Advancing Progress:
You’re Invited to the 2024 ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition

Join us in Grand Rapids as we continue to problem solve and move forward as an industry with a unified voice built through consensus and collaboration.

ACI-NA is excited to bring the airport industry together again during the 2024 ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition. We can’t wait to reunite our industry September 7 – 10, in Grand Rapids, MI.

Over the years, attendees have counted on the ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition to stay ahead of emerging trends, see the latest industry solutions, and connect with friends and colleagues. While so much has changed in our ever-evolving industry, attendees can continue to count on ACI-NA to deliver a forward-thinking conference agenda that positions the industry for success in the years to come.

Join us in Grand Rapids!

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Book Early

We expect this year’s hotel room blocks to fill quickly!  Make your reservations at one of our three conference hotels today.

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Industry Solutions

Thank you to our industry exhibitors who continue to support the industry’s largest “for airports, by airports” trade show in the world.

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Insightful Education

This year’s conference offers a robust offering of educational sessions to keep you ahead of the curve. Check out our agenda.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors for their generous support. Events like this are not possible without our sponsors!

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Compelling Workshops

Our committee workshops cover nearly every topic of airport management, including the environment, legal, finance, planning, and more.

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Register Early and Save

Come for a day or stay for the entire conference.  Check out which option works best for you.  Register by June 14, 2024, for early bird rates.

2024 Registration Rates and Information

Confirmed exhibiting companies may register staff here.

Registration Categories

Early Bird Rate (USD)

Before June 14, 2024

Regular Rate (USD)

Before July 26, 2024

Late / On-Site Rate (USD)

After July 26, 2024

Member Rate

$1,075

$1,185

$1,295

Non-Member Rate

$2,015

$2,125

$2,235

U.S./Canadian Federal Government Rate*

$600

$600

$600

Student Rate*

$350

$350

$350

Guest Rate*

$350

$350

$350

Member One Day Pass

$670

$725

$780

Non-Member One Day Pass

$1,135

$1,190

$1,245

Registration Information
Conference registration includes access to all educational sessions and materials (unless noted), receptions, all food functions including breakfasts, lunches, and breaks as listed on the conference agenda. Registration confirmation will be sent by email to fully paid conference attendees using the email address provided during registration. If you do not receive confirmation within 3 business days after submitting your registration, email meetings@airportscouncil.org.


Cancellations
Cancellations sent to meetings@airportscouncil.org on or before July 26, 2024, are refundable but subject to a $100 administrative fee. Refunds will be credited back to the original payment method within 14 business days. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations after July 26, 2024. After this date, ACI-NA has guaranteed attendance participation with event partners and venues. Non-payment or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation. Non-receipt of a confirmation registration before the event does not justify seeking a refund. Substitutions for the same event are honored at any time for confirmed, paid registrants with requests sent to meetings@airportscouncil.org. ACI-NA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances and will provide a full refund of the registration fees. Other costs incurred by the registrant, such as airfare or hotel penalties, are the responsibility of the registrant.


Exhibitor Registration
Exhibitors who need to register their personnel should use the forms found on the exhibitor page here.


Guest Registration
Guest registrations are available for full conference attendees; guests cannot register independently; the attendee must register the guest. A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend, or adult child who is not attending for business or educational purposes. A co-worker or an associate within the industry may not use the guest registration. Guest registration includes attendance at all exhibition hall events, awards luncheons, and event receptions.


Student Registration
If an ACI-NA event has a full-time student registration option, the student must provide a copy of a current full-time student ID from an accredited educational institution prior to registering.


Pre-Registration
Attendees will be included on the pre-registration roster if registration payment is received by June 14, 2024.


Onsite Registration
Onsite registration will be available throughout the conference, starting on Saturday, September 7, from 7:30 am at the DeVos Place Convention Center.

Hotel Information

ACI-NA has reserved rooms at the Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton; JW Marriott Grand Rapids; and Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Downtown.

