Airport Commissioners

Delois Dee Marsh, a distinguished Businesswoman and dedicated Community Servant, hails from Birmingham, AL. In 2013, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Tuskegee University and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Delois proudly served for 17 years and is now a Retired Captain of the Military Intelligence Corps.

Transitioning to civilian life after fulfilling her Active-Duty military obligations, in 2017, Delois embarked on a new journey in the Real Estate industry. Her commitment to continuous learning led her to earn a Master’s in Business Administration from The University of Phoenix in 2018. Over her 7-year Real Estate career, she has achieved the title of Broker and now serves as the visionary owner of Radiant Real Estate Services.

Beyond her professional achievements, Delois is deeply dedicated to community service. She served as the Immediate Past President for the Board of Directors for The Liberty Theatre and Cultural Center in Columbus, GA. In January 2023, she made history as the First African American Woman to serve on the Columbus Airport Commission.

Driven by a passion for education, Delois is currently pursuing her Doctoral degree at The University of Phoenix. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Delois is happily married to Dr. Rocky Marsh, Ed.D. of Mobile, AL, and the couple reside in Columbus, GA, contributing to the vibrancy and growth of their community.

As Executive Vice President of Strategic Accounts, Dannell is responsible for executive oversight of two client-dedicated divisions that manage the day-to-day operations of TSYS’ two largest clients. Her teams provide a full suite of services to these clients, including project delivery, service delivery, consulting and innovation.

Dannell is also responsible for managing the company’s Implementation Services division, which is responsible for the onboarding of new clients onto TSYS platforms and existing clients into new product portfolios. Between the Implementation Services division, and the two client-dedicated divisions, she is responsible for delivering $275 million in revenue annually, as well as on-boarding 75 million new accounts on file for TSYS over the next two years.

A 25-year TSYS veteran, Dannell has held numerous leadership positions and has extensive experience in client relationships — including experience with each of the company’s three largest clients — and program management. She also has hands-on experience with bringing new clients onto TSYS platforms, having worked on each of the four largest implementations in company history — including managing the conversion of TSYS’ first-ever international client.

Dannell is a graduate of Auburn University, with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. She is a Sustainer member of the Columbus Junior League, co-chair of the Arts Alliance for Brookstone School, a graduate of Leadership Columbus, and an appointed commissioner for the Columbus Airport Commission.

James Barker has been a professional pilot at the Columbus Airport since 2005 and in aviation since 1998. He has been a member of the Columbus and Muscogee County area since 2005. In Columbus, James worked as a flight instructor at CSG Aviation, then as a captain for the Bill Heard Family, Carl Gregory Enterprises, and currently with Synovus and TSYS.

In 2018, James became a member of the Columbus Airport Commission, holding multiple positions including Chairman, as well as the liaison between the general aviation community and the commission.

James received his B.S. from Middle Tennessee State University in Aerospace in 2004. He is a member of the Georgia Business Aviation Association, National Business Aviation Association, and Women in Aviation.

James and his family attend Saint Luke United Methodist Church and are active with their Homeless outreach program First Saturday and Disaster relief team. He and his family have also volunteered their time at Animal Ark Rescue. James has also served his community through his participation with the Civil Air Patrol as a Mission Pilot.

In his free time, James enjoys snow skiing, hiking, fly fishing, and watching his son play sports.

Philip A. Badcock is a seasoned financial executive, business owner, and dedicated community leader with a distinguished career spanning banking, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit service.

Currently serving as the Church Administrator at St. Paul Church of Columbus since November 2023, Philip oversees staff management, financial administration, corporate governance, and campus facilities, ensuring operational excellence and strategic leadership.

Previously, he was the owner and operator of Sun Ray Cleaners in Columbus, Georgia, from 2014 to 2019, where he successfully managed business operations and customer service.

Philip retired in 2013 as Executive Vice President of Commercial Banking at Synovus Financial Corporation, concluding a successful 20+ year career. His leadership roles at Synovus included Regional Lending Director, Card Services Director, and Commercial Lending Group Manager. Prior to Synovus, he served as a Commercial Lender at SouthTrust Bank of Columbus from 1987 to 1993.

He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Columbus State University/Auburn University (1984) and has obtained Series 7 & 63 Securities Licenses.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Philip has been deeply involved in community service. His leadership roles include:

• Vice President & Board Member, John P. & Dorothy Illges Foundation (1992 – Present)
• Vice President & Board Member, Piedmont Columbus Foundation (2016 – 2022)
• Past President & Board Member, American Little League of Columbus
• Past Board Member, United Way of Columbus, Columbus Technical College, Columbus Chamber of Commerce, and the American Cancer Society

With a wealth of experience in financial leadership, operations management, and community engagement, Philip continues to make a meaningful impact in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors.