LAX celebrates inclusion of T3’s local, minority owned businesses

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports and Delta Air Lines, is celebrating the local and minority businesses powering the latest dining and retail offerings at the new Terminal 3.

They include local brands Alfred, Fat Sal’s, Homeboy, Native by Nyesha and Yakumi.

According to LAX operator, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), the milestone reflects its commitment to diverse and inclusive airport concessions, and raises the bar on local, minority and female-owned business participation at the airport, by including 22 minority business owners who are working together to deliver the best guest experience for Delta’s customers and others.

The new programme is expected to achieve Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) participation of 43% for food and beverage, and 36% for retail, outperforming the 25% and 20% project goals.

“We’re excited to offer LAX guests a range of unique, locally-inspired experiences, while supporting the growth of remarkable businesses,” says Karim Webb, president of LAX’s Board of Airport Commissioners.

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“This celebration is a testament to the power of diversity, inclusion and community engagement. These efforts are proof that our partnerships with URW and Delta Air Lines are not just about enhancing the travel experience, but prioritising and championing local and minority-owned businesses that reflect and showcase the best of Los Angeles.”

The new concessions include a mix of local favourites, celebrity-owned restaurants, the latest in travel essentials, unique gifts, and a selection of airport firsts.

Jackmont Hospitality and SoCal Concessions brought rapper Ludacris’ popular Chicken + Beer to its first LAX location. Additionally, they joined Arrington to open Native by Nyesha at LAX, a go-to spot for fresh California-inspired cuisine. Native is the winner of the 2024 Airport Experience Award for Best Local Inspired Restaurant.

“As the international gateway to Southern California, LAX should reflect the vibrant diversity of Los Angeles, and this includes the dining and retail offerings available to our guests,” enthuses LAWA CEO, John Ackerman.

“Los Angeles World Airports is thrilled to celebrate the inclusivity showcased in Terminal 3 at LAX, and proud that this vision was realised by Angelenos and community members for everyone who travels through our airport.”

Terminal 3 is also home to 100% woman-owned Gameway, the premier video gaming entertainment lounge, offering personal gaming stations and a retro-gaming bar providing a place to eat, drink and relax.