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2025 Air Carriers Purchasing Conference

Browse our 2025 conference agenda below. Agenda is subject to change.

All Days
Saturday, August 16
Sunday, August 17
Monday, August 18
Tuesday, August 19

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Badge Pickup

Imperial Foyer
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
8:00 am
12:00 pm

Airline Round Table Appointment Selection

M101
Airline Roundtable Selection appointments are by Priority Grouping only.
8:15 am
12:00 pm

Hospitality Suite

Imperial Ballroom
Grab a drink or refreshment of your choice, sit down, catch up on work, relax, or network and talk some business in our Hospitality Suite. Learn more >
9:00 am
5:00 pm

Meet & Greet Sessions, including Diversity Corner

Imperial Ballroom
Open to Suppliers and Airlines - A 30-minute time slot for you to talk business in a casual and relaxed environment! Just show up, take a seat, and let the business come to you! Be sure to check out the Diversity Corner: A valuable opportunity for Airline and Supplier Companies to proactively seek strategic partnerships with diverse companies and for diverse companies to learn how they can help Airline and Supplier Companies achieve their diversity goals and how to enroll in their certified diversity programs, if applicable. Your company can take part in these mutually beneficial networking sessions throughout the conference. Just ask to host a table in the Diversity Corner and have Diversity Corner added to your table display. Learn more >
9:00 am
5:00 pm

ACPC Business Development Power Hub

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by DAHLIA+Agency
Take advantage of FREE coaching in key areas that are critical for creating, developing and maintaining a strong business network! Learn more >
9:00 am
5:00 pm

Supplier New Attendee Orientation

A706/707
facilitated by TBA
New to the ACPC? This session is specifically designed for Supplier attendees. In this session, 2025 ACPC Board members will share more about the conference and how to take advantage of all of the networking and learning opportunities available with your Supplier Registration.
10:00 am
10:45 am

Airline New Attendee Orientation

A703/704
facilitated by TBA
New to the ACPC? This session is specifically designed for Airline attendees. Join 2025 ACPC Board members to learn more about the conference and how to take advantage of all of the networking and learning opportunities available with your Airline Registration.
10:00 am
10:45 am

Professional Development Session

A703/704
David Suarez
Roundtable Power Up Learn more >
11:00 am
12:30 pm

Headshot Photo Lounge

Imperial Ballroom
Deb Scally Photography
Sit for a free headshot photo to use on LinkedIn, social media, company website, company portfolio, marketing or advertising - wherever a good photo is required! Deb Scally is a Nashville-based portrait photographer with more than a decade of experience in public and private sector events.
12:00 pm
4:30 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
12:45 pm
1:45 pm

Badge Pickup

Imperial Foyer
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
1:00 pm
7:00 pm

Airline Round Table Appointment Selection

M101
Airline Roundtable Selection appointments are by Priority Grouping only.
1:15 pm
5:00 pm

Peer to Peer Chat Circle

A702
facilitated by TBA
2:00 pm
3:00 pm

Professional Development Session

A701
David Suarez
Roundtable Sessions Clinic Learn more >
2:00 pm
4:00 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA- Cvent
Master the 2025 ACPC Mobile App
2:30 pm
3:30 pm

Collaborative Workshop

A703/704
3:00 pm
4:30 pm

Live Crowd Trivia

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by Jay Bant
Live Crowd Trivia Contest returns this year in the Hospitality Suite with all new content. Test your knowledge against the best of the best on Aviation Topics. Winners get prizes!
4:30 pm
5:00 pm

Welcome Reception & Welcome Address

Marquis Ballroom (B-D)
Mike Ballou & Mandy Smith
Enjoy appetizers and cocktails during this reception, network with other attendees and hear from your Supplier and Airline Chairs as they welcome you to the 2024 ACPC!
5:15 pm
7:00 pm

Sunday, August 17, 2025

Airline Round Table Appointment Selection

M101
Supplier companies can secure additional Roundtable meetings, if available.
8:00 am
12:00 pm

Airline Roundtable Appointment Selection Support

M101
Have questions about your Airline Roundtable appointments? Need your appointment schedule re-emailed or re-printed? Stop by the desk for assistance.
8:00 am
12:00 pm

