activities · 14
what they do
capacity building · 14
- Facilitating Collaboration and Information Exchange for Arizona's Aviation Industry Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachThe organization brings together representatives from public and private airports to share information, expertise, and support, fostering collaboration within Arizona's aviation industry.
- Facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing for Arizona's aviation industry Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachThe organization brings together representatives from public and private airports to share information, expertise, and support for the aviation industry in Arizona.
- Granting Emeritus Membership Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsThe organization grants lifetime emeritus membership to retired executive members who meet eligibility criteria, specifically requiring eight consecutive years of active Executive membership.
- Granting lifetime emeritus membership Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsThe organization grants lifetime emeritus membership to retired executive members who meet eligibility criteria, specifically requiring eight consecutive years of active Executive membership.
- Honoring Individuals for Service and Contributions Aviation Honors and Awards ProgramsThe organization recognizes individuals for outstanding service through the annual President's Award and established a Memorial in 2011 to honor significant contributors to the aviation/airport industry in Arizona.
- Honoring Outstanding Service and Memory Aviation Honors and Awards ProgramsThe organization recognizes individuals for outstanding service through the annual President's Award, grants lifetime emeritus membership to eligible retired executive members, and established a Memorial in 2011 to honor significant contributors to the aviation/airport industry in Arizona.
- Managing organizational operations Board Governance & Member VotingThe organization contracts with KCA Association Management to manage its organizational operations and assists its Board of Directors in executing portions of the Strategic Business Plan and making topic-specific decisions through committees.
- Organizational Governance and Management Community Association Governance MeetingsThe organization assists its Board of Directors in executing the Strategic Business Plan through committees, contracts with KCA Association Management for operational management, and annually elects a President from its Executive Membership.
- Organizational Management and Governance Board Governance & Member VotingThe organization contracts with KCA Association Management for operational management and assists its Board of Directors in executing strategic plans and making topic-specific decisions through committees.
- Recognizing Contributions to Arizona Aviation Aviation Honors and Awards ProgramsThe organization annually recognizes a Corporate or Associate Member for their dedication and support of aviation in Arizona, and sponsors the Airport Executive of the Year award to honor an Executive member for their contributions to aviation through airport operations, development, or significant industry participation.
- Recognizing Contributions to Aviation Aviation Honors and Awards ProgramsThe organization annually recognizes a Corporate or Associate Member for their dedication and support of aviation in Arizona, and sponsors the Airport Executive of the Year award to honor Executive members for their contributions to aviation through airport operations, development, or significant industry participation.
- Recognizing contributions to Arizona's aviation industry Aviation Honors and Awards ProgramsThe organization annually recognizes a Corporate or Associate Member for their dedication and support of aviation in Arizona, and sponsors the Airport Executive of the Year award to honor an Executive member for their contributions to aviation through airport operations, development, or significant industry participation. It also established a Memorial in 2011 to honor significant contributors to the aviation/airport industry in Arizona.
- Recognizing outstanding service to the organization Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsThe organization recognizes individuals for outstanding service through the annual President's Award.
- Supporting Arizona's Aviation Industry Aviation Stakeholder Engagement & OutreachThe organization provides information, expertise, and support to Arizona's aviation industry by bringing together representatives from public and private airports.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Board-led strategic oversight and governance board_governanceThe Board of Directors provides high-level governance by establishing policy, monitoring leadership, making urgent decisions, and serving as contracting authority, ensuring organizational stability and alignment with strategic goals.
- Committee-based Governance for Strategic Execution committee-based_governanceThe organization employs a committee-based governance model to facilitate strategic execution and decision-making, leveraging specialized functional areas for effective operation.
- Committee-based governance for strategic execution committee-based_governanceUtilizes a committee-based governance model to enable structured decision-making and strategic execution across specialized functional areas of the organization, ensuring focused oversight and operational effectiveness.
- Committee-based governance for strategic execution committee-based_governanceUtilizes a committee-based governance structure to enable focused decision-making and strategic execution across specialized functional areas of airport operations and policy, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
- Member Recognition and Engagement member_recognition_and_engagementThe organization recognizes corporate members and individuals for their contributions to aviation in Arizona, airport improvement, industry respect, and mentorship, using awards and recognition to reinforce engagement and commitment.
