WASHINGTON, DC (February 27, 2025) — The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) congratulates Ricky Smith, AMAC Board of Directors Chair, on his appointment to General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Read the full press release.
“Congratulations to AMAC’s esteemed Board Chair Ricky Smith on this well-deserved recognition! Your leadership and commitment to excellence continue to set the standard in the aviation industry. Your dedication to innovation, expanding opportunities for small businesses and facilitating partnerships is truly inspiring. I look forward to seeing the continued impact of your work in your new role. Wishing you continued success,” said Eboni Wimbush, AMAC President & CEO.
Ricky has led several initiatives as Chair of the AMAC Board of Directors since 2020, including:
- Launch of AMAC Chapters in several cities across the United States (Atlanta, GA, Baltimore, MD/Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Los Angeles, CA and Portland, OR)
- Development of the 2024–2027 AMAC Strategic Plan
- Participation in the 2024 Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) Pledge Signing during the AMAC Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum
- Implementation of the “One AMAC” organizational brand identity and structure
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About the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC)
The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is the only national, non-profit trade association dedicated to advancing the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries. Since 1984, AMAC has been at the forefront of nearly every national policy initiative impacting the participation of disadvantaged businesses in airport contracting. AMAC works consistently with Congress, the federal government, aviation trade associations and strategic partners as resources for information, education and guidance on business and employment matters. AMAC represents a diverse membership of airports, corporations, minority, women-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises, and professionals within the aviation and aerospace industries. For more information, visit www.amac-org.com.
Media Contact:
Ramon Lo, AMAC
rlo@amac-org.com