Brett Meek

Brett Meek serves as Chief Infrastructure Officer for Northwest Arkansas National Airport, bringing more than a decade of multidisciplinary experience in architecture, urban design, construction, and real estate development to the role. As a licensed architect and AEC industry leader, Brett has successfully directed complex, high-value projects across the commercial, institutional, aviation, and transportation sectors.

Prior to joining XNA, Brett held senior leadership roles at Baldwin & Shell Construction and Green Circle Projects, where he oversaw large-scale planning, design, and construction activities, leveraging his multidisciplinary experience to effectively lead cross-functional project teams. Most recently, he managed the construction of the Heartland Whole Health Institute on the grounds of Crystal Bridges in Bentonville, AR.

Brett holds a Master of Urban Design from the University of Colorado Denver and a Bachelor of Architecture from Oklahoma State University. His work has been recognized with several professional honors, including the AIA Colorado Award of Merit for Planning & Urban Design, the AIA Arkansas Honor Award, and the Denver Mayor’s Design Award. Brett also serves as a member of the board of Downtown Bentonville Incorporated.

As Chief Infrastructure Officer, Brett leads infrastructure strategy, planning, and execution for the airport, aligning capital improvements with the region’s dynamic growth and the airport’s long-term vision.