ACRP Ambassadors

Ambassadors are airport industry practitioners who voluntarily serve as ACRP's representative, 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

As an Ambassador, 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 year-round and conducts interviews in the Fall. Selected candidates attend Ambassador Orientation, generally scheduled between mid-January and early February.

To apply:

1. Review the ACRP Ambassador Program Guidelines for Fall 2019 (PDF).
2. Submit an ACRP Ambassador Application using the online form or writable PDF.

Candidates are considered for Ambassadorship during the Fall prior to the start of their term. Typically, applications are due by the first week of November of the preceding year. At the present time, due to a restriction in Ambassador activities in 2020, ACRP is not actively recruiting new Ambassadors for the 2021-2022 term. Nonetheless, ACRP encourages any interested applicants to use the materials above to express their candidacy so that they might be considered at such time when ACRP is seeking new Ambassadors.

Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• 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.