John Ackerman 
Chief Commercial Officer
Denver International Airport

As Denver International Airport's Chief Commercial Officer, John Ackerman is responsible for all revenue generating activities at North America's largest airport by land area, and the world's 10th busiest by passengers. Mr. Ackerman's duties include optimizing existing businesses as well as developing new business opportunities to support the Airport's strategic objectives. The Commercial team's portfolio includes typical airport businesses such as airlines, rental cars, parking, and concessions, as well as commercial real estate development and production of natural resources. With a BA in Economics from Duke University, Mr. Ackerman began his career as a Marine Corps officer and aviator and subsequently became a pilot with United Airlines. He has 20 years of aviation industry experience, and has held various management positions with United Airlines and served as senior director of product management at Standard and Poor's.