2025 Award Recipients 

We’re proud to announce the recipients of this year’s GLC-AAAE Annual Conference awards! These outstanding individuals and organizations were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the aviation industry and the continued advancement of our region. 

ARFF Achievement Award
Captain Andy Lipari – Kansas City Fire Department

 

ARFF Valor Award
Gerald R. Ford International Airport ARFF
Fire Fighters Chris Anderson, Jordan Lambert, Cody Williams, Travis Davis, and Captain Kirk Smith

 

Emerging Professional Award
Patrick Mac Carthaigh, A.A.E. – South Bend International Airport

 

Corporate Member of the Year Award
Bob Reiser – SP+ Corporation

 

Airport Professional of the Year Award
Katie Scherer, A.A.E. – Fort Wayne International Airport

 

General Aviation Project of the Year – Architectural
Springfield-Branson National Airport – Midwest Premier Terminal Renovation

 

Commercial Aviation Project of the Year – Airfield
Rochester International Airport – Runway 31 Approach Improvements

 

Commercial Aviation Project of the Year – Architectural
Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) – Parking Garage and Skywalk

 

Commercial Aviation Project of the Year – Airfield
Indianapolis International Airport – Runway 5R-23L and Taxiway D, Strengthening and Capacity Enhancement