27 Feb 2025

Ricky Smith AMAC Board of Directors Chair Appointed to General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

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 … Read More
24 Jan 2025

Coalition Seeks to Defend Lifeline for Transportation Businesses Owned by Women and People of Color

AMAC, as part of a coalition, moves to intervene in the Mid-America Milling Company v. the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) case to vigorously defend the constitutionality of the DBE program, ensuring its continued role in advancing economic opportunity and fairness in federally funded contracting. Press Release: https://democracyforward.org/updates/coalition-seeks-to-defend-lifeline-for-transportation-businesses-owned-by-women-and-people-of-color
22 Jan 2025

Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) Condemns Trump Administration Executive Orders Dismantling DEI Programs and Opposes Rollback of Equity Efforts

Washington, DC (January 22, 2025) — The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) strongly condemns the recent executive orders issued by President Donald Trump: “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” and “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing.” These actions represent a significant step backward in the fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across federal agencies, contractors, and the private sector. These executive orders mandate the elimination of DEI programs, the closure of equity-focused offices, and the … Read More
18 Nov 2024

2024 AMAC Board of Directors Appointments

WASHINGTON, DC (November 18, 2024) — The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is pleased to announce recent appointments to the 2024 AMAC Board of Directors. At-Large Directors Karen Ellis, Airport Assistant General Manager – Chief Customer Experience Officer, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Chair, AMAC Event Planning Committee Nikki T. Harland, Chief Operating Officer, Paradies Lagardère Justina Mann, President & Managing Principal, Blue Ink Group Chair, AMAC Chapters Development Committee Gonzalo de la Melena Jr., Founder & CEO, Emerging Airport Ventures … Read More
15 Nov 2024

AMAC Forward: Preparing for Incoming Administration Changes

The stakes are higher than ever before. AMAC’s existence is more critical as we relentlessly pursue our mission of advancing the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries. With the 2024 Presidential Election results, we anticipate the landscape of aviation and aerospace to continue to evolve, and we are more committed to ensuring that individuals and companies from diverse backgrounds have equal access to opportunities for advancement, growth, and success. As a … Read More
5 Nov 2024

AMAC, ATL and MBDA Announce Historic Partnership to Support Minority Business Growth

ATLANTA, GA (November 2, 2024) — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is pleased to announce a landmark partnership between the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU was signed Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Georgia World Congress Center during the National Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. This partnership signifies a collaborative commitment to empower minority-owned businesses within the aviation industry and … Read More
2 Nov 2024

Enterprise Mobility Continues Critical Support with $30,000 Grant to the AMAC Foundation, Surpassing $130,000 in Total Contributions

Washington, DC (November 4, 2024) – The AMAC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC), is thrilled to announce a $30,000 grant from Enterprise Mobility, marking another year of invaluable support for its mission. This recent contribution brings Enterprise Mobility’s cumulative giving to over $130,000, showcasing their unwavering commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the aviation industry. This ongoing support strengthens the AMAC Foundation’s ability to expand its impact through scholarships, mentorships, and career … Read More

18 Oct 2024

AMAC Statement on the Mid-America Milling Company v. U.S. Department of Transportation Case

WASHINGTON, DC (October 18, 2024) – The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) issued the following statement on the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky’s issued opinion in the case filed against the U.S. Department of Transportation by Mid-America Milling Company, LLC and Bagshaw Trucking, Inc. “The Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky issued a narrow preliminary injunction suspending the use of race and gender in the case filed by Mid-America Milling Company, LLC, and … Read More
9 Oct 2024

Recap: Inaugural She SOARS — Women in Aviation Summit

Thank you for participating in and supporting the inaugural She SOARS—Women in Aviation Summit. Nearly 50 speakers and over 300 attendees in the aviation industry, including mid- and upper-management professionals, HR leaders, airport governing authorities, government officials and industry association leaders, convened to focus on women’s multifaceted advantages in the workplace, career growth, professional development, and well-being of the mind and soul. You can access the event photos and program guide. The summit was a resounding success. It brought together … Read More
4 Oct 2024

Senator Warnock Addresses AMAC Members During Historic Induction of Atlanta Board

“We’re great because of our diversity.” ATLANTA, GA  – In a historic and powerful ceremony, the City of Atlanta witnessed a defining moment in its aviation history. The induction of the founding board of the Atlanta Chapter of the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) was marked by grandeur and purpose, underscored by the commitment to uphold the legacy of former Atlanta mayor, Maynard H. Jackson, Jr. The event was made even more significant by the presence of a U.S. Senator … 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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