CONFERENCE PROGRAM AAAE/SOUTHEAST CHAPTER AAAE AIRPORT FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION CONFERENCE DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA MARCH 5-7, 2017 28 TH ANNUAL
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
AAAE/SOUTHEAST CHAPTER AAAE
AIRPORT FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIONCONFERENCE DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA
MARCH 5-7, 2017
28TH ANNUAL
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MARCH 5–7, 2017 | DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA | 3
SUNDAY, MARCH 5 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Registration Convention Registration Desk – South
12:30–2 p.m. AAAE Student Chapter Meeting Tomoka C
2–5 p.m. Airport Finance 101 St. John’s/Halifax
Optional supplemental session
David Byers, AICP, C.M.PresidentQuadrex Aviation, LLC
3–5 p.m. Rating Agency Speed Dating Sessions Doc Bales’ Terrace Todd Spence Director
Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services
Earl Heffintrayer Assistant Vice President
Moody’s Investors Service
Seth Lehman Senior Director
Fitch Ratings
3–5 p.m. SEC-AAAE Board Meeting Tomoka C
5–5:30 p.m. Student Reception Tomoka C
5:30–6:30 p.m. Welcome Reception Doc Bales’ Terrace Sponsored by: BKD, LLP Kimley-Horn and Associates
MONDAY, MARCH 68 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration Convention Registration Desk – South
8–9 a.m. Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer Sponsored by: AVCON, Inc. Clear Channel Aiports
9–9:20 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks St. John’s/Halifax Speakers: Stacy Kuba, A.A.E. Airport Manager
Shreveport Airport Authority
Rick KarlDirector of Aviation and Economic ResourcesCounty of Volusia
9:20–10:10 a.m. Update on the State of the FAA St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Stacy Kuba, A.A.E.Airport ManagerShreveport Airport Authority
Speaker: Frank San MartinManager, Airports Financial Assistance Division U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
AGENDAAAAE WOULD LIKE TO THANK YARDI FOR SPONSORING THE WI-FI FOR THIS YEARS’ CONFERENCE.
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MARCH 5–7, 2017 | DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA | 5
10:10–11 a.m. Successful Approaches to Getting PFCs Approved St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: John Rauback, A.A.E. Assistant Executive Director Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
Speakers: Dave ArmstrongDirector of Finance Spokane International Airport
Barry MolarDirector Unison Consulting
11–11:30 a.m. Coffee Break with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer Sponsored by: CHA Consulting, Inc. Greenville-Spartanburg International Aiport
11:30 a.m.– It’s All About the Data! IT Solutions to 12:20 p.m. Maximize Productivity For Every
Department St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Judi Olmstead, A.A.E. Assistant Director of Airports Horry County Department of Airports
Speaker: Kim McLendonManager of Information SystemsCharleston County Aviation Authority
12:20–1:40 p.m. Lunch Crystal/Tomoka Sponsored by: Frasca and Associates, LLC Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
Speaker: Susan Stevens, A.A.E.AssociateADK Consulting and Executive Search
1:40–2:30 p.m. Current Trends and Issues in Airline Use Agreements
St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Bryan Elliot A.A.E.DirectorRicondo & Associates, Inc.
Speakers: Pablo NueschPartnerSpiegel & McDiarmid, LLP
Dale Feldpausch, C.M.
