Baton Rouge Airport Launches Organizational Assessment

The Greater Baton Rouge Airport District (BTR) has partnered with Steven Baldwin Associates (SBA) to conduct an organizational assessment designed to ensure the airport’s structure and resources align with its strategic growth goals.

BTR, originally established in 1948 and now serving a market of more than 1.7 million people across Louisiana and Mississippi, has seen rapid growth in recent years. With major carriers like American, Delta, and United providing global connectivity, the airport is positioning itself for continued success.

As part of the assessment, SBA will review the airport’s current organizational structure to determine whether it is prepared to meet future operational demands. The study will also evaluate BTR’s pay and compensation practices compared to local, state, and national airport management benchmarks. This analysis will help the airport determine if adjustments are necessary to recruit and retain top industry talent.

SBA has conducted similar assessments for airports including Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP), Boise (BOI), Syracuse Hancock International (SYR), and Dayton International (DAY). By leveraging this expertise, SBA will provide Baton Rouge with data-driven recommendations to support long-term performance.

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Syracuse Airport Launches In-House Police Department

Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) has achieved a major milestone with the creation of its own in-house police and law enforcement division. This marks a transformative step for the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA), which has managed the airport for more than a decade.

The establishment of the new police department follows a multi-year effort that included analytical support from SBA during 2021–2022. By transitioning to an in-house model, SRAA has enhanced its ability to tailor security services, improve operational flexibility, and align staffing with the airport’s rapid growth.

This achievement was recently recognized in Airport Improvement Magazine, which highlighted the initiative’s importance to both safety and organizational progress. SYR continues to expand its air service offerings and improve operations, making the launch of its own police department a timely and impactful development.

👉 Read the full article in Airport Improvement Magazine

About Steven Baldwin Associates

Steven Baldwin Associates is dedicated exclusively to airport management consulting. The firm specializes in governance, organizational assessments, executive recruitment, and operational strategies. With decades of hands-on experience, SBA has helped airports nationwide adopt best practices and strengthen long-term leadership.

For more information, contact SBA at info@baldwinllc.com or visit the official website.

FAQs

1. What is SBA doing for Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport?
SBA is conducting an organizational assessment to evaluate structure, efficiency, and compensation practices.

2. Why is this assessment important?
It ensures BTR’s organizational structure and pay systems are competitive enough to support future growth.

3. What other airports has SBA supported with similar studies?
SBA has conducted assessments for MSP, BOI, SYR, DAY, and others.

4. What milestone has Syracuse Hancock International Airport achieved?
SYR has established its own in-house police department.

5. What role did SBA play in Syracuse’s initiative?
SBA provided analytical support during the planning and transition process.

6. How does SBA support airports nationwide?
Through governance consulting, organizational assessments, strategic planning, and executive recruitment.

Conclusion

From supporting Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport with an organizational assessment to celebrating Syracuse Hancock International Airport’s new in-house police department, Steven Baldwin Associates continues to deliver solutions that help airports strengthen leadership, operations, and strategic growth.

By combining experience with tailored analysis, SBA ensures airports are equipped to meet today’s challenges while preparing for long-term success.