‘Essential to continued growth’ | Houston Airports welcomes fresh talent

More than 100 employees joined the Houston Airport System during the first six months of 2024. Houston Airports employs more than 1,200 people. 

July 23, 2024

Houston Airports officially welcomed 110 new employees to the organization during a Havana Nights-themed luncheon hosted by the Workforce Innovation and Development Division. The new team members were hired between January and June 2024. 

The event aimed to integrate new team members across all 10 divisions of the airport system while providing new employees an opportunity to mix, mingle, and learn from their more experienced colleagues, including those in leadership roles.

"Welcome Freshman Class of 2024. Look to your left and right. One of these people could have an impact on your future career advancement at Houston Airports," said Trai Hicks, Senior Staff Analyst for Employee Engagement at Houston Airports. "Your fresh eyes are essential to the continuous growth of Houston Airports. You have fresh perspective and a high level of enthusiasm."

Hicks, a six-year Houston Airports veteran, is among the Houston Airports Employee Engagement team that oversees employee lifecycle initiatives including onboarding and retention. The luncheon is designed to introduce new hires to the organization’s culture and leadership while fostering camaraderie.

Trai Hicks speaks at the new employee luncheon
Trai Hicks with Houston Airports Employee Engagement addresses dozens of employees hired during the first half of 2024 during a bi-annual New Employee Luncheon hosted by Houston Airports.

“We want our new colleagues to feel welcomed and excited about their roles,” said Samantha Barnes, Staff Analyst with Employee Engagement for Houston Airports. “This event is a great way to kickstart their journey with our award-winning organization.”

In addition to networking and enjoying Cuban-inspired cuisine, attendees participated in interactive games that highlighted the airport’s history, programs, and values. Senior leadership, including Houston Airports Director of Aviation Jim Szczesniak, shared insights and answer questions.

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OUR MISSION: We exist to connect the people, businesses, cultures and economies of the world to Houston 

OUR VISION: Establish Houston as a 5-Star global air service gateway where the magic of flight is celebrated. 

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Make our passengers happy
  • Act responsibly to achieve social, environmental and economic sustainability 
  • Build the platforms for future success 
  • Invest in our partnerships and our employees  

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HAS is dynamic, diverse and multidimensional, like the exciting international city we serve. We're Houston-friendly with an inclusive culture and a “can-do” attitude. We encourage collaboration and cultivate teamwork across our divisions. We invite innovation and continuous improvement. 

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