The Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) and the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) present AMAC’s 2018 34th Annual Airport Business Diversity Conference: Inspiring Possibilities at the Westin Seattle from August 21 - 25, 2018.
AMAC's Annual Airport Business Diversity Conference continues to bring together nearly 1,000 businesses, aviation professionals, government officials and individuals from around the country to discuss a variety of subjects ranging from how to do business at airports to public policy issues impacting the entire aviation industry. This highly acclaimed conference is the premier aviation industry event of the year – serving as a hub for education, advocacy and networking opportunities that promote diversity and inclusion in airports.
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Shannetta Griffin
National Conference Chair, Columbus Regional Airport Authority
Shannetta Griffin, P.E., is the Chief Development Officer of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CAA). Ms. Griffin oversees the Development division which manages the planning, design and construction of all facilities at the John Glenn International, Rickenbacker International and Bolton Field airports owned and operated by CRAA.
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Dawn Hunter
Local Conference Chair,
Port of Seattle
As Senior Manager, Airport Dining and Retail for the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Ms. Hunter maximizes non-aeronautical revenue; providing an exceptional customer experience for the travelling public; ensuring quality operations of existing businesses; and supporting through the development of new leasing opportunities.
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Luis Navarro
Local Conference Chair,
Port of Seattle
Luis Navarro is Director of Social Responsibility for the Port of Seattle. Previously, he worked in aviation for more than 25 years in finance, real estate and procurement, working for domestic and international airlines in Costa Rica, Cayman Islands, Mexico and the US, and as real estate manager at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
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Whether you are a skilled or an emerging leader, there will be something for everyone!
- Aviation, airport and transportation executives
- Aviation, airport and transportation emerging leaders
- Industry consultants and engineers
- Marketing and business professionals
- Concessions and revenue team members
- Project managers and change agents
- Other aviation industry professionals
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Major General Harold “Mitch” Mitchell
U.S. Air Force
Major General Harold “Mitch” Mitchell is Deputy Inspector General of the Air Force, Office of the Secretary of the Air Force. He assists the Inspector General in the performance of all responsibilities of the Office of the Inspector General.
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Rexy Rolle
Western Air
Sherrexcia “Rexy” Rolle serves as Vice President of Operations & General Counsel at Western Air, the largest privately-owned airline in The Bahamas. At 29 years old, Rolle has already made waves by expanding her family’s airline business.
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*All key events are included in full conference registration or through sponsorship packages unless otherwise noted.*
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August 21, 2018 | 9 am – 4 pm
@ Raisbeck Aviation High School & The Museum of Flight
Students are invited to join AMAC and the Port of Seattle for a day of learning about careers and pathways in the aviation industry! To register a student for this event click
here.
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Bill Walker Memorial Golf Tournament
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August 22, 2018 | 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
@ Willows Run Golf Complex
This annual golf tournament benefits the AMAC Foundation's Scholarship program. A golf sponsorship or ticket is required to attend this event.
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The Art of Making your Flight Connections – Business Matchmaking
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August 22, 2018 | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
This event matches Airports/Primes/ Government to M/W/S/DBE/ACDBEs, fostering an environment to create a mutually beneficial relationship for both parties to succeed and prosper. Now is the time to claim your piece of business in the expanding aviation industry.
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Welcome to Seattle Reception
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August 22, 2018 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
@ Port of Seattle
Kickoff your conference experience in the heart of Seattle at the Port. Enjoy food, drinks and get exclusive access to network with conference attendees.
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Celebrating Women in Aviation Breakfast
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August 23, 2018 | 7:30 am – 9:00 am
@ The Westin Seattle
This unique breakfast highlights the personal and professional experiences of women leaders in the aviation industry. Proceeds benefit the AMAC Foundation. A ticket is required to attend this event.
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August 23
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24, 2018 | 7:30 am
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3:30 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
The Exhibit Hall offers attendees the opportunity to explore the breadth and depth of airport concessions, construction companies, products and services; and the tools and technologies available in today's airports.
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State of the Industry Panel Discussion
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August 23, 2018 | 9:15 am – 10:00 am
@ The Westin Seattle
This forum is designed to provide an opportunity to hear about the future of airports and the aviation industry from the some of our nation’s key aviation leaders.
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Airport Director’s 20/20 Vision Forum
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August 23, 2018 | 10:15 am – 11:00 am
@ The Westin Seattle
This “talk show” format workshop provides a relaxed environment for a diverse group of Directors to candidly express their opinions and engage in dynamic discussions on PFC increases, Public Private Partnerships, private development of terminals, concessions pricing models and more!
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Inspiring Possibilities
Scholarship Luncheon
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August 23, 2018 | 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
This annual luncheon brings scholarship donors and their respective student recipients together to honor the generosity of donors and celebrates students’ academic achievements. The event offers students an opportunity to say, ‘thank you’ and to discuss their academic and career aspirations to attendees.
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August 23, 2018 | 6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
Conference attendees will gain exclusive access to preview a taste of the 2019 conference and are the first to learn about the upcoming host airport and city prior to the information being openly shared with the public.
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August 24, 2018 | 12:00 pm
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12:30 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
Hear from AMAC President & CEO, Krystal J. Brumfield about the status of AMAC, current triumphs and future goals and priorities for the coming year.
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August 24, 2018 | 12:45 pm
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12:30 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
The AMAC Catalyst Awards honor members who have made outstanding contributions to further the goals of AMAC. All AMAC members are invited to nominate individuals or organizations. Winners will be honored during the luncheon.
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August 21 and August 22, 2018 | 8:30 am
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4:30 pm
@ The Westin Seattle
Day 1 – DBE/ACDBE Certifiers Training covers ins and outs of DBE and ACDBE certification, including details of applying basic requirements of group membership, ownership, control, independence, site visits, the denial letter, etc., and expanded financial analysis (PNW, tax forms, business structures, case studies).
Day 2 – DBE/ACDBE Program Administrators and Procurement Professionals Training, covers all the detailed essentials of 49 CFR Part 26 and Part 23 needed by the hands-on Program Administrator, from understanding the administrative plan document, goal-setting, good faith efforts reviews, contract assurances, DBE/ACDBE reports, monitoring, concessions cash flow, and joint venture reviews.
When
registering you may choose to register ONLY for the pre-conference training (1 or 2 days). This training serves DBELOs, certifiers and other professionals working within the field of DBE program administration.
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