Badge Pickup

Imperial Foyer
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
8:00 am
12:30 pm

Aviation Networking Forum - Booth Set-Up for Suppliers

Atrium Ballroom & Foyer
Registered Suppliers with reserved booth space may set up their booths during this time.
8:30 am
11:30 am

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
9:00 am
10:00 am

Professional Development Session

A701
David Suarez
Roundtable Sessions Clinic Learn more >
10:00 am
12:00 pm

Headshot Photo Lounge

Imperial Ballroom
Deb Scally Photography
Sit for a free headshot photo to use on LinkedIn, social media, company website, company portfolio, marketing or advertising - wherever a good photo is required! Deb Scally is a Nashville-based portrait photographer with more than a decade of experience in public and private sector events.
10:00 am
3:30 pm

Hospitality Suite

Imperial Ballroom
Grab a drink or refreshment of your choice, sit down, catch up on work, relax, or network and talk some business in our Hospitality Suite. Learn more >
10:00 am
3:30 pm

ACPC Business Development Power Hub

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by DAHLIA+Agency
Take advantage of FREE coaching in key areas that are critical for creating, developing and maintaining a strong business network! Learn more >
10:00 am
3:30 pm

Meet & Greet Sessions

Imperial Ballroom
Open to Suppliers and Airlines - A 30-minute time slot for you to talk business in a casual and relaxed environment! Just show up, take a seat, and let the business come to you! Learn more >
10:00 am
3:30 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
10:15 am
11:15 am

Delta Sponsored Session

A703-704
10:30 am
11:30 am

Private Airline Luncheon

Marquis Ballroom (A)
TBA
Open to registered Airline attendees only! Join us for lunch at 11:30 AM before perusing the Aviation Networking Forum (ANF) during the Airline Only time beginning at 1:00 PM.
11:30 am
12:45 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
1:00 pm
2:00 pm

Aviation Networking Forum - Airlines Only

Atrium Ballroom & Foyer
This time is reserved for Airline attendees only to peruse the exhibit area
1:00 pm
3:30 pm

Airline Round Table Appointment Selection

M101
Supplier companies can secure additional Airline Roundtable meetings, if available.
1:00 pm
5:00 pm

Professional Development Session

A701
David Suarez
Roundtable Sessions Clinic Learn more >
1:30 pm
3:30 pm

Badge Pickup

Imperial Foyer
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
1:30 pm
6:00 pm

Peer to Peer Chat Circle

A702
facilitated by TBA
1:45 pm
2:45 pm

Aviation Networking Forum - Open to Airline & Supplier Attendees

Atrium Ballroom & Foyer
The exhibit area is open both Airline & Supplier attendees during this time. Learn more >
3:30 pm
6:00 pm

Buffet Style Dinner Reception

Marquis Ballroom & Foyer
7:00 pm
10:00 pm

Monday, August 18, 2025

Airline Private Networking

International Ballroom 4-10
Airline Attendees - Come early and enjoy coffee and bagels while networking with other airline attendees before the Round Table Sessions begin.
9:00 am
9:50 am

Badge Pickup & Customer Service

Imperial Registration Desk
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
9:00 am
10:00 am

Professional Development Session

A701
David Suarez
Roundtable Sessions Clinic Learn more >
9:00 am
11:00 am

Hospitality Suite

Imperial Ballroom
Grab a drink or refreshment of your choice, sit down, catch up on work, relax, or network and talk some business in our Hospitality Suite. Learn more >
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Meet & Greet Sessions

Imperial Ballroom
Open to Suppliers and Airlines - A 30-minute time slot for you to talk business in a casual and relaxed environment! Just show up, take a seat, and let the business come to you! Learn more >
9:00 am
12:00 pm

ACPC Business Development Power Hub

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by DAHLIA+Agency
Take advantage of FREE coaching in key areas that are critical for creating, developing and maintaining a strong business network! Learn more >
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Headshot Photo Lounge

Imperial Ballroom
Deb Scally Photography
Sit for a free headshot photo to use on LinkedIn, social media, company website, company portfolio, marketing or advertising - wherever a good photo is required! Deb Scally is a Nashville-based portrait photographer with more than a decade of experience in public and private sector events.
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Peer to Peer Chat Circle

