Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
Celeste Gentry is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience spanning several key roles in the finance sector. Currently serving as a Financial Analyst at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority since May 2017, Celeste has a solid background that includes positions such as Senior Government Financial Analyst at Rolls-Royce, where responsibilities encompassed preparing annual Forward Pricing Rates and labor overhead rates. Previous experience includes serving as Finance Manager at America Trans Air, overseeing budget preparation and financial reporting, and holding senior accounting roles at Fifth Third Bank and Alpine Electronics Manufacturing of America, Inc., where duties involved month-end closings, financial statement preparation, and supervision of accounting personnel. Celeste holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Indiana University Bloomington, earned between 1982 and 1986.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
Gateway Airport makes it plane easy to connect to more than 45 destinations on Allegiant and Sun Country. Gateway is also developing as an international aerospace center with aircraft maintenance, modification, testing and pilot training. Currently, more than 40 companies operate at the airport, generating more than $1.8 billion in annual economic activity. In addition to the area's skilled labor force, excellent year-round flying weather and access to international markets, Gateway’s assets make it a prime location for global-minded companies. The Airport has been designated as Foreign Trade Zone #221 as well as a Military Reuse Zone, offering aviation companies a significant financial edge in the global marketplace. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is owned and operated by the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Authority that includes the City of Mesa, City of Phoenix, Town of Gilbert, Town of Queen Creek, Gila River Indian Community, and City of Apache Junction.