Concessions Retail RFP Industry Day

Concessions Retail RFP Industry Day will be held Thursday, June 1, 2017, to provide details on our world-class concessions program at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It will include an overview, panel discussions, luncheon, workshops, RFP timelines and a networking session. The Airport is a frequent recipient of awards of excellence for concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering and construction.
 

SCHEDULE

9 a.m. – noon | Industry Day General Session

Topics include Airport Concessions program, procurement process, Office of Contract Compliance, draft Retail RFP overview.

Noon – 2 p.m | Lunch

2 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

2 – 4 p.m. | Business “Speed Dating”

One-on-one interaction with industry leading concessions operators to allow small businesses to introduce themselves and their products. Two to three 10-minute sessions will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis when businesses register for Industry Day. This event is open to established businesses only. Companies are required to show their business license upon request.

2 – 3 p.m. | Doing Business with the City of Atlanta 101

This session is designed for firms aspiring to become airport concessionaires. Attendees will learn how to navigate the airport procurement process and gain tools to successfully enter the world of airport concessions.

3 – 4 p.m. | Airport Concessions Best Practices

This session is designed for aspiring and current airport concessionaires. Attendees will hear firsthand from airport concessionaires who have successfully operated at Hartsfield-Jackson as well as other airports around the country. These firms will share successes, pitfalls and insight on joint venturing.

4 – 5 p.m. | Networking Reception