The Airport Minority Advisory Council celebrates the 30th anniversary of its annual conference; this year’s edition, in June, will feature discussions of possible threats to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program. Two Federal Aviation Administration officials talk to ARN about issues facing the DBE program. Concessions International started off as a joint-venture partner and has experienced enough growth to become a key player in the industry. Kate Swann, formerly of WHSmith, will use her expertise to help guide SSP Group. The newly renovated Chicago O’Hare International’s Terminal 5 features the first walk-through duty-free shop in the United States.