Please reserve your rooms only through the ACI-NA hotel booking links to receive the ACI-NA discounted rate. Rooms may sell out at the discounted rate before the booking deadline. We encourage you to reserve your room early.

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Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

ACI-NA discounted group rate: starting at $199 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Booking deadline: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Connected to the DeVos Place Convention Center.

Guarantee & Cancellation Policy: All reservations will be guaranteed for the first night’s room and tax. Cancellations made prior to 48 hours of arrival will not be charged.

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JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Note: The JW Marriott Grand Rapids is sold out at the ACI-NA discounted group rate over specific dates.

ACI-NA discounted group rate: starting at $219 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Booking deadline: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Two blocks from the DeVos Place Convention Center.

Guarantee & Cancellation Policy: All reservations will be guaranteed for the first night’s room and tax. Cancellations made prior to 48 hours of arrival will not be charged.

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Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Downtown

ACI-NA discounted group rate: starting at $189 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Booking deadline: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Two blocks from the DeVos Place Convention Center.

Guarantee & Cancellation Policy: All reservations will be guaranteed for the first night’s room and tax. Cancellations made prior to 48 hours of arrival will not be charged.

Duplicate Hotel Reservations
ACI-NA considers multiple hotel reservations within the group block under the same name for the conference dates as ‘duplicate reservations’. Unassigned duplicates within two weeks of the reservation being made may be subject to cancellation with or without prior notification. This measure is designed to maintain clarity and fairness for all attendees seeking accommodation. Attendees should ensure a single hotel reservation under the name as registered for the conference. Past duplicate reservations have caused the ACI-NA hotel block to prematurely sell out, causing attendee displacement and financial penalties to ACI-NA due to last-minute cancellations.

Sub-Block Requests
Any company needing more than 10 hotel rooms within a sub-block would need to have their request approved by ACI-NA first with a signed agreement, please email meetings@airportscouncil.org for additional information.

Third Parties
Be advised that outside vendors might contact you offering event housing, exhibit hall assistance, sell unofficial attendee rosters, and other ACI-NA Conference-related services. Note that the only companies who are official ACI-NA Conference partners are Show Management Solutions (SMS) and Hargrove. If any companies other than the aforementioned attempt to secure your business, please report any unauthorized solicitation to meetings@airportscouncil.org.

The 2024 Annual Conference and Exhibition schedule at a glance is available to download, featuring a full range of innovative sessions, workshops and educational opportunities.

Check back for additional agenda updates soon!

Become an Exhibitor

Exhibiting at the ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition allows you to showcase your products and services to over 2,000 airport professionals representing over 200 airports – all in one place at one time. Join your current and future airport clients at the largest and fastest growing airport show in North America.

For information about becoming an exhibitor, please contact Brad Lewis, Director of Exhibit Sales & Operations, at blewis@showmgmt.com or 301-625-5123.

All attendees and exhibitors are welcome to attend the Committee Workshops on Saturday, September 7.

The following Committee Workshops will feature individual track agendas from the following Committees:

  • Business Information Technology
  • Commercial Management
  • Environmental Affairs
  • Finance
  • Legal Affairs
  • Operations, Planning, Safety, Infrastructure, & Development

Please keep checking back for updates on these Workshop agendas.

Visit the 2024 Annual Conference and Exhibition agenda page to see the full conference agenda.

Check back soon for speaker announcements!

Registration & Payment Information

Please contact meetings@airportscouncil.org or (202) 293-8500.

Hotel & Logistics Conference Information

Please contact meetings@airportscouncil.org or (202) 293-8500.

Sponsorship Information

Please contact Karynna Baresel, Sponsorship Manager at sponsorship@airportscouncil.org or 856-428-0641.

Exhibitor Information

Please contact Brad Lewis, Director of Exhibit Sales & Operations at blewis@showmgmt.com or 301-625-5123.

Membership Information

Please contact member services at memberservices@airportscouncil.org.

Press Inquiries

Please contact Scott Elmore at selmore@airportscouncil.org.

Thank You to Our Sponsors