Leadership
The Airport Authority is governed by a dedicated group of individuals.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan Margles has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Airport Authority since January 2025. Before joining the Authority, Susan was a member of the senior leadership team at Canada Post for nearly 20 years. She held key roles, including Vice President of Government Relations and Policy, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, and most recently, Chief People and Safety Officer. In these positions, she played a pivotal role in integrating an Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework into organizational decision-making and advancing safety, human resources, labour relations, and government affairs.
Susan also had a distinguished career in the federal government, where she held senior positions at Transport Canada and the Department of Finance. Known for her ability to address complex issues and foster collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, Susan has earned a reputation as a forward-thinking and results-driven leader.
Susan holds a Masters of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McGill University. She sees a bright future for the Airport that embraces innovation, growth, and sustainability to better serve Ottawa-Gatineau.
Combining her passion for travel with her Ottawa roots, Susan is excited to contribute to the continued success and development of this vital community asset.
Susan Margles
YOW Leadership
The Authority’s Senior Management team, led by the President and CEO, drives YOW’s success. The team works collaboratively to instill the core principles of our Purpose Statement and ensure operational excellence, innovative growth, and an enhanced Airport experience for our community and travellers alike.
Florence Delaby Vice President, Major Capital and Strategic Planning
Lisa Dwyer Hurteau Vice President, Legal, Human Resources, Security, Emergency Management, and Corporate Secretary
Dan Fortier Vice President, Information Technology, and Chief Information Security Officer
Krista Kealey Vice President, Communications and Public Consultation
Marcel Mathurin Vice President, Operations and Infrastructure
Joel Tkach Vice President, Business Development, Marketing and Customer Transportation
Rob Turpin Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
Board of Directors
YOW’s Board of Directors is comprised of seasoned business professionals from Ottawa-Gatineau. Their diverse backgrounds and extensive expertise ensure strong governance and strategic direction for the Authority. Collaborating closely with Senior Management, the Board plays a vital role in shaping the Airport’s future and its impact on Canada’s Capital Region.
