2018, Stelios worked as the Airport Director at the City of Santa Monica. Stelios then took on the role of Airport & Real Estate Director in 2018 and served in this position until 2019. Currently, they hold the position of Chief Operating Officer Public Works/Airport Director at the City of Santa Monica, starting in December 2019.
Stelios Makrides obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Airport Management from California State University, Los Angeles in the period of 1998-2001. Stelios then pursued further education in Crisis Communications for Transportation Professionals at the National Transportation Safety Board until 2009. Additionally, they completed the Supervisory Academy program at the City of Santa Monica in 2008.
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica is an 8.3 square mile city situated at a gateway to the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational and art venues. Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World, Santa Monica is home to three miles of wide beaches and the Santa Monica Pier, and attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 90,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with visitors and employees. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City has reduced water usage community-wide and is working toward water self-sufficiency by 2020, has increased solar capacity, and has adopted policies prohibiting single-use plastic bags and motorized leaf blowers to promote sustainable practices. Partnerships with local schools and Santa Monica Collage have created top-notch educational institutions, complemented by public libraries that are rated among the nation’s best. Outstanding educational opportunities are a prime reason that families choose Santa Monica. Learn more at www.santamonica.gov and follow the City on Twitter (@santamonicacity).