b'CONCESSIONSIND 91who are very skilled at what we do andand Rural Development. Crouch had this have proven themselves capable ofto say about the Farmers Market at its overcoming any challenge we face. grand opening in February: Indiana Grown Stanton reports that IND was incrediblyis near and dear to my heart, and I am supportive throughout the entire process.incredibly proud of this program and the work its done for its members over the The location was initially designedlast seven years. This partnership between with a gate to enclose a more formalIndiana Grown, the Indy Airport and SSP style restaurant with more extensive tableAmerica is a great way to show that the service, he explains. But the airportentrepreneurial spirit is thriving in Indiana.supported our initiative to open up the location and allow for more fluid footRodriguez believes that the new airport traffic. So now the space operates asconcession will pay dividends for alland both a restaurant and retail store. in doing so may help turn the tide about no man being a prophet in his own land.The menu and lineup of retail products will change throughout the year accordingIf we bring Indiana into the airport to what crops and products are in season.and positively affect the economy of the general area, it will not only positively Warm Reception affect the economy, but it will showcase Other proponents for the concept includewhat we have, which probably will lead to Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, who also servesmore sales of that company that puts their products here, he reasons. And that isThe new concession partners with a stateas the states Secretary of Agriculturewhat we are all about.program that supports local farmers andproducers. 3 8 T H A N N U A L A M A C JUNE 10 - 14, 2023A I R P O R T SAN ANTONIO, TXB U S I N E S S 20 A premier conference focused on education, advocacy D I V E R S I T Y 23 and networking opportunities that promote diversity C O N F E R E N C E and inclusion in the aviation and aerospace industries.amac-org.com/annualconferenceCULTIVATE. INNOVATE. ELEVATE.HOSTED BY THE SAN ANTONIO AIRPORT SYSTEM #AMAC2023AIRPORT MINORITY ADVISORY COUNCIL SCAN FOR INFOAirportImprovement.comMay | June 2023'