Jim Tyrrell, C.M.
About Jim Tyrrell, C.M.
Jim Tyrrell, C.M. serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Philadelphia International Airport since 2016, where he focuses on marketing strategies and air service development. He has extensive experience in airport management, having held various positions at PHL over nearly three decades.
Work at Philadelphia International Airport
Jim Tyrrell has served as the Chief Revenue Officer at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for developing marketing and branding strategies that support air service destinations and the airport concession program. His tenure at PHL spans over 25 years, having previously held positions such as Airport Properties Manager and Deputy Director of Aviation-Property Management and Business Development. During his time at PHL, he played a key role in securing new air service routes from Aer Lingus and Iceland Air.
Education and Expertise
Jim Tyrrell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Management from Saint Joseph's University, where he studied from 1981 to 1984. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in marketing principles and management strategies, which he applies in his current role at PHL. Additionally, he completed his high school education at West Catholic Preparatory High School.
Background
Jim Tyrrell began his career at Philadelphia International Airport in 1987 as an Airport Properties Specialist, a position he held until 1995. He then advanced to the role of Airport Properties Manager from 1993 to 2001. After a brief period, he transitioned to Deputy Director of Aviation-Property Management and Business Development, serving from 2001 until 2016. His extensive experience at PHL has equipped him with in-depth knowledge of airport operations and commercial management.
Achievements
Throughout his career at Philadelphia International Airport, Jim Tyrrell has negotiated significant agreements, including an exclusive pouring rights agreement with Pepsi Co. His efforts in developing marketing strategies and securing new air service routes have contributed to the growth and success of the airport's operations. He currently oversees commercial management and business development at Northeast Philadelphia Airport.