Vice President and CFOCapital Region Airport Authority
Moses Kopmar Credit Analyst
Moody’s Investors Service
2:30–3:30 p.m. Recent Terminal Modernizations at Norfolk International and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airports
St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: David King, AIA, NCARB Division Vice President Gresham, Smith & Partners Speakers: Marc Gambrill, A.A.E. Director of Capital Improvement Program
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Robert Bowen, A.A.E. Executive Director
Norfolk International Airport
3:30–4 p.m. Refreshment Break with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer Sponsored by: Gresham, Smith and Partners Memphis-Shelby Airport Authority
4–5 p.m. If You’ve Seen One Airport…Organizing and Staffing for Success
St. John’s/Halifax Moderator: Robert Kelley, A.A.E. Airport Manager- AOCC Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Speakers: Chappelle Broome, PHR, SHRM-CP,
MHRM, MHRD Director of Human Resources and DiversityColumbia (S.C.) Metropolitan Airport
Eric Mercado, ACE CEO Aviation Career Services
AAAE AND THE SOUTHEAST CHAPTER AAAE EXPRESS THANKS TO DAYTONA BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
FOR HOSTING THE 28TH ANNUAL FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION CONFERENCE
AGENDA
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MARCH 5–7, 2017 | DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA | 7
6-9 p.m. Daytona Lagoon Hosted by Daytona Beach International AirportJoin your host Daytona Beach International Airport at the newly renovated Daytona Lagoon. Attendees we will have full access to their huge arcade, go-karts, miniature golf, rock climbing wall and karaoke. Food and drinks will also be provided. It will be a fun night you don’t want to miss!
TUESDAY, MARCH 7 7:45 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration Convention Registration Desk – South
7:45–8:40 a.m. Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer
Sponsored by: Naples Airport Authority Public Financial Management, Inc.
7:45–8:45 a.m. AAAE Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Tomoka A/B
A Decade of Airline Consolidation in Retrospect
Speaker: Matt Townsend Director Frasca & Associates, LLC
AAAE Finance Certification Discussion Speaker: Teakoe Coleman Vice President, Training and Business
Development AAAE
8:45–9:35 a.m. Potential Effects of the 2016 Election on the Market and Infrastructure
St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Matt Townsend Director Frasca & Associates, LLC Speakers: Nancy Clawson Managing Director Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Seth Lehman Senior Director Fitch Ratings
Jason Terreri Senior Operations Project Director Airports Worldwide
9:35–10:25 a.m. Trends in Financial Business Tools to
Assist with Air Service Development St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Janene Shaw, ACETerminal Operations SupervisorWashington Dulles International Airport
Speakers: Edward Shelswell-WhiteChief Customer OfficerLexVolo
Stephen Van Beek, Ph.DDirector and Head of North American Aviation Steer Davies Gleave
10:25–10:55 a.m. Coffee Break with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer Sponsored by: Republic Parking Systems Unison Consulting, Inc.
AAAE AND THE SOUTHEAST CHAPTER AAAE EXPRESS THANKS TO
SOUTHEAST CHAPTER PRESIDENT GREG KELLY, A.A.E.,AS WELL AS CONFERENCE PROGRAM CHAIR STACY KUBA, A.A.E.,
VICE CHAIR ROBERT KELLEY, A.A.E., AND THE ENTIRE PROGRAM COMMITTEE FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN MAKING THIS CONFERENCE A SUCCESS
AGENDA
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We provide the finest client and customer service in the industry by maximizing client revenue, unparalleled professional service, fostering employee growth and development and providing strong leadership, training, management, while delivering excellent revenue control. We deliver our services with the objective of providing impeccable value to the clients and communities we serve.
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10:55–11:55 a.m. Are You In or Out? Advertising Strategies and Solutions St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Judi Olmstead, A.A.E. Assistant Director of Airports Horry County Department of Airports
Speakers: Leslie Bensen CEO Departure Media
Mihai Smighelschi, A.A.E. Director of Properties Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority
Charlene Reynolds CEO Creative Insurance Concepts, Inc.
Noon–1:10 p.m. Lunch and Raffle Drawing Crystal Sponsored by: Newton & Associates, Inc.
Yardi Speaker: David Clark Vice President of Sales and Revenue Management
JetBlue Airways
1:10–2:20 p.m. Influencing the Customer Experience St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Karen Feaster, C.M., ACE Deputy Airport Director Daytona Beach International Airport
Speakers: Brian Russell Vice President Michael Baker International
Mindy Price Owner and Chief PACE Setter Direct Effect Solutions, Inc.
