LAS VEGAS, NV – The Clark County Department of Aviation has named Rishma Khimji as Airport Chief Information Technology Officer. In this role, Ms. Khimji will plan, organize and administer a comprehensive information systems program for Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and its sister General Aviation airports. She will oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of all information technology including operations and interface. She will begin her position on May 2, 2022.
Bringing more than 13 years of director-level and supervisory experience in a variety of technology application products and suites, Ms. Khimji most recently was the Chief Information Officer for the San Francisco Police Department. In that position, she managed the Public Safety technology portfolio and support services for the functional aspects of policing in the 21st century. Previously, she was Director of Technology for the City of Reno, Nevada. She also worked for the Albuquerque Police Department as Director of APD Technical Services Unit, promoted from Applications Program Manager.
“I am excited to join the LAS Executive Team as their first Chief Information Technology Officer, especially since LAS is the premier gateway into the most exciting sports, entertainment, and technology destination for travelers worldwide,” said Ms. Khimji. “I get to pair my experience in technology and business development to structure digital transformation at the airport. It is an honor to be a part of an organization that is forward thinking, strategizing towards sustainability and innovation for our airline customers and travelers.”
Ms. Khimji earned her bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Economics and her master’s degree in Economics from the University of New Mexico. She is a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and a Project Management Professional (PMP).
2022 Charlotte Douglas International Airport Report of Achievement
Giving back to the community is central to what Charlotte Douglas International Airport and its operator, the City of Charlotte Aviation Department, is about, and last year was no different.
Throughout 2022, while recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, we continued our efforts to have a positive impact on the Charlotte community. Of particular note, we spent the year sharing stories of how Connections Don't Just Happen at the Terminal - from creating homeownership and employment opportunities to supporting economic growth through small-business development and offering outreach programs to help residents understand the Airport better.
This whitepaper highlights the construction projects, initiatives, programs and events that validate Charlotte Douglas as a premier airport.
Download the whitepaper: 2022 Charlotte Douglas International Airport Report of Achievement.