Bennett Nast, C.M.
About Bennett Nast, C.M.
Bennett Nast, C.M. is the Director of Air Service Development at Rhode Island Airport Corporation, bringing over a decade of experience in air service development and revenue management. He has held various roles in prominent airports and airlines, including positions at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and American Airlines.
Work at Rhode Island Airport Corporation
Bennett Nast currently serves as the Director of Air Service Development at Rhode Island Airport Corporation. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the airport's strategic initiatives in air service and development. His role involves enhancing air service offerings and fostering relationships with airlines to improve connectivity and passenger options for the Providence, Rhode Island area.
Previous Experience in Air Service Development
Before joining Rhode Island Airport Corporation, Bennett Nast accumulated extensive experience in air service development. He worked as the Manager of Air Service Development at Denver International Airport for eight months in 2022. Prior to that, he served as an Air Service Analyst in Air Service Development at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport from 2019 to 2022, where he focused on analyzing and improving air service performance.
Education and Expertise
Bennett Nast holds a Master of Science in Strategic Management from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Aviation Management from Auburn University Harbert College of Business. His educational background supports his expertise in air service development, revenue management, and network planning and scheduling.
Career Background in Aviation
Bennett Nast has over a decade of experience in the aviation industry, with a focus on air service development and revenue generation. His career includes roles at major airlines such as American Airlines and United Airlines, where he worked in various capacities including Revenue Analysis & Strategy Analyst and Yield Analyst. His internships at C&S Companies and the City of Syracuse's Department of Aviation further solidified his foundation in airport services.
Achievements in Revenue Growth
Throughout his career, Bennett Nast has demonstrated a proven track record in revenue growth and generation within the aviation sector. His analytical skills and strategic thinking have contributed to business and operational performance reporting, enhancing the financial outcomes of the organizations he has worked with.