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BROWNSVILLE, Texas – The City of Brownsville is proud to announce the selection of Mr. Angel E. Ramos, PE,AAE, IAP, as the new Director of the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, effective February 20th. His hiring marks a significant milestone in the airport’s journey towards enhancing its operations and services to the community and its stakeholders.
“Mr. Ramos brings to the role over two decades of extensive experience in airport planning, design, construction management, and capital infrastructure programming,” said Helen Ramirez, AICP, Brownsville City Manager. “His comprehensive background, combining technical expertise with proven leadership abilities, positions himexceptionally well to lead our airport into its next chapter of growth and development.”
“I am profoundly honored to step into the role of Director of the Brownsville South Padre Island InternationalAirport,” said Ramos. “I am eagerly anticipating contributing to the City of Brownsville and its surrounding communities. Together with the airport staff, our collective efforts will elevate the airport’s stature on a global scale, but also contribute significantly to the vitality and resilience of the City’s economy. I look forward to working with everyone.”
Prior to joining the City of Brownsville, Ramos served as Vice President of Planning and Development at the CVG Airport Authority overseeing significant projects, including the Terminal Modernization Program. Previous roles included serving as Assistant Airport Director of Planning and Engineering at St. Louis Lambert International Airportleading the planning, design and construction efforts and overseeing the Capital Improvement Program.
Ramos holds a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico. His expertise is further solidified by his licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE), his accreditation as an Airport Executive (AAE), and his certification as an International Airport Professional (IAP).
The selection of Ramos followed a thorough and comprehensive search process, during which the Advisory BoardChair, Ed Rivera, and Vice Chair, Javier Villarreal, played integral roles in welcoming and interviewing candidates. The City of Brownsville extends its gratitude to them, along with the invaluable assistance provided by ADK Recruitment Consultant, ODHR, and the City Manager’s Office. Their efforts ensured a warm and authentic welcome from our community and executive team, embodying the spirit of Brownsville.
City leadership is confident that Ramos’s leadership will usher in a new era of innovation, efficiency, and growth for the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport. His vision for the future aligns with our commitment to providing outstanding service and facilities to our passengers and business partners.
The City of Brownsville invites the community to welcome Ramos to the great City of Brownsville! We look forwardto the advancements and achievements that his guidance will bring.
The Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport continues to serve as a key gateway to South Texas, offering passenger, cargo, and general aviation services. It is committed to enhancing the travel experience for itsusers while fostering economic growth in the region.
