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1:00pm CDT

Industry Breakout 5: Airport Concessions: Selection, Costs, Certifications, and More

Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Are you interested in operating as a concessionaire at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)? Curious on what it takes to be a concessionaire and if your business qualifies as an Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE)? This session will equip you with an overview of what it means to be a concessionaire, provide an overview of the ACDBE Program and understand future concession opportunities. Most importantly, attendees will receive details on the rewards, risks, and nuances of operating at the world class AUS airport!

Speakers

Jolene Cochran

SMBR Program Manager, Small and Minority Business Resources

With over 20 years of experience in contract compliance, Jolene Cochran is an experienced leader dedicated to equity opportunities for small businesses for the City of Austin. Currently, she serves as the SMBR Program Manager for the Small & Minority Business Resources Department... Read More →

John Gallo

Commercial Management Division Manager, Department of Aviation - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

I have 20 years of experience in Airport Mangement with the last 12 years focused on Commerical Management and Development. From 2005-2013 I worked at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston for 8 years as an Operations Manager. From 2013-2021 I worked at the San Antonio International... Read More →

SBCC Airport and ACDBE Presentation pdf

Wednesday September 25, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room 5: Palmer Event Center 2nd Floor