Honoring the Veterans Who Make SAN Stronger 

With Veterans Day approaching, it’s a meaningful time to recognize the veterans in our everyday lives. While they may no longer wear a uniform, their dedication, commitment, and spirit of service continue to make a difference, including right here at San Diego International Airport (SAN). 

Recently, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority team gathered for its annual Veterans Day Luncheon to recognize and honor SAN employees who have served in our nation’s armed forces. The gathering provided an opportunity for colleagues to connect, share in appreciation, and recognize the contributions of those who have dedicated a part of their lives to serving our country. 

Veterans bring a wealth of experience and perspective to the workplace. The leadership, teamwork, discipline, and commitment to a greater purpose developed through military service continue to influence how they support their colleagues, serve our passengers, and contribute to our airport and the broader San Diego community. 

At SAN, we are fortunate to have veterans on our team. Their contributions extend beyond their military service, and their continued dedication helps make our organization stronger every day. 

We are proud to recognize the following Airport Authority employees who have served in our nation’s armed forces: Parick Abbey, Emmanuel Acosta, Jeremy Agtarap, Justin Bartlett, James Clark, Clarence Craig, Mark Criswell, Carlos Cruz, Cecilia Mendoza Salinas, Raul Cueva-Munoz, Susan Diekman, Shannon Dorsey, Davis Ellis, Franchette Grepo, Holly Groothuis, Teresa Kaczmarek, Roman Lanyak, Daniel Lopez, Jesus Lujan, Michael Mackey, Shane Martin, Nia Imani McRae, Merissa Mikaele, Vincent Montez, Stephen Mosca, Marc Nichols, Mark Oroceo, James H. Payne IV, Dnaiel A Perez, Brandon Racine, Rodrigo Rendon, Michael Riddick, Dean Robbins, Christopher Rose, Cogan Semler, Ritz Silva, Sarah Sizemore, Timothy Stone, Rodelle Suguitan, Jina Tapia, Mark Taylor, Richard Tippetts, Jose Torres, Cesar Valle Jauregui, Kyle Velovich, Antonio Walker, Christopher Walker, Clint Welch, Wesley Wiles, Sam Wilson. 

To all veterans, thank you for your service, your sacrifices, and everything you continue to contribute to our community.  Happy Veterans Day!