Community Framework

Connecting People, Shaping Airports, Building Better Communities.

ACC is committed to fostering a strong sense of community among its staff and members while collectively working to enhance airports and the communities served by our member firms

COMMUNITY VISION STATEMENT

ACC will shape the future of airports and aviation by building communities where every professional can contribute, thrive, and deliver innovation.

COMMUNITY MISSION STATEMENT

ACC fosters a professional community of aviation professionals, airport firms, and industry partners rooted in integrity, respect, and shared growth. Through intentional connection, advocacy, and collaboration, we expand opportunity, foster advancement, and strengthen the aviation ecosystem.

CORE VALUES

ACC is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive community of aviation professionals. We believe in creating a welcoming and collaborative space for staff, members, and partners to share ideas, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to and celebrate shared successes. We aim to advance aviation professionals’ representation through advocacy and mentorship. We support open dialogue and the exchange of diverse perspectives for ACC members to gain education, professional growth, and experience, and overall excellence in the aviation field.

Connection

Building bridges across firms, professionals, and stakeholders to advance aviation together.

Belonging

Cultivating a professional community where all members feel respected, valued, and engaged.

Transparency

Cultivating a professional community where all members feel respected, valued, and engaged.

Opportunity

Creating pathways for participation, leadership, and professional development that grow a strong aviation leader through support, learning, resources, and collaboration.

COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES

We commit to strengthening and consistently applying these fundamental principles with aviation professionals, airport firms, and industry partners:

Advocacy: Sharing, communicating, and educating others on key issues that advance the interests of ACC members and strengthen our collective impact across the aviation industry.

Advancement: Supporting the progression of professionals with a wide range of expertise, experiences, and perspectives across the airport development industry.

Voice: Providing intentional opportunity for dialogue and feedback where ideas and concerns can be shared respectfully.

Collaboration: Working with airports, regulators, and communities to solve challenges and innovate together.

Impact:Measuring outcomes that strengthen both the aviation industry and the communities it serves.

COMMUNITY DIALOGUE

ACC promotes open and constructive engagement through dialogue that is:

Encouraging: Fostering a culture where all ideas and perspectives are welcomed and respected.

Accessibility: Designing programs and services with fairness, transparency, and open participation in mind.

Supportive: Offering mentorship, professional development, and collaboration to advance collective success.

Collaborative: Working together to share solutions and best practices at all levels.

Intentional: Embedding integrity, access, and belonging into strategy, advocacy, and operations.

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