Jake Simpson joined the Gallatin Airport Authority as Senior Director of Operations and Maintenance on July 11, 2022. Bringing his experience as Denver International Airport's Emergency Operations Manager and Airport Operations Manager prior to that, Jake is well-versed in snow and ice removal, the Runway Condition Assessment Matrix, and the National Incident Management System and Incident Command Structure. Prior to working at DEN, Jake was an Operations Specialist and Intern for Centennial Airport in Colorado.
Rachel Peavyhouse joined the Gallatin Airport Authority as Senior Director of Human Resources, Training and Development on August 22, 2022. Previously, Rachel worked in the healthcare field supporting and advancing HCA Healthcare's diversity, equity and inclusion strategy across multiple business units. She has worked in organizations of various sizes including Tractor Supply Company, AIG and Wells Fargo. Rachel will be responsible for ensuring our HR Department "takes flight".