San Diego International Airport and Asian Business Association: ACDBE Workshop & Reception

San Diego International Airport (SAN) and the Asian Business Association invite small businesses, vendors, and suppliers to learn how to access real contracting and concession opportunities at the airport.

If you’ve ever wondered how businesses get inside the airport – this is your roadmap.

  • Learn the program: We’ll walk you through the program and explain how the process works – from certification pathways to vendor intake, delivery logistics, and purchasing structures.
  • Meet the requirements: You’ll be guided through our eligibility criteria and certification steps.
  • Discover Opportunities: We’ll highlight opportunities and upcoming solicitations so you can begin preparing now.
  • Build Connections: Get connected with airport business development representatives and start building relationships.
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Date

Mar 18 2026

Time

Eastern Time
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

More Info

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Location

Asian Business Association of San Diego
7675 Dagget St #340, San Diego, CA 92111, USA

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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

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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.

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