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Candace S. McGraw, CEO, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport Joins Supervisory Board of Aviation-Event First North American Leader to Join Aviation-Event Supervisory Board. Driving Global Innovation in Aviation

Darmstadt, Germany – 02 November 2024

Aviation-Event, the premier platform for discussions and developments in the global aviation industry, is proud to announce the appointment of Candace S. McGraw, Chief Executive Officer of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), to its Supervisory Board.

Candace McGraw, a visionary leader in the airport industry, brings over three decades of operational and legal expertise, having transformed CVG into one of the most prominent hubs for both passenger and cargo services in North America. Under her leadership, CVG has thrived as the 6th largest cargo airport in North America, housing Amazon Air’s largest global operation and DHL Express‘ second-largest hub worldwide.

Her strategic insights, which have expanded international passenger services and fostered startup ecosystems around the airport, have been instrumental in positioning CVG as the epicenter of U.S. e-commerce. As a globally recognized figure, Candace serves as Chair of the World Governing Board of Airports Council International (ACI), representing 90% of commercial airports globally.

Marcel Riwalsky, CEO, Aviation-Event: “We are thrilled to welcome Candace McGraw to our Supervisory Board at Aviation-Event. Her unparalleled expertise in airport management and her global industry perspective will be invaluable as we continue to lead critical conversations and shape the future of aviation. In her new role with Aviation-Event, Candace will leverage her deep industry knowledge and leadership experience to enhance the event’s mission of driving innovation, collaboration, and growth within the aviation sector.”

Aviation-Event is renowned for its high-impact events that gather industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to share insights and collaborate on pressing issues. With Candace’s addition to the Supervisory Board, Aviation-Event is poised to further enhance its reputation as a leading facilitator of industry advancement.

For more information about Aviation-Event and its upcoming activities, please visit www.aviation-event.com

About Aviation-Event: Aviation-Event is a premier platform dedicated to fostering networking and knowledge exchange within the aviation industry. Through its events, conferences, and forums, Aviation-Event brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities, driving innovation and progress in the sector.