GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Aviation industry leaders and airline executives gathered at Lambeau Field this week for TakeOff North America 2024, an event dedicated to shaping the future of air travel.
Held in Green Bay for the first time, the conference provided a platform for local leaders to showcase the region’s contributions to the industry’s growth and development.
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Marty Piette, Airport Director at Austin Straubel International Airport in Green Bay, emphasized the significance of hosting the event locally.
“They can see the growth, they can see the commitment and the partnerships that we have with our key stakeholders, whether it’s the Chamber of Commerce or Discover Green Bay,” Piette said. “Those relationships are critical when they’re making their next decision, so I think having them here will benefit us.”
Piette noted that the airport saw nearly 10% growth in 2023 compared to the previous year, reaching pre-pandemic levels. This …
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