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April 2026

AMAC Denver Chapter Women’s History Month Panel – Rooted & Rising

Join the AMAC Denver Chapter and AvAirPros for an inspiring Women’s History Month panel celebrating women who are building powerful careers and women owners building successful companies – all while leading authentically. This dynamic conversation will feature accomplished leaders who are advancing in their professions, launching and growing businesses and creating meaningful impact in their industries and communities. Our panelists will share honest insights on navigating challenges, defining success on their own terms and staying grounded in their values as … Read More
01 Apr
4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Savoy Denver
2700 Arapahoe Street Denver, CO 80205

AMAC Emerging Leaders Cocktails & Conversations

The 2026 AMAC Emerging Leaders Cocktails & Conversations (C&C) program centers on the evolving theme “Smarter, Better, Faster, Stronger,” with each event amplifying and building onto each element. Join us for our first-quarter C&C, focusing on becoming SMARTER and emphasizing deep self‑awareness as the foundation for improvement. Open discussion will lead you through an honest assessment of personal habits, strengths, and blind spots, while exploring systems that enhance efficiency and clarity. Discussion topics will also introduce frameworks such as DiSC … Read More
09 Apr
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Online Event

Compliance in Action: Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Contract Compliance

The Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Contract Compliance (OCC) will be hosting an informative session covering everything you need to know about contract compliance with the City of Atlanta. Whether you are a prime contractor, subcontractor, or exploring future opportunities, this session will: Walk through the fundamentals of City contracting, compliance expectations, reporting requirements, use of the SDMS system and key processes for success Gain practical insights to strengthen readiness and performance Avoid common pitfalls that can impact compliance and competitiveness … Read More
14 Apr
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta City Hall
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303

Ep.21 – AMAC 360: Texas Big—McLaughlin Leads DFW Through Significant Terminal Upgrades

In April 2025, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) announced that Chris McLaughlin would be its next CEO. Thankfully, McLaughlin—barely a year into his tenure—is no stranger to DFW or the aviation industry. His experience in the private and public sectors is now applied to running one of the busiest airports in the world, and a major economic engine and contributor to North Texas. It also means using that experience to lead several Texas-sized projects. DFW is undergoing renovations, expansions … Read More
17 Apr
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online Event

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Concession Industry Day

Explore food & retail concession opportunities at AUS with airport insights & networking for local/small businesses & industry operators. The event will begin with a presentation covering key airport information, what it’s like to do business at AUS, and future concession opportunities. Following the presentation, attendees are invited to continue the conversation during an informal networking session.
22 Apr
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Long Center for the Performing Arts
701 West Riverside Drive Mezzanine Level Austin, TX 78704

2026 CRMSDC MBE Input Committee Annual Breakfast

Thrilled to host the Annual MBE Input Committee Breakfast, a standout experience connecting leaders and positioning businesses to scale! The CRMSDC Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee (MBEIC) Annual Breakfast is where the Capital Region’s supplier diversity community comes together—corporate leaders, procurement decision-makers, certified MBEs, and small businesses all in one room, building relationships that continue long after the program ends. This year, we’re gathering under a theme that reflects exactly where we are right now: STANDING STRONG: Steady. Certain. Forward. … Read More
23 Apr
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Micro Strategy
1850 Towers Crescent Plaza Tysons Corner, VA 22182

AMAC Legends & Leapers: April 2026

AMAC Legends & Leapers is a virtual conversation series featuring an aviation industry legend and leaper. Coming Soon Moderators Lauryn Mangum Reed is the Executive Vice President for TMG Hospitality USA, the Phoenix-based parent company, comprised of LAM Holdings, TMG Services, PMCS, and TMG Development; Award-winning Food and Beverage and Retail operations within airports, real estate and land development Lauryn is also the owner of Lauryn Ashley Management and Consulting, a boutique company that lends its expertise to individuals and … Read More
29 Apr
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Online Event

AMAC Airport Leadership Collective Fireside Chat

The AMAC ALC Fireside Chat series continues to support women in navigating their careers and providing recommendations for elevating their careers to senior-level opportunities within the aviation industry. Moderator Karen W. Ellis, Assistant General Manager – Customer Experience, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Karen W. Ellis serves as the Assistant General Manager – Chief Customer Experience Officer for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. She has returned to the World’s Busiest Airport, the Most Efficient Airport, and the 2024 Best Airport in North … Read More
30 Apr
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Judges

Each Runway to Success Competition will feature a judging panel composed of industry executives and business owners with expertise across the airport, aviation and transportation sectors, including operations, procurement and supplier management.

The final pitch competition, held at the AMAC Airport Business Conference, will feature a VIP panel of leaders from the largest airport food and retail operators in North America who possess the authority to extend a business offer.

Suppliers

Supplier applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Suppliers of Goods and Services Positioned to Support Growth, Innovation or Customer Experience in the Aviation Industry

  • Suppliers Offering Strategic, Innovative or Scalable Solutions

  • Must Be Registered as a Legal Business Entity and in Good Standing

  • At Least 51% Minority- or Woman-Owned

  • Able to Clearly Articulate the Value of Their Product or Service in a Short Pitch Format

  • Must Be Available to Attend the Live Pitch Event

  • Must Not Currently Have or Be In the Process of Establishing an Agreement With Any Operators or Airport Concessionaires

HOSTS

AMAC is accepting applications from partners to host one of the eight (8) first-round Runway to Success Supplier Pitch Competitions.

Hosting a first-round competition is critical to the overall Runway to Success Supplier Competition. Each host site serves as a gateway for local and regional entrepreneurs, small businesses and ACDBEs to access AMAC’s national platform and connect to contracting and partnership opportunities.