25 Jun 2021

AMAC Member Success Story: Charles Aguirre, CEP, Managing Member, Aguirre Project Resources

In 2015, Charles founded Aguirre Project Resources (APR) as a professional services practice with a corporate base in the Dallas Fort Worth metropolitan area and support offices in Houston, San Antonio, Atlanta and Washington, DC. Charles is a Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) with over three decades of experience in the industry working on multi-million and multi-billion-dollar programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. His passion is providing clients—in particular owners, agencies and developers—with a sense of confidence and trust … Read More
22 Jun 2021

American DBE Magazine Spring 2021 Issue

American DBE Magazine recently published its Spring 2021 Issue, which features an article spread on how AMAC stepped up to support airport industry firms endure the COVID-19 pandemic impacts. This issue also features a story on the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs with Chair H. Jerome Russell Jr. and CEO James “Jay” Bailey and its promising impact on minority businesses. Other feature stories include: SANDAG’s success in increasing opportunities for DBEs in transit projects; Hensel Phelps’ Head Start Bonding Program … Read More
16 Jun 2021

AMAC Announces New Elected Board Leadership

Washington, DC (June 16, 2021)—The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) announced newly elected AMAC Board of Directors leadership at the AMAC Business Meeting & Election Ratification on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 1:00 pm–2:30 pm EDT during the 36th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference: Honoring the Legacy, Perfecting the Present & Building for the Future—a virtual event hosted by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. “We are excited to welcome new members to the AMAC Board of Directors who will bring diverse expertise … Read More
15 Jun 2021

2021 AMAC Catalyst Awards Honorees

WASHINGTON, DC (June 15, 2021)—The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) announced the honorees of the 2021 AMAC Catalyst Awards on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 4:30 pm–5:15 pm EDT during the 36th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference: Honoring the Legacy, Perfecting the Present & Building for the Future—a virtual event hosted by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. 2021 AMAC Catalyst Awards Honorees AMAC Advocate of the Year Award Courtney Thornton, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Business Development, Hudson Group … Read More
14 May 2021

Small & Minority Businesses Invited to Launch Pad BWI 2021

Small and minority businesses in the Maryland/Washington D.C. area are invited to explore an opportunity to start a retail or food & beverage business at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Launch Pad is an “internship” program that provides an opportunity for business owners to participate in the airport’s retail program for a limited time. Entrepreneurs have access to operating a business with a low investment, business resources, and training. Piloted in 2017, Launch Pad has welcomed area businesses like Fran’s … Read More
21 Apr 2021

#AMAC2021 Exhibit, Registration and Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available!

The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) present the 36th Annual AMAC Airport Business Diversity Conference: Honoring the Legacy, Perfecting the Present & Building for the Future from June 14–16, 2021—a virtual conference. AMAC’s Annual Airport Business Diversity Conference goes virtual in June 2021! This virtual experience will be hosted by ATL and will continue to be the driving force of diversity and eliminating barriers for minorities and women in the aviation industry. Our premier … Read More
8 Apr 2021

Alicia M. Ivey of Goldbergs Concessions Corporation, Dwight H. Pullen, Jr. of DPR Construction and Michael E. Washington of Palazzo Concessions Join the AMAC Board of Directors

Washington, DC (April 8, 2021)—The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is pleased to announce the following appointments to the AMAC Board of Directors: Alicia M. Ivey, President & CEO, Goldbergs Concessions Corporation; Dwight H. Pullen, Jr., National Core Market Leader, DPR Construction; and Michael E. Washington, President & Co-Owner, Palazzo Concessions. “We are pleased to welcome Alicia, Dwight and Michael to the AMAC Board of Directors”, said Ricky Smith, Chair, AMAC Board of Directors. “They join AMAC at a critical … Read More
21 Jan 2021

How Do You Set Goals?

How Do You Set Goals? By: Yolanda Woodruff, AMAC Member and Unison Retail Management Director of Retail Operations A New Year is always an exciting time for goal setting. A new year a new you, right? And we all know the fundamentals of goal setting and the right steps to take to set the right goals. What Are SMART goals? S (Specific or Significant) M (Measurable or Meaningful) A (Achievable or Action-Oriented) R (Realistic or Rewarding) T (Timely or Trackable) … Read More
9 Dec 2020

Charlene Reynolds Is the New Interim Aviation Director for the City of Phoenix

Congratulations to AMAC member Charlene Reynolds on her appointment as Interim Aviation Director for the City of Phoenix! Ms. Reynolds will oversee Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix-Deer Valley Municipal Airport and Phoenix Goodyear Airport! Ms. Reynolds has served the city for close to 20 years in a variety of positions. Charlene began her aviation career four years ago when she was asked to transfer from her role as Deputy Street Transportation Director to create the aviation department’s first Contracts and Services Division. Eleven … Read More

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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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