C&S’s Kelly Jost, P.E., Named GLC-AAAE Corporate Member of the Year

Pictured left to right: Ashley Thorsen, Gerald R. Ford International Airport; Kelly Jost, C&S; Kelly Everett, C&S; and Maria Benovic, C&S.

C&S is proud to announce that Kelly Jost, P.E., Service Group Manager for C&S’s Great Lakes Regional offices, has been named the Great Lakes Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (GLC-AAAE) Corporate Member of the Year. The award was presented at the 2026 GLC-AAAE Annual Chapter Conference and recognizes a corporate member who has made significant contributions to the aviation industry within the Chapter’s boundaries during the prior calendar year.

Kelly’s nomination is a testament to the strong client relationships she has built throughout her 25-year career in the architecture and engineering industry.

In nominating Kelly, the following was submitted: “Kelly Jost is a remarkable leader whose commitment to the aviation industry, professional excellence, and service to others exemplifies the highest standards of corporate membership. She is a dedicated advocate for women in aviation, serving as a mentor, role model, and trusted advisor to countless professionals, and her willingness to invest in others has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our industry. Kelly actively contributes to the Corporate Committee and the Inclusion in Aviation Committee, served on the MAAE board, received the Women in Aviation Emerging Leadership Scholarship to attend Harvard University, and served as a voice for women on the FAA Women in Aviation Advisory Board. A frequent speaker and panelist, she consistently brings value to every discussion she joins, and her unique ability to bring together diverse stakeholders, build consensus, and foster innovation creates stronger teams and better outcomes for the organizations and communities she serves. I wholeheartedly recommend Kelly for the Corporate Member of the Year Award. She is truly deserving of this recognition.”

About GLC-AAAE

The Great Lakes Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (GLC-AAAE) serves aviation professionals across the Great Lakes and Central region.