Montgomery, AL – Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) is proud to announce its selection as a finalist in the 2024 Airports Council International—North America (ACI-NA) Excellence in Airport Marketing, Communications, and Customer Experience Awards. MGM Airport has earned nominations in the Best in Film and Production and Best Newsletter categories, recognizing its innovative approach to marketing and passenger engagement.
These prestigious awards honor North American airport teams for outstanding marketing, customer experience, and public relations efforts. Winners will be announced at the ACI-NA Marketing and Communications Conference in San Francisco, CA, on October 29, 2024.
“Recognition as national finalist is a significant achievement for the Montgomery Region and highlights the dedication and innovation of the MGM airport team,” stated Wade A. Davis, C.M., Executive Director of Montgomery Regional Airport. “Travelling through MGM is all about connecting passengers with their destinations and we ensure travelers have memorable experience from the moment they arrive. We are immensely proud of this national finalist recognition and look forward to representing MGM in San Francisco.”
Brittney Jones-Dabney, Marketing and Communications Manager at MGM expressed excitement about the nominations, noting the team’s dedication to these projects. “Our goal is to understand our passengers and make MGM a gateway to memorable experiences, and every communication we produce is aimed at engaging and informing our travelers and partners,” she said. “Being recognized for both our film production and newsletter efforts is a tremendous honor, and we look forward to sharing our achievements with our peers at the ACI-NA conference.”
MGM’s nomination for Best in Film and Production showcases its recent “MGM Your Gateway to Away Games” campaign, designed to position Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) as the ultimate travel solution for sports fans heading to away games. Whether fans are cheering for their favorite college team or the NFL, MGM offers direct flights that make reaching these destinations easy and stress-free.
This project emphasized the convenience of flying from MGM, highlighting its direct connections to major hubs through partnerships with leading airlines like American Airlines and Delta Airlines. By promoting these reliable and frequent flight options, MGM aimed to attract sports enthusiasts looking for a seamless travel experience. The campaign targeted passengers who value convenience, reliability, and the ability to quickly and easily reach game-day destinations, reinforcing MGM’s role as the preferred airport for sports travel in Alabama’s River Region.
The Best Newsletter nomination celebrates MGM’s monthly publication, designed to keep travelers, stakeholders, and the community updated with the latest airport news, enhancements, and events. Each newsletter provides a comprehensive update on recent developments at MGM, focusing on enhancing passenger experience, expanding service offerings, and community engagement. The newsletter showcases these advancements and reinforces MGM’s commitment to providing exceptional service and fostering strong community connections.
Watch MGM’s Video/Film Productions submission here.
Subscribe to the MGM newsletter, The Boarding Pass here.
VIDEO AND FILM PRODUCTION – This category recognizes best overall production of an airport video, film, web commercial, or television commercial.
The finalists are:
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Montgomery Regional Airport
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport
NEWSLETTERS – The winner in this category best demonstrates how internal and/or external newsletters can educate or inform about airport initiatives.
The finalists are:
- Montgomery Regional Airport
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
- Orlando International Airport
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
About the Montgomery Regional Airport
Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) is a key gateway to the capital city of Alabama, connecting passengers to daily flights offered by American Airlines and Delta Airlines to Atlanta, Georgia (ATL); Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT); Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas (DFW), and Washington, D.C. (DCA) and endless connections worldwide. With a commitment to excellence in customer service, safety, and community engagement, MGM strives to provide a seamless and enjoyable travel experience for all passengers. For more information on the airport, visit flymgm.com.
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10-28-24 MGM Named Finalist in 2024 ACI-NA Excellence in Airport MARCOMM Awards