Jay Byroad

Jay Byroad currently serves as the Manager of Airport Security at the Tucson Airport Authority, a position held since June 2023. Prior to this role, Jay amassed extensive experience in restaurant management, notably as the General Manager at Honeybaked Ham CO And Cafe from October 2015 to July 2023, where significant yearly sales growth was achieved. Jay's earlier management positions include General Manager roles at Joe's Crab Shack, Macayo's Mexican Kitchen, and Famous Sam's Sports Bar, demonstrating a strong track record of employee development, operational profitability, and local marketing success. In addition to a robust restaurant management career, Jay served as a Police Officer with the Tucson Police Department for over 22 years, attaining roles such as Training Officer and Training Coordinator, highlighting a commitment to community service and training. Jay holds a high school diploma in Architecture from Santa Rita High School.