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Senior Communications/Community Outreach Manager

Naples Airport Authority

Having lived in Southwest Florida since he was 8, Zac Burch works as the senior communications and community outreach manager for the Naples Airport Authority. In that capacity, he oversees all outreach to the public, tenants, customers and elected officials, while also managing the airport’s website, social media, advertising, media and public relations. But as the public face of the airport, he also understands the value of honesty and sincerity.

“The most important thing that I have learned so far in my career is to be authentic. If you don’t believe in what you’re talking about, people will see right through you instantly,” Burch says. “Being genuine and having a passion for what you do are essential to being successful in any field.”

In addition to his work with the airport, Burch is a member of the Collier County Historic and Archaeological Preservation Board, and serves as the vice chair of the Florida Airports Council Noise Abatement and Community Affairs Committee. He is a member of the Greater Naples Chamber Public Policy Board and Small Business Council. Burch was honored with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) 40 Under 40 award in 2022, and was in the 2023 class of Associate Leadership Collier.