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May 2026

Metro DC Hispanic Contractors Association OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training

The OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training Program provides comprehensive training on workplace safety and health standards, with an emphasis on hazard recognition and prevention. This course covers topics such as fall protection, electrical safety, scaffolding, and excavation hazards. Participants gain the knowledge needed to identify and reduce risks on construction sites. Upon successful completion, participants receive an OSHA 30-Hour card, demonstrating their commitment to safety and compliance. Trainings take place every Saturday starting May 23  to June 13. This course is … Read More
23 May - 13 Jun
8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Airport Dimensions & Airport Experience News Webinar: What do North American Travelers Really Value?

Join Airport Dimensions, in collaboration with Airport Experience News, for an exclusive AX26 webinar exploring how traveler expectations are reshaping the airport journey. Based on insights from the latest Airport Experience Study, this session will take a deep dive into North American traveler behavior, from how passengers spend their time and money to what defines value across the journey. Chris Gwilliam, Chief Growth Officer at Airport Dimensions, will share the key trends shaping the next phase of airport experience and … Read More
27 May
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online Event

AMAC Legends & Leapers: May 2026

AMAC Legends & Leapers is a virtual conversation series featuring an aviation industry legend and leaper. Legend Milan Patel is the President and Chief Executive Officer of OHM Concession Group, LLC (“OHM”), the leading independent airport food and beverage operator in the United States. With nearly three decades of industry experience, Milan has guided OHM’s evolution from a single restaurant at St. Louis Lambert International Airport into a national platform of 83 restaurants across 12 airports, supported by a team … Read More
27 May
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Online Event

DMV Women in Construction Collaborative 1-Year Anniversary Reception

Celebrate With Us. Join us as we celebrate one year of impact, community, and unstoppable progress. The DMV Women in Construction Collaborative’s 1-Year Anniversary Reception “Soaring Together: Building Pathways, Lifting Futures” brings together industry professionals, trailblazers, leaders, and advocates for an unforgettable early evening of connection, recognition, and inspiration at The Wharf Dockmaster in Washington, DC. Honoring the Women Who Build. This is more than a reception. It is a celebration of the women who show up every day, breaking barriers, … Read More
27 May
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Wharf Dockmaster Building
101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024

SF Small Business Summit

A FREE one-day summit on the strategies, tools and resources for supporting local businesses and strong neighborhood corridors. The SF Small Business Summit is a one-day summit bringing together small businesses, merchant associations, community organizations, and City leaders from across San Francisco. It highlights San Francisco’s vibrant economy where businesses can start, grow, and thrive, offering guidance on how to navigate and benefit from it. Attendees will walk away with fresh insights, new connections, and ideas to move their work … Read More
29 May
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
49 S Van Ness, San Francisco, CA 94103
49 S Van Ness, San Francisco, CA 94103

ONT Small Business Takeoff

The Ontario International Airport is hosting its first Small Business Takeoff. The ONT Small Business Takeoff is geared towards providing awareness to upcoming opportunities at Ontario International Airport. Join the ONT team for a specialized airport tour to show how small and local businesses, and a fireside chat with team members who work with and support small and local businesses daily! Event Highlights include: ONT Airport Tour Networking Opportunties ONT Leadership Fireside Chat Presentation of upcoming opportunities
29 May
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ontario International Airport
2180 E Avion St. Ontario, CA 91761
June 2026

EIP 2026: Playbook for a New Paradigm

Building from the Equity in Infrastructure Project’s Procurement for Prosperity Playbook, this event, part of BUILDIT’s annual Founder’s Day gathering, brings together public agencies and private firms committed to increasing contracting opportunities for small and historically underutilized businesses to deliver more competition and value. EIP Attendees will celebrate new signatories to the EIP pledge and operationalize playbook recommendations, focusing on POLICIES, PRACTICES, and PROGRAMS. SCHEDULE: 8:00 – 9:00 AM PT  | Advisory Council Gathering 9:00 – 10:00 AM PT | … Read More
04 Jun
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hyatt Regency
5 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA 94111

41st Annual AMAC Airport Business Conference

In partnership with Baltimore/Washington International Airport, we present the 41st Annual AMAC Airport Business Conference from June 10–14, 2026, in National Harbor, MD. The AMAC Airport Business Conference connects over 1,500 airports, businesses, decision-makers, thought leaders and government officials to explore cutting-edge trends, strategic opportunities and policy initiatives shaping the aviation industry. It also highlights the impact of minority and women-owned businesses on driving economic growth and innovation. The conference is a hub for advocacy, education and networking, providing participants … Read More
10 - 14 Jun
All Day
National Harbor, MD

2026 Runway to Success | Final Competition

The AMAC Runway to Success is a returning dynamic, multi-city supplier pitch competition designed to elevate minority- and women-owned small businesses into the airport concessions and retail marketplace. Modeled after the “Shark Tank” format, innovative suppliers will present products and solutions to industry decision-makers during regional qualifiers, culminating with a national finale at the 41st Annual AMAC Airport Business Conference on Friday, June 13, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD.    Competitions  Round 1 Competitions — Runway 16:  Detroit, MI: Thursday, March 26  Chicago, IL: Thursday, April … Read More
13 Jun
2:45 pm - 4:15 pm
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
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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

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.