- Member recognition to drive engagement and excellence member_recognition_and_engagementRecognizes individuals and corporate members for exceptional service, long-term contributions, mentorship, and support of aviation in Arizona, reinforcing organizational commitment and encouraging continued engagement and industry excellence.
- Member recognition to drive engagement and retention member_recognition_and_engagementRecognizes individuals and corporate members for exceptional service, long-term contributions, and support of aviation in Arizona, reinforcing organizational commitment and encouraging sustained member engagement.
- Member-elected leadership to ensure accountability member-elected_leadershipEmploys a member-driven governance model where the President is elected by and from the Executive Membership, ensuring leadership accountability and alignment with member interests.
- Outsourced Association Management outsourced_managementThe organization utilizes an external association management company to handle its operational functions, allowing for specialized expertise and efficient administration.
- Outsourced management for operational efficiency outsourced_managementContracts an external association management company to operate the organization, enabling efficient administration and professional support while focusing governance on strategic priorities.
- Outsourced operational management outsourced_managementRelies on an external association management company to operate the organization, allowing for professionalized administration and efficient execution of organizational functions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration for Industry Growth and Recognition stakeholder_collaborationThe organization connects public and private airport stakeholders to foster collaboration, which supports the growth of the aviation industry and promotes public recognition of airports and aviation professionals in Arizona.
- Stakeholder collaboration to advance aviation stakeholder_collaborationConnects public and private airport stakeholders to share information, expertise, and support, thereby promoting industry growth, public recognition of aviation professionals, and the development of air transportation in Arizona.
- Stakeholder collaboration to advance aviation in Arizona stakeholder_collaborationConnects public and private airport stakeholders to share expertise, support industry growth, and promote public recognition of airports and aviation professionals, thereby strengthening the state’s aviation ecosystem.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Annual Conference
Professional gathering for airport operators and aviation stakeholders featuring educational sessions and networking opportunities
Board of Directors Operations
Governing body that establishes policy, monitors leadership, and serves as contracting authority for association matters
Legislative Advocacy
Representation of airport interests before state and federal legislative bodies to influence aviation policy and funding
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Airport Consultants Council (ACC) Partner — Bruce Kevin Loev was active in ACC and received the ACC Board of Governors Award in 2003.
- Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA) Partner — Walter "Wally" Burg received the ACI-NA William E. Downs Jr. Award in 2008.
- American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Partner — Former AzAA president Neilson A. “Dutch” Bertholf served as chair of AAAE in 1996-97. Bruce Kevin Loev was active in AAAE. John McMahon earned his Certified Member designation from AAAE. Jim McCue was active in the Great Lakes Chapter of AAAE and received the National Distinguished Service Award from AAAE in 2000.
- City of Chandler Partner — Scott Rinkenberger, Airport Operations Manager for the City of Chandler, serves as the First Vice President of the Arizona Airports Association.
- City of Show Low Partner — Jacob Allen, Airport Manager for the City of Show Low, serves as the President of the Arizona Airports Association.
- KCA Association Management Partner — Manages operations for the Arizona Airports Association.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Partner — Kim Brown, Aviation Superintendent for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, serves as an Executive Director of the Arizona Airports Association.
- Prescott Regional Airport Partner — John Kuebrich, Capital Projects Manager for Prescott Regional Airport, serves as an Executive Director of the Arizona Airports Association and is active on its Legislative and Conference Committees.
- Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Partner — Edward A. Rose, Airport Manager for the Sedona-Oak Creek Airport, serves as the Past President of the Arizona Airports Association.
- Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority Partner — Cameron Atkins, Deputy General Manager for the Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority, serves as the Second Vice President of the Arizona Airports Association.
- Southwest chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SWAAAE) Partner — Former AzAA president Neilson A. “Dutch” Bertholf served as president of SWAAAE in 1990-91. Bruce Kevin Loev was active in SWAAAE. Jim McCue received the Wannamaker Award from the Southwest Chapter of AAAE.