2:20–3:10 p.m. Potential Effects of the 2016 Election on Airport Operations and Air Travel Demand
St. John’s/Halifax
Moderator: Matt Townsend Director Frasca & Associates, LLC
Speakers: Gus Hudson Director of Emergency Management and
Communications Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Zeljka Momirovic Director of International Relations - External Affairs Houston Airport System
Stephanie Gupta Senior Vice President, Security and Facilitation AAAE
3:10–3:40 p.m. Refreshment Break with Exhibitors Atlantic Avenue Foyer
3:40–4:30 p.m. Breakout Discussion By Airport Size
AGENDA
FUN FACTS ABOUT DAYTONA BEACH • It has been called the “world’s most famous beach” since the 20s • The tallest lighthouse in Florida is located at the southernmost tip of the Daytona Beach area in the town
of Ponce Inlet• The city was founded in 1870• By 1876, the St. Johns & Halifax River Railway put the city on the map as one of the state’s featured
destinations• In 1902, racing began on Daytona Beach’s hard sand, and in 1936, the famed Daytona Beach Road Course
started hosting races
• Bill France Sr. founded NASCAR in 1948 and the Daytona International Speedway opened in 1959
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AAAE FOUNDATION RAFFLE
RAFFLE #1
Donated by:
Gift Bag of branded AirIT goods to include three cell phone chargers, two lanyards, microfiber wipes, mints and an AirIT sling bag.
RAFFLE #2
Donated by:
$100 Starbucks Gift Card
RAFFLE #3
Donated by:
Two night stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites at SRQ in beautiful Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida, a $50 voucher for Seasons 52 Restaurant, a $50 voucher for Kona Grill Restaurant, a $50 voucher for Matti-son’s Grill Restaurant, a recipe book by Chef Paul Mattison, two adult tickets to Tree Umph! Adventure Park, four admission passes to the South Florida Museum, andSRQ promotional items.
RAFFLE #4
Donated by:
Myrtle Beach Tote Bag, including a Visit Myrtle Beach Thermos, a Myrtle Beach International Airport Thermos, Luggage Tag, “A Taste of Myrtle Beach” recipe book, a Frisbee, a beach towel, a two-night stay in an ocean view hotel room, a helicopter tour, two tickets to the Alabama Theater and a Visit Myrtle Beach Travel& Golf Guide.
RAFFLE #5
Donated by:
The Myrtle Beach Pelican’s Gift Bucket including a Thermos, T-Shirt, Koozie and two tickets to a game.
RAFFLE #6
Donated by:
Two Business Class tickets from an American Gateway to a destination within the AB network in Europe
To raise money for the AAAE Foundation, we will be holding a raffle during the Tuesday’s lunch for a variety of fun prizes. See details below! Tickets are $5 each or six for $20. Please see the Registration desk for tickets. You do not need to be present to win.
The AAAE Foundation offers a variety of scholarships, which are offered to full-time undergraduate or graduate students who are attending U.S. accredited colleges or universities. Since 1989, the Foundation has provided nearly $4.25 million in scholarships to more than 2,700 students, making the organization one of the largest supporters of higher education assistance in the aviation industry. Additional information on the Foundation can be found on the AAAE website (www.aaae.org).
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HOST AIRPORT DAYTONA BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTDaytona Beach International Airport is a county owned airport three miles from Daytona Beach that puts you in the heart of Central Florida. The airport personnel and volunteers are committed to making your travel experience enjoyable with world-class customer service. More than a half million travelers passed through its gates last year!
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KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATESKimley-Horn’s seasoned multidiscipline team of aviation professionals melds airside and landside expertise to deliver superlative planning, design, systems development, operational strategies, and specialized services.
NEWTON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Newton & Associates, Inc. (NAI) provides sound financial and strategic business planning services to airports of all sizes. Since 1990, NAI has served more than 50 airports in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Contact us at [email protected] or visit www.newtonandassociates.com for more information.
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