We are pleased to share the official slate of candidates for the 2026 AMAC Board of Directors.
This group of leaders reflects the strength and expertise of our membership and represents a continued commitment to advancing AMAC’s mission of advancing the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries.
2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS SLATE OF CANDIDATES
CHAIR
- Ricky Smith, General Manager, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
SECOND VICE-CHAIR
- Marlene Coleman, Director, Strategic Alliance, Areas USA
- Shelia Hudson, CEO, Hudson and Associates
- Perry Miller, President & CEO, Richmond International Airport
EASTERN REGIONAL DIRECTOR
- Robin Gibson, Director, External Affairs & Partner Relations, Fraport USA
SOUTHEAST REGIONAL DIRECTOR
- Thiane Carter, Director, Small Business Programs, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority
- Brian Smith, President, Smith Engineering and Associates, LLC
SOUTHWEST REGIONAL DIRECTOR
- Bridget Biagas, Vice President, Business Development, Hudson by Avolta
- James Goodwille Pierre, Managing Member, The Pierre Firm PLLC
WESTERN REGIONAL DIRECTOR
- Michael Washington, CEO, CATO Hospitality Group
AT-LARGE DIRECTOR
- Denise Bailey, Principal, Bailey White Solutions
- Tosin Kasali, Vice President, Business Development, HMSHost by Avolta
- Spencer Shaw, Executive Vice President, United Concessions Group
- Isela Toledo, Director, Business Opportunities, Ontario International Airport
- Tony Tyler, CEO, Tyler Communications
In accordance with AMAC’s bylaws, this slate has been reviewed and recommended by the AMAC Nominations and Committee following a comprehensive and transparent selection process.
Voting details and next steps will be shared in the near future. We encourage all eligible members to participate in this important process and make your voice heard in shaping the future of our organization.
Please join us in congratulating the candidates for their willingness to serve and for their ongoing dedication to AMAC. If you have questions regarding the slate or the election process, please reach out to info@amac-org.com.