Airport Industry Professionals Meet in Long Beach for 2023 ACI-NA Annual Conference

“Long Beach is delighted to welcome attendees of the ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition, which is one of the most anticipated industry events of the year,” said Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson. “This is an opportunity to showcase our city and our award-winning Long Beach Airport and build connections among those in the business of advancing travel, tourism and trade locally and nationwide.”

As ACI-NA celebrates its 75th anniversary as the Voice of Airports® in North America in 2023, this year’s conference programming, “Our Journey Together,” will focus on emerging trends and opportunities that will drive the future of the airport industry.

This year’s event—expected to draw more than 2,000 industry experts from throughout North America to Long Beach—will feature a keynote address from Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist. As a renowned global economics expert, Minton Beddoes will provide insights into global economic and geopolitical trends affecting travel trends around the world. Avelo Airlines Founder, Chairman, and CEO Andrew Levy will join as the closing keynote speaker to discuss the future of air service and the industry’s rebound following the pandemic.

“The 2023 Annual Conference and Exhibition comes at an exciting time as we celebrate 75 years of advancing the aviation industry,” said ACI-NA President and CEO Kevin M. Burke. “Throughout our industry’s storied history, ACI-NA has always been a part of the path forward. We are proud of our reputation as a forum to help the industry solve tough challenges and create new opportunities, and we’re ready to continue our work together as we convene thousands of airport industry leaders in Long Beach this year.”

The ACI-NA conference is taking place at a momentous time for Long Beach Airport, which is about to mark its 100th anniversary on November 26, 2023.

“We’re hosting this conference in our sunny beachside city at an opportune time as LGB nears its 100th year as the oldest municipal airport in California,” said Airport Director Cynthia Guidry. “I cannot think of a better place and time for these ACI-NA conference attendees to visit Long Beach and share in this historic and uplifting opportunity to learn from the highest-flying leaders in our industry.”

The 2023 ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition will feature an expansive trade show floor with more than 150 exhibitors. Attendees will gain access to more than 250 booths showcasing the latest products and innovations enhancing the airport experience. A live show floor plan is available here.

The ACI-NA conference Opening Night Event hosted by Long Beach Airport is generously supported by Paradies Lagerdere and the Port of Long Beach.

A full agenda and more conference details for 2023 ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition can be found on the ACI-NA website.