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NEW! AMAC Recording Available:
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AMAC Legends & Leapers: March 2024 ft. Andrea Albo, Deputy Chief of Staff for Denver International Airport, and Najla Haywood, Vice President & Communications Director for FDY, INC.
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Registration Is Open & Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available!
39th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference
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In partnership with Nashville International Airport, we present the 39th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference from August 3–7, 2024, in Nashville, TN. This conference connects over 1,300 businesses, aviation professionals, government officials and individuals from around the country to discuss various subjects ranging from how to do business at airports to public policy issues impacting the entire aviation industry. Register to attend or stand out from the crowd by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor at the premier aviation industry event—a hub for education, advocacy and networking that promotes equity for women and minorities in aviation and aerospace industries—all in one location. | |
Recap: 2024 AMAC Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum | |
The AMAC Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum is a crucial platform for our members to convene annually in the nation's capital. This gathering is not just a mere event but a significant opportunity for us to engage with lawmakers and address our economic challenges. Headlines reflect the ongoing struggle to protect policies that safeguard the interests of working Americans. With the recent overturn of affirmative action protections, the time is ripe for us to unite and influence lawmakers to uphold and enhance programs like the ACDBE program. These initiatives are instrumental in ensuring the full employment of entire communities, particularly by facilitating the participation of small and disadvantaged businesses in the aviation and aerospace industry. Read the forum recap for more insights and watch U.S. Department of Secretary of Transportation Buttigieg's welcome remarks. | |
AMAC, Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center and Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs Partner to Increase Learning Opportunities & Facilitate Capacity Building for Future Minority and Women-Owned Airport Concessionaires | |
AMAC is partnering with Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center and Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE) to pilot AMAC’s new Business Capacity Accelerator Program. The initiative will increase training opportunities and capacity-building for minority and women-owned business enterprises interested in launching airport concessions. The partnership is being managed by the Morehouse Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (MIEC), a global model in higher education and industry collaboration that provides programs and services focused on helping Black businesses to grow and thrive. MIEC is grounded in the Morehouse legacy of producing leaders committed to service, diversity, inclusion and equity. Its programs have helped participants to create 823 jobs, secure 363 new contracts and experience $82 million in revenue growth. Apply by April 9, 2024. | |
AMAC and ReachTV Partner to Expand Existing and New Content Celebrating Industry Businesses and Executives | |
“Lynnwood Bibbens and ReachTV have long been members and supporters of AMAC and our mission. We’re excited to turn this working relationship into a creative partnership,” said Eboni Wimbush, President & CEO of AMAC. “The AMAC team looks forward to leveraging ReachTV’s platform, especially its Ticket to Success program, to share the untold stories of AMAC’s diverse membership. AMAC will also utilize this partnership to help execute the pillars of our Strategic Plan by amplifying AMAC, its members and our dual impact on the aviation industry, the U.S. economy and the local communities that we serve.” Read more in the press release. | |
AMAC Statement on Nuziard v. MBDA Ruling | |
The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) issued the following statement on the recent Nuziard v. MBDA Ruling. "AMAC stands proudly with our partner MBDA as it explores its options in this case. AMAC will continue to relentlessly pursue our mission of advancing the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries. As an open letter to business leaders shared, “We call on CEOs in the aerospace and aviation industries to maintain and expand their diversity initiatives. A critical part of the ecosystem is minority- and women-owned businesses that support infrastructure growth and accelerate local economic development and American global competitiveness. As we face challenges, it is imperative that we advance policies and practices that ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities. Together, we are building a legacy of inclusivity and strength that will benefit future generations.”—Eboni Wimbush, AMAC President & CEO | |
AMAC leadership is headed to Dallas from April 1–4, 2024 for the Airport Experience News (AXN) Conference! Be sure to check out the conference agenda to hear from AMAC leadership on various panels. | |
AMAC Members: Post RFPS and Jobs to the AMAC Opportunity Center | |
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View these Opportunities and More in the AMAC Opportunity Center! | | | |
Grammy Swag Bag Features Sleep Items From Houston Black-Owned Businesses | A collaboration between Houston Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs brought a box of healthy sleeping lifestyle products to a popular award show — the Grammys. Khaliah O. Guillory, Nap Bar CEO and Founder was one of the many business owners whose products were part of the swag bag at the 2024 Grammys Gifting Lounge in February. Check out Khaliah's interview during the 38th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference. | |
DEN Exceeds Goals for Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprises | |
Denver International Airport (DEN) announced that its Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBE) revenue goals were exceeded for Fiscal Year 2023. Specifically, the ACDBE Rental Car achievement was 7.87% or 6.17% above the goal, and the ACDBE Non-Rental Car achievement was 38.96% or 11.36% above the goal. | |
PANYNJ, the New Terminal One and URW Airports Launch Commercial Program for a New World-Class Global Terminal at JFK | |
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), The New Terminal One (NTO) and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports launched the commercial program for the privately funded $9.5 billion all-international terminal scheduled to open in 2026 as part of the $19 billion transformation of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York. The commercial vision will converge beloved New York City favorites, global powerhouse brands, engaging guest experiences and thoughtful amenities under one spectacular roof. | |
DEN Business Development Training Academy: Concessions 101 | |
DEN created the Business Development Training Academy (BDTA) Concessions 101 to support small businesses interested in pursuing food & beverage and retail concessionaire opportunities at DEN by providing training, resources and support at various stages of the business’s growth. The pilot program for BDTA Concessions 101 (entry-level) is now accepting applications through April 12, 2024. | |
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$110 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports
FAA is awarding another $110 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to over 70 airports across the U.S. for projects that increase safety and expand capacity.
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FAA Careers That Are Out Of This World
Rachita Puri, an aerospace engineer in the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation, shares how a job fair at her university led her to the FAA, where she enjoys a fulfilling career ensuring public safety during rocket launches and reentries.
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$20 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Modernize 20 Small and Regional Airport Traffic Control Towers Across the U.S.
FAA is awarding $20 million to 20 airport-owned traffic control towers in 17 states. The funding will be used to upgrade existing control towers or build new ones.
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