JFK Terminal 4

Executive Team

Roel Huinink

President & CEO

Mr. Huinink serves as the Chief Executive Officer of JFKIAT. He leads T4’s dedicated management team and is responsible for developing, communicating, and executing strategic and tactical plans for the terminal.
James May

Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer

In his role as JFKIAT’s Chief Financial Officer, Mr. May oversees all financial activities for JFKIAT, including business development, finance, accounting, risk management, procurement, and legal functions. He joined JFKIAT in February 2020. Mr. May has more than 20 years of multinational experience in a variety of financial and non-financial roles across industries ranging from manufacturing to private equity.
Susana Desa

Vice President Operations

Susana Desa is Vice President of Operations at JFKIAT, overseeing Terminal and Landside Operations at T4, which served 22 carriers and more than 27 million passengers in 2024. With 34 years in aviation, she leads daily operations, strategic initiatives, and key stakeholder partnerships, advancing innovation and world-class passenger experiences. Her leadership ensures T4 remains a premier global gateway delivering seamless, efficient, and memorable journeys
Stacey Lora

Vice President Safety & Security

As Vice President of Safety and Security, Ms. Lora manages JFKIAT’s entire security program. Working on the JFKIAT team since 2005, she’s focused on minimizing security vulnerabilities as they relate to the day-to-day business of the terminal, working to achieve a zero-accident culture, and establishing and reporting all security-related policies and procedures.
Shawn Makinen

Vice President Terminal Redevelopment

As Vice President of Terminal Redevelopment, Mr. Makinen leads JFKIAT’s improvement projects, including construction and capacity expansion. Joining JFKIAT in 1997, he manages all aspects of T4 development and oversees each construction project in its entirety.
Daryl Jameson

Vice President Asset Management and Baggage

As Vice President of Asset Management and Baggage, Mr. Jameson spearheads policy and strategy for JFKIAT’s facility maintenance, baggage handling systems, cleaning, and property management. Joining JFKIAT in 1997, he manages all third-party services responsible for asset management, janitorial, baggage and passenger boarding bridges.
Steve Tukavkin

Vice President IT and Digital

In his role as Vice President of IT and Digital at JFKIAT, Mr. Tukavkin leads IT systems for T4, delivering information and communication technology services to support all aspects of the terminal’s IT operations, security systems, and business solutions. Mr. Tukavkin spearheads strategy around implementing new technology initiatives, including those in the cybersecurity and business intelligence space.
Vernon M. Taylor

Director of People Operations

In his role, Mr. Taylor leads the enterprise-wide people strategy to align talent, culture, and organizational design with business objectives. He oversees workforce strategy, leadership development, total rewards, performance management, and employee engagement, while strengthening organizational capability and positioning JFKIAT as an employer of choice. Mr. Taylor also chairs JFKIAT’s DEIB and 4GOOD committees, advancing inclusive leadership and community impact initiatives.
Belinda Jain

Vice President, Customer Experience & Commercial

In her role, Ms. Jain is responsible for generating and managing JFKIAT’s nonaviation revenues, working with her team and business partners to develop world-class retail, food, beverage, and passenger service concepts. Ms. Jain is also responsible for developing brand and CX strategies, building marketing initiatives, and fostering a culture of innovation.

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Roel Huinink

President & CEO

James May

Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer

Susana Desa

Vice President Operations

Stacey Lora

Vice President Safety & Security

Shawn Makinen

Vice President Terminal Redevelopment

Daryl Jameson

Vice President Asset Management and Baggage

Steve Tukavkin

Vice President IT and Digital

Vernon M. Taylor

Director of People Operations

Belinda Jain

Vice President, Customer Experience & Commercial

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Roel Huinink

President & CEO

James May

Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer

Susana Desa

Vice President Operations

Stacey Lora

Vice President Safety & Security

Shawn Makinen

Vice President Terminal Redevelopment

Daryl Jameson

Vice President Asset Management and Baggage

Steve Tukavkin

Vice President IT and Digital

Vernon M. Taylor

Director of People Operations

Belinda Jain

Vice President, Customer Experience & Commercial

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