Most airport concessionaires begin with a single location in a single airport—gaining firsthand experience with the unique challenges of in-terminal F&B and retail. But for many, that first taste of success sparks the drive to scale. In this insightful session, hear from a panel of entrepreneurs who started small and quickly built thriving airport businesses. They’ll share the growth strategies that worked, the lessons learned along the way, and the common pitfalls to avoid on the path to expansion.
Moderator: Ann Ferraguto, Principal, AirProjects, Inc.
Panelists: Ryan Black, Co-Founder and CEO, SAMBAZON; Pilar Guzman, Owner and CEO, Half Moon Empanadas; Sheridan Mordue, Owner, Hip & Humble
General Session Room Sponsored by: Concessions International, LLC
Tennessee Ballroom
