Before this, Kam held senior sales and marketing roles in the airline industry with bmi and Star Alliance. He holds a Diploma in Management and an MBA in Strategy and Human Resource Management from the Open University Business School. 

Phillip Staake, Chief Financial Officer, AGS Airports

Ronald Leitch is Chief Operating Officer of AGS Airports Ltd, responsible for operational performance, safety and service delivery across the Group’s airports. Since April 2024, he has led operations with a focus on resilience, compliance and customer experience. 

He joined Glasgow Airport in 2002 as a BAA Management Trainee and has built extensive expertise in airport operations and aviation management. He also leads AGS’s £350 million transformation programme and serves as President of Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce, and as a Board Member and Audit & Risk Chair at West College Scotland.

Roger Hunt, Chief of Staff, AGS Airports

Roger Hunt is Chief of Staff at AGS Airports, bringing extensive experience across business operations and HR. He joined AGS in 2011 as Head of HR at Aberdeen Airport, later becoming Operations Director, and has been a member of the AGS Executive Committee since 2015. 

Roger began his career with the Royal Bank of Scotland Group, where he spent 26 years in senior business and HR roles, before moving to the Scottish Prison Service as Head of HR.

Gavin Revell, Chief Information Technology Officer, AGS Airports

Tom has over 20 years’ experience in the airport sector, including 23 years at Bristol Airport in senior operational and commercial roles, and is responsible for delivering AGS’s non‑aeronautical commercial strategy to support long‑term growth and value creation.

Gavin Newlands, Executive Director Corporate Affairs, AGS Airports

Gavin Newlands was appointed Executive Director of Corporate Affairs at AGS Airports in May 2026, bringing extensive political and policy experience. He joined AGS in October 2024 after nine years as MP for Paisley and Renfrewshire North. 

A former Transport Spokesperson, he played a leading role in aviation and wider transport policy, with a focus on decarbonisation. He also continues to support economic development through roles with CBI Scotland and Glasgow Chamber of Commerce.

Fiona Smith, Executive Director ESG & Sustainability, AGS Airports

Fiona joined the AGS Executive team in May 2026 as Executive Director for ESG & Sustainability, leading the Group’s sustainability and ESG strategy. With over 20 years’ experience in aviation, she drives progress towards AGS’s Net Zero ambitions while delivering social value and strong governance. 

A passionate advocate for sustainable aviation and inclusion, Fiona is a member of the UK Government’s Jet Zero Expert Group and Co‑chairs the Zero Emission Flight Infrastructure Group.

Airport Management

Gavin Williams was appointed Managing Director – Operations at Glasgow Airport in January 2026. He leads day‑to‑day operations and operational performance, overseeing major terminal transformation and airfield infrastructure upgrades to support future growth. 

He joined from Southampton Airport and previously held senior roles with Manchester Airports Group and Centre Parcs UK, bringing extensive experience in large‑scale operations and customer experience. 

Robert Paterson, Operations Director, Aberdeen Airport

Robert Patterson was appointed Operations Director at Aberdeen International Airport in January 2026. He leads the safe, efficient and resilient delivery of day‑to‑day operations, with a focus on operational performance, customer experience and future infrastructure. 

Robert has been with Aberdeen Airport since 1998, progressing from baggage handler to senior leadership roles including Head of Airside Operations and Head of Operations, building extensive expertise in airport operations and safety.