Airport director leaving with upcoming expansion projects in sight
Rosemary Vassiliadis, the director of Aviation at Harry Reid International Airport in Nevada, has announced her retirement, effective September 12, 2025. Vassiliadis, who has held the position since 2013, has been a key figure in the airport's growth, modernization, and management of major events.
Under her leadership, the seventh-busiest airport in North America has seen significant expansion and modernization. Clark County, which oversees the airport's operations, is currently in the process of finding her successor. As of the most recent information available in June 2025, no specific successor has been publicly named.
In addition to managing operations at Harry Reid International Airport, Vassiliadis is also responsible for the operations of Henderson and North Las Vegas airports. She oversees two small aviation centers in Jean and Overton as well, which cater to flight schools, private jets, and recreational activities. These centers support various aviation activities, including flight schools, private jet terminals, and recreational activities.
Clark County officials have not yet revealed further details about the hiring process for the director position at Harry Reid International Airport. It remains undetermined if the county will conduct an outside search or hire from within for the position. The county is actively working on filling the director position at the Department of Aviation for Harry Reid International Airport.
The multibillion-dollar expansion and modernization project at Harry Reid International Airport is underway, and the airport's future direction will be heavily influenced by the new director. As Vassiliadis prepares for her retirement, the airport community looks forward to welcoming her successor and continuing the airport's growth and success.
[1] Clark County announces Rosemary Vassiliadis' retirement as Director of Aviation at Harry Reid International Airport. (2025, June). Clark County Press. [2] Clark County begins search for new Director of Aviation at Harry Reid International Airport. (2025, June). Las Vegas Review-Journal. [4] Clark County officials yet to name successor for retiring Harry Reid International Airport Director. (2025, June). KSNV News 3.
In the heart of Las Vegas, where casino-and-gambling culture thrives, the departure of Rosemary Vassiliadis as the Director of Aviation at the seventh-busiest airport in North America, Harry Reid International Airport, has left a significant gap. Amidst discussions of finding her successor, the casino-culture-dotted city eagerly anticipates the new director who will help shape the future direction of the airport, as it undergoes a multibillion-dollar expansion and modernization project.
