Capital Region Airport Authority Announces Promotion of Steve Gonzalez to Director of Operations & Public Safety

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oct. 2, 2026

LANSING, Mich. — The Capital Region Airport Authority (CRAA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Steve Gonzalez to Director of Operations & Public Safety, expanding his leadership responsibilities across the Authority’s airport operations and public safety functions.

In his new role, Gonzalez will provide leadership and oversight for airport operations while continuing to lead the Authority’s Public Safety Department. He will help ensure operations at Capital Region International Airport (LAN) and Mason Jewett Field remain safe, efficient, compliant and aligned with the Authority’s strategic priorities.

“Steve has demonstrated strong leadership and a deep commitment to the safety, security and successful operation of our airports,” said Nicole Noll-Williams, C.M., President and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority. “His operational knowledge, leadership and commitment to our employees, passengers, tenants and aviation partners make him well suited for this expanded role. This promotion is a reflection of the confidence we have in Steve and our continued commitment to developing strong leaders from within our organization.”

Gonzalez’s expanded responsibilities will also strengthen coordination across departments and support the Authority’s efforts to effectively manage the day-to-day operation of its airports while preparing for future growth and development.

As Chief of Public Safety, Gonzalez has played a key role in leading the Authority’s public safety operations and ensuring the airports maintain a strong focus on safety and security. His expanded role brings together operational and public safety leadership to further support collaboration and coordination throughout the organization.

“I’m honored to take on this expanded role and grateful for the confidence the Authority has placed in me,” said Gonzalez. “I look forward to working with our team to continue providing safe, efficient and effective airport operations while supporting the continued growth of LAN and Mason Jewett Field.”

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The Capital Region Airport Authority owns and operates the Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Mason Jewett Field Airport (TEW) and Port Lansing – a global logistics center and mid-Michigan’s only U.S. Port of Entry. The Capital Region International Airport is an important asset in the mid-Michigan community, driving $1 billion annually in economic impact with 700 people employed at the airport. The airport welcomes more than 352,000 visitors each year to connect throughout the country and the world. In addition to providing corporate and general aviation, the Capital Region International Airport moves 63.5 million pounds of cargo annually and is one of two airports in the state with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Federal Inspection Station. Port Lansing, mid-Michigan’s only U.S. Port of Entry and home to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #275 covering eight counties, also features a 48,000-square-foot cargo facility and container freight station, and 425 acres of ready-to-develop land. For more information, go to FlyLansing.com and visit the airport’s Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts.