Georgia Ports Authority Announces Leadership Transition Plan with Kevin Price

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has announced a structured leadership transition that positions longtime industry executive Kevin Price as the organization’s next President and, ultimately, its next CEO.

Effective July 1, 2026, Price will join GPA as President, reporting to current President and CEO Griff Lynch, with a planned transition to President and CEO in mid-2027. The move reflects a deliberate succession strategy designed to ensure continuity, operational stability, and sustained growth for Georgia’s ports.

Price brings more than 30 years of terminal and maritime operations experience. He currently serves as President of Gateway Terminals in Savannah and previously held the role of Chief Operating Officer at Virginia International Terminals. His background includes deep operational expertise, strong industry relationships, and a proven record of managing large-scale terminal operations.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp praised the transition plan, noting that Georgia’s ports have been a major driver of statewide economic growth. GPA Chairman Alec Poitevint emphasized Price’s hands-on leadership style and his understanding of Georgia’s port operations and customer-focused business model.

Lynch described the appointment as a strategic strengthening of the organization, stating that he and Price will work closely over the next 18 months to ensure a seamless leadership transition.

As Georgia’s ports continue expanding capacity, investing in infrastructure, and supporting the state’s trade-driven business community, this transition underscores GPA’s long-term planning and commitment to operational excellence.