ACRP Ambassadors

Ambassadors are airport industry practitioners who voluntarily serve as ACRP's representatives, directly engaging with fellow airport practitioners and other stakeholders at industry conferences and events. They use these opportunities to disseminate ACRP's research results and encourage their implementation, engage fellow practitioners in ACRP's research process, and share information and key messages about the program. Ambassadors value:

• Creating connections
• Serving the greater good
• Sharing information
• Inspiring others to act

Ambassadors, enjoy a unique connection to ACRP, TRB, and the National Academies, all widely respected organizations at the forefront of transportation research. Your service enables you to:

• Attend industry events near you at minimal expense.
• Network, share experiences, and collaborate with fellow industry practitioners.
• Bring knowledge back to your own institution, agency, or employer.
• Gain a deep understanding of ACRP and help shape its future.
• Make a difference and give back to the airport industry.

ACRP provides Ambassadors with logistical and event planning support and pays for registration fees and onsite lodging. ACRP does not pay for Ambassadors' transportation to and from conferences, food, or incidental expenses. See the ACRP Ambassador Program Guidelines for additional information.

ACRP accepts Ambassador program applications in the spring and early summer. Decisions are typically made in late summer. The deadline to apply for the 2025-2027 cohort is July 31st, 2024. Selected candidates attend Ambassador Orientation, generally scheduled in mid-October. Currently, our focus is recruiting candidates in the Alaskan (AK), Northwest Mountain (WA, OR, ID, MT, WY, UT, & CO), and Southwest (NM, TX, OK, AR, & LA) FAA regions, though candidates from all regions will be considered.

To apply:

1. Review the ACRP Ambassador Program Guidelines (PDF).
2. Contact The Cadmus Group ACRPAmbassador@cadmusgroup.com or Marci Greenberger MGreenberger@nas.edu if you are interested.
3. Submit your application by July 31st, 2024 to be considered for the 2025-2027 cohort.

 

Candidates are considered for Ambassadorship during the Fall prior to the start of their term. Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• Past experience as an ACRP project panelist or research team member, which provides necessary first-hand knowledge of the ACRP research process.
• A commitment to promoting ACRP's goals before, during, and after serving as an Ambassador.
• Applicable work experience and a strong professional network in the U.S. airport industry.
• Familiarity with the ACRP research process and products, often with first-hand experience participating in ACRP's research process and using ACRP's products.
• Willingness and ability to speak/present at industry events.
• Approval and support from an employer to attend orientation and four to six events over two years.