ARRA IS COMPRISED OF LEADING COMPANIES IN AIRPORT RESTAURANT AND RETAIL

​Membership in ARRA connects your company to a network of colleagues in the industry, working together on matters of mutual interest that promote the concessions business in airports.

Membership in ARRA is by company with the opportunity to register employees and allow them to receive all the benefits of networking and the communications about the latest news and information in the industry. Each company designates a ’Primary’ contact who represents the company and may appoint other company employees to participate in ARRA activities and programs.  ​

MEMBERSHIP IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING
​CLASSES AND DUES CATEGORIES:

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​*What is an ACDBE?
A business designated as an Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) is certified to have at least 51% ownership by a socially or economically disadvantaged individual(s). The program was designed to help ensure that there is a level playing field for socially and economically disadvantaged firms to compete for airport contracting and concession opportunities.

​​ALLIES OF ARRA
If you do not fit into one of the ARRA member categories but would like to receive ongoing communications and access to weekly COVID-19 calls from the Association, simply fill out the “Allies of ARRA” form to be added to our list.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

ARRA works hard to deliver meaningful programs to and representation in the industry for our membership. Throughout the year, ARRA offers leadership, professional development, networking opportunities and much more.

• Representation on a national level and industry-wide.
• A collective voice on issues and positions that affect the industry.
• Networking opportunities with colleagues to share relevant information.
• Regular member-only meetings and forums for sharing knowledge, experience and  information.
• Easy access to the on-line Membership Directory.
• Live and recorded forums and presentations by industry and government experts and leaders on topics important to the concessions business and airport/aviation industry.
• Resources and helpful information covering all aspects of operating and succeeding in the airport concessions business.
• Business opportunities at airports.

TO BE A MEMBER IN ARRA:

The company should (through its own entity or joint venture) operate a food and beverage and/or retail location in an airport.

​Interested companies can fill out the Membership Application and submit to ARRA. The Membership Committee will review and approve applications based on the eligibility criteria. If approved, new members will receive an invoice for annual dues. Dues are paid by the eligible company and annually on the membership anniversary date. Once paid, the PRIMARY contact provides a list of representatives from the company to receive ARRA communications and participate in member benefits and programs.

Membership Application