Do you only network with your colleagues once a year at the conference? Have you felt the need to ask questions but don’t know who to turn to for solid advice? Ever wonder what that other airport down the road is doing to solve a unique issue? You’re in luck! WAMA started the regional chapter program in 2022 to promote more frequent collaboration between airports. WAMA board members, who are also airport directors, lead the chapters.

Regional Leaders:

Northeast – Mark Cihlar, A.A.E., Assistant Airport Director, Central Wisconsin Airport

Northwest – Charity Zich, C.M., Airport Director, Chippewa Valley Regional Airport & 

Richard Brekke, Airport Manager, Cumberland Municipal Airport

Southwest – Ian Turner, Airport Director, La Crosse Regional Airport

Southeast – Kurt Stanich, Airport Manager, Waukesha County Airport

East Central - Jim Schell, C.M., Airport Director, Wittman Regional Airport