27 Feb 2024

MEDIA ADVISORY: Aviation/Airport Industry Leaders to Sign the Equity in Infrastructure Project Pledge During the 2024 AMAC Economic Opportunity & Policy Forum

WHAT: The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC), Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport (BWI) and Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) leadership will sign the EIP Pledge on Thursday, March 14, 2024, during the AMAC Economic Opportunity and Policy Forum. WHO: Phil Washington, Denver International Airport CEO/Equity in Infrastructure Project Co-Founder; John Porcari, Former U.S. Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary/Equity in Infrastructure Project Co-Founder; Ricky Smith, AMAC Board of Directors Chair / Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport CEO and Eboni Wimbush, … Read More
8 Feb 2024

Business Leaders Urge Fortune 500 CEOs to Maintain and Expand Business Diversity Initiatives for the Good of Bottom Lines and the Economy

In an open letter to CEOs of the country’s largest businesses, leading business advocacy organizations cite evidence of the value of business diversity and say that opposition to diversity initiatives comes from an ideologically motivated minority that is out of step with the view of most executives, most customers, and the public at large. Washington, DC (February 8, 2024)—A dozen influential business leaders, including Eboni Wimbush, AMAC President & CEO, sent an open letter to Fortune 500 CEOs urging them … Read More
30 Jan 2024

AMAC and Lendistry Partner to Provide Minority and Women-Owned Small Businesses with Airport Concessions Lending Opportunities

Washington, DC (January 30, 2024)—The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) has partnered with Lendistry, a minority-led small business lender and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender, to provide a unique Airport Concession Lending Program to AMAC’s diverse membership of minority and women-owned small businesses. “AMAC’s mission is to advance the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries. The predominant challenge small businesses face is access to capital. We are excited … Read More
26 Jan 2024

Just Released! AMAC 2024–2027 Strategic Plan

Click Here to Read the 2024–2027 AMAC Strategic Plan   BACKGROUND For AMAC’s 40th anniversary, the organization embarked on a strategic planning process to advance its vision of creating economic equity, access and wealth for minorities and women in the aviation and aerospace industries. In light of increasing legislative and social disruptors, AMAC’s mission is more important than ever to preserve, defend and grow opportunities for its stakeholders. PROCESS AMAC engaged consultants in the Fall of 2022 to conduct comprehensive … Read More
10 Jan 2024

RFI: AMAC Executive Search Firm Partner

The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is interested in providing executive search services to connect minorities and women to leadership, management, and professional roles within the aviation industry. To further this potential endeavor, AMAC seeks to determine the interest and qualifications of established firms in a revenue-sharing agreement for executive search and recruiting services. The (RFI) is being issued for information and planning purposes to identify potential partners. Please review the AMAC Executive Search RFI in detail. We look forward … Read More
9 Jan 2024

2023 Year in Review: Our Top Achievements

  AMAC increased membership by 44% through new members and renewals. Nearly 4,000 individuals participated in AMAC’s events throughout the year. AMAC launched a new member portal to provide improved navigation and expanded functionality for AMAC members. AMAC hired Andre Titus as the Senior Manager of Programs & Operations. The AMAC Government Affairs Committee submitted comments on behalf of AMAC members for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act, a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and aviation safety and infrastructure … Read More
13 Dec 2023

Celebrating Success at AMAC Chicago’s Concessions Connect Event

AMAC Chicago recently hosted a successful Concessions Connection networking event. AMAC Chicago Chapter President, Dorine Litman, shared: “Our AMAC community has once again proven that when we come together, remarkable things can happen. The turnout at our Concessions Connect event was nothing short of spectacular! It’s a testament to the strength of our network, our commitment to diversity, and the endless possibilities that await our Chapter members in Chicago. At AMAC Chicago, we don’t just talk about fostering connections; we make … Read More
13 Dec 2023

AMAC Denver VIP Panel Discussion

In a dynamic exploration of the future of aviation at Denver International Airport (DEN), the recent AMAC Denver VIP Panel Discussion proved to be a resounding success. The discussion’s focal point was addressing the gap between DEN and key stakeholders, with a strategic focus on achieving projected growth through the collaboration of capable small and large primes via diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The panelists delved into innovative approaches to fill this void, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in … Read More
7 Dec 2023

WTS Philadelphia Breaking Barriers for Women in Aviation

On December 5, 2023, WTS Philadelphia hosted our final program of the year: Breaking Barriers for Women in Aviation. Over 120 people from across the country tuned into this virtual event, which featured a presentation on the Women in Aviation Advisory Board (WIAAB) 2022 report and a compelling panel discussion with accomplished aviation professionals, shedding light on their remarkable careers and the efforts they are making to inspire underrepresented individuals in the field. This event featured a presentation on the … Read More
28 Nov 2023

AMAC Los Angeles Business Diversity Event

Last month the AMAC Los Angeles Chapter celebrated its Inaugural AMAC Los Angeles Business Diversity Event and ceremonial ribbon cutting in partnership with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports—powered by the URW Advanced Network. The event program focused on growing opportunities for minority businesses throughout Southern California. From aspiring entrepreneurs to seasoned professionals and local officials, this event offered a platform for connecting with a wide array of individuals across different sectors within the aviation industry. 🤝 … Read More

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