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How do you spend any free time away from work?
We broke our all-time passenger record in 2010 and exceeded 1.5 million passengers for the fi rst time ever. That success has largely been fuelled by increased capacity by low-fare carriers AirTran Airways and Frontier Airlines.
programme using FAA grants and PFC revenues. That means that we can cover the costs of the entire programme without having to rely on our air carrier partners for any fi nancial help. We are committed to leading the way in keeping low costs to airlines.
Which new air services are you most keen to secure in 2011? We are most interested in a positive outcome from the Southwest Airlines’ acquisition of AirTran Airways.
What role does the airport play in the local community? We generate a $400 million annual economic impact – that means jobs, income and taxes. It is something of which we are most proud.
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How did you originally get into the airport business? I got lucky! I met Fred Krum (former airport director) at a Chamber of Commerce meeting 15 years ago. We worked together outside of the airport for a while and when the opportunity to design and execute a fresh and innovating marketing programme at CAK surfaced, I knew that I wanted to get into the business.
What are the best and worst parts of your job?
I absolutely love my job – the people, the variety, the competition, the constant change. It works for me. The worst part of my job is maybe hearing: “No, not this time Kristie.”
I am also a mother and love spending time with my family, playing games or going on nature hikes. I also run and volunteer with a variety of community groups. I stay very, very busy.
If you could have dinner with three people, living or dead, who would they be and why? First, I would have lunch with my former boss and mentor, Fred Krum. He passed away two years ago and I wish I had written more of his advice down on paper. I am still inspired by him. Next would be Maya Angeleou. I am so moved by her writing, her poise and power and her femininity. Third, I would have to lunch with Herb Kelleher. I’d throw back a little Wild Turkey with Herb. It would be a gas! He was a visionary leader who knew how to have fun. His energy still infuses the team at Southwest Airlines.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what could you not live without?
My kids, my husband, and my airplane models. Who needs food and water when you have love, right?
GET INVOLVED! Do you want the global route development community to hear what you have to say? Let us know at:
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