Airport Experience® News - Conference Issue 2025

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Expressions Card Kiosks provides on demand customizable greeting and gift card solutions via the company’s unique kiosks Customers can upload photos into over 7,000 greeting card designs and purchase a gift card from more than 300 major U S retailers – all in in under two minutes The kiosks produce the highest-quality personalized and customizable cards that combine the consumers’ need for a personalized sentimental card with a gift immediately on demand

Founded in 1848 and in its 175+ year of operation in busy travel locations, Faber is committed to the highest levels of customer service, which the company believes is demonstrated through design, product offering and a commitment to customer service As an experienced airport operator, Faber prides itself on supporting women and minority owned businesses in its operations across the U S Its experience in operating within airports and transit location throughout the country has provided it with the vision to create exciting concepts that are focused on meeting the needs of today’s travelers FIJI ® Water is a natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands) With its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel and more than double the electrolytes compared to the other two top premium bottled water brands, FIJI Water is the No 1 imported premium bottled water in the United States FIJI Water has a perfectly balanced 7 7 pH FIJI Water is available in a variety of sizes As of 2022, FIJI Water’s best-selling 500mL and 330mL bottles have transitioned to 100% recycled plastic (rPET) – bottle only Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has helped to preserve and protect the Sovi Basin and improve the lives of native Fijians Fraport USA is the developer and manager of the retail, food and beverage programs at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Terminal 5 at New York’s John F Kennedy International Airport, Nashville International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal B Fraport USA’s projects rank among the highest for passenger spending and consistently receive accolades for innovation and customer service Fraport USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fraport AG Frankfurt Airport Services Worldwide Based in Frankfurt, Germany, Fraport AG is active at some 30 airports on four continents around the globe The Grove, Inc. (TGI) is the preferred destination for in-demand cuisine, providing unrivaled service in some of the nation’s busiest and best airports TGI’s portfolio has expanded over 40+ years to include strategic partnerships in food and beverage, with everything from QSRs to full-service restaurants and bars, including local, regional, and national favorites TGI prides itself on dedicated team members and strong alliances with brands and partners With TGI, clients can depend on quick and easy access to top level management and support staff, exceptional operations, and award-winning customer service Half Moon Empanadas is an ACDBE certified fast casual restaurant concept that offers authentic, high-quality empanadas in airports across the U S Since its founding in 2008, Half Moon has grown to include 24 locations nationwide and strives to establish empanadas as an iconic American food Guided by its mission to “fuel life’s journeys,” the company is focused on strategic expansion with restaurants in 15 locations in major airports and more on the horizon The company has been recognized two years in a row as one of the Inc 5,000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America High Flying Foods is an award-winning airport concessionaire known for its groundbreaking approach to creating unique local dining experiences for the modern traveler The company’s mission is to approach each community with the same measured respect and thoughtful process that it applies in its own San Francisco Bay Area community The company seeks out local and authentic spots with cult followings and brings them to the airport in the purest form, without dilution, cut corners or compromises With 40 locations in seven major international airports across the U S , High Flying Foods is an industry leader FuelRod by Tricopian, Inc , is a leading provider of portable charging solutions that offers a seamless service to exchange depleted FuelRod chargers for fully charged ones at over 500 kiosk locations nationwide Focused on sustainability and convenience, FuelRod enhances customer experiences and provides a reliable solution for on-the-go charging needs

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