Airport Commissioners
The Airport Commission was created by the state legislature, to oversee the development of the airport and its facilities. The Commission is composed of five (5) members, appointed by the City Council. The Commission Board host monthly commission meetings on the fourth Wednesday of every month and are open to the public. The monthly commission meeting minutes can be found on our website and at the Columbus Consolidated Government Center.
Commissioners
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Delois Dee Marsh Chairwoman
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J. Philip Thayer Commissioner
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Vacant Commissioner
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Vacant Commissioner
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Vacant Commissioner
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.
J. Philip Thayer Jr. is President of J. P. Thayer Company, Inc., bringing more than 30 years of experience in real estate development, construction, and community leadership. He has overseen major residential and commercial projects, including large multi-property acquisitions, apartment community developments, and the management of a home construction division.
Philip holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction from Auburn University, with additional studies in Aviation Management, and maintains multiple professional licenses across Georgia, Alabama, and Florida, including general contractor and real estate brokerage licenses.
He is an accomplished CitationJet (CE-525) pilot, FlightSafety-trained, with experience in time-critical medical organ transport operations.
Deeply engaged in civic service, Mr. Thayer has served in numerous leadership roles, including Chairman of the Columbus Water Works Board, President of the Greater Columbus Home Builders Association, and Chairman of the Georgia State Licensing Board for Contractors.