15 Dec 2021

2021 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40: Anthony W. Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Airport Minority Advisory Council

Anthony W. Barnes is the Chief Operating Officer at the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC), which is the only trade association dedicated to increasing diversity in airport contracting and employment. “My passion lies in creating a social impact, which led me to the only aviation trade organization focused on promoting women and minorities in an industry where they are underrepresented,” said Barnes. Before serving as AMAC’s chief operating officer, he served as AMAC’s business development and membership director. In addition … Read More
11 Nov 2021

AMAC Praises the Passing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal as a Monumental Opportunity for Minorities and Women to Receive Equity Through This Investment in U.S. Airports

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Chermaina Roundtree croundtree@amac-org.com Washington, DC (November 10, 2021)—The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) issued the following statement on the passing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal: “This historic and highly-anticipated investment into our nation’s infrastructure, particularly airports, marks a monumental opportunity to fuel AMAC’s mission of advancing the full participation of minorities and women in employment and contracting opportunities throughout the aviation and aerospace industries. AMAC is diligently working on behalf of our diverse membership through … Read More
6 Oct 2021

AMAC Announces Eboni Wimbush as Its Next President & CEO

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Ricky Smith, AMAC rsmith@amac-org.com Washington, DC (October 6, 2021)—After a prolonged national search and vetting process, the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) is proud to announce Eboni Wimbush as its President & CEO. She will begin her new role at the end of this month. “I am honored to be selected as AMAC’s next President & CEO at such a pivotal moment in history. The organization connects my early passion, interest and education in aviation … 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

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