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Mark Richardson is a multimedia journalist, editor and writer who has worked in digital, print and broadcast media for three decades. He is a nationally recognized editor and reporter who has covered government, politics and the environment. A journalism graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, he was recently awarded a Foundation for Investigative Journalism grant and has three Associated Press Managing Editors awards for excellence in reporting.
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ABIA meeting set for contractors
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 by Mark Richardson
The city’s Small and Minority Business Resources and Aviation departments are collaborating to inform small-business owners about upcoming projects around Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and to meet with companies that support airport operations. Business owners are invited to attend “Runway to Opportunities: Doing Business With Austin-Bergstrom International Airport” this Thursday. Attendees will hear about projects such as the terminal expansion, parking garage and ABIA retail expansion. The meeting will outline what it takes to do business at the airport and provide information about the steps required to get involved in the process. Participants will also have a chance to network with contractors and consultants who are looking for small businesses in all areas of work in and around ABIA. To RSVP, click here or call (512) 974-7677 or (512) 530-6302. The session is from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Hilton Austin Airport Hotel, 9515 Hotel Drive.
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