A702
facilitated by TBA
9:15 am
10:15 am

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
10:00 am
11:00 am

Airline Round Table Sessions

International Ballroom 1-10
A flagship event of the ACPC, Airline Roundtable meetings are considered to be one of the core ingredients that have made the conference so successful for 67 years. Learn more >
10:00 am
12:00 pm

Peer to Peer Chat Circle

A702
facilitated by TBA
10:45 am
11:45 am

Business Luncheon and Keynote Speaker

Marquis Ballroom
Shawn DuBravac
12:15 pm
1:30 pm

Airline Round Table Sessions

International Ballroom 1-10
A flagship event of the ACPC, Airline Roundtable meetings are considered to be one of the core ingredients that have made the conference so successful for 67 years. Learn more >
1:50 pm
5:00 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/A707
TBA
2:00 pm
3:00 pm

Headshot Photo Lounge

Imperial Ballroom
Deb Scally Photography
Sit for a free headshot photo to use on LinkedIn, social media, company website, company portfolio, marketing or advertising - wherever a good photo is required! Deb Scally is a Nashville-based portrait photographer with more than a decade of experience in public and private sector events.
2:00 pm
5:00 pm

Meet & Greet Sessions

Imperial Ballroom
Open to Suppliers and Airlines - A 30-minute time slot for you to talk business in a casual and relaxed environment! Just show up, take a seat, and let the business come to you! Learn more >
2:00 pm
5:00 pm

Hospitality Suite

Imperial Ballroom
Grab a drink or refreshment of your choice, sit down, catch up on work, relax, or network and talk some business in our Hospitality Suite. Learn more >
2:00 pm
6:00 pm

ACPC Business Development Power Hub

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by DAHLIA+Agency
Take advantage of FREE coaching in key areas that are critical for creating, developing and maintaining a strong business network! Learn more >
2:00 pm
6:00 pm

Professional Development Session

A703/704
David Suarez
Beyond the Roundtables
3:30 pm
4:30 pm

Professional Development Session

A706/707
TBA
4:00 pm
5:00 pm

Live Crowd Trivia II

Imperial Ballroom
hosted by Jay Bant
If you missed the fun on Saturday night, this is your chance to test your knowledge against the best of the best on Aviation Topics. For those of you who played on Saturday, come back and play again in an all-new game. Winners get prizes!
5:00 pm
5:30 pm

Semi Formal Banquet Dinner

Marquis Ballroom
Semi Formal Attire/Business Attire (No Jeans, T-Shirts, Shorts)
7:00 pm
9:00 pm

Entertainment

Marquis Ballroom
TBA
9:00 pm
10:00 pm

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Supplier Closed Meeting

A706/707
8:00 am
8:30 am

Airline Closed Meeting

A703/704
8:00 am
8:30 am

Badge Pickup & Customer Service

Imperial Registration Desk
Bring a photo ID and your registration QR code (printed or on your smart phone) to pick up your 2024 ACPC badge and wristband. Both badge and wristband are required for entry to ALL ACPC events. Lost badges and/or wristbands will NOT be replaced.
9:00 am
10:00 am

Hospitality Suite

Imperial Ballroom
Grab a drink or refreshment of your choice, sit down, catch up on work, relax, or network and talk some business in our Hospitality Suite. Learn more >
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Meet & Greet Sessions

Imperial Ballroom
Open to Suppliers and Airlines - A 30-minute time slot for you to talk business in a casual and relaxed environment! Just show up, take a seat, and let the business come to you! Learn more >
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Headshot Photo Lounge

Imperial Ballrom
Deb Scally Photography
Sit for a free headshot photo to use on LinkedIn, social media, company website, company portfolio, marketing or advertising - wherever a good photo is required! Deb Scally is a Nashville-based portrait photographer with more than a decade of experience in public and private sector events.
9:00 am
12:00 pm

Airline Round Table Sessions

International Ballroom 1-10
A flagship event of the ACPC, Airline Roundtable meetings are considered to be one of the core ingredients that have made the conference so successful for 67 years. Learn more >
9:00 am
12:20 pm

Business Luncheon and Entertainment

Marquis Ballroom
Comedian Marty Simpson
12:30 pm
1:30 pm