Fate, expertise, and unrelenting determination were essential factors leading Areas to win the 10-year contract at Houston Hobby. The RFP had been released and withdrawn twice before its final re-release became Areas’ opportune moment.

The vibrant, distinctive patterns that define the Vera Bradley brand are now firmly stitched into the retail offerings at Hartsfield Atlanta Airport.

Congratulations to the MSP Blue Door Pub team for winning the “Best Locally Inspired Concept” in the AXN Awards competition. Making its debut at MSP in June of 2022, The Blue Door Pub at the airport is a true representation of the first one that opened in 2008 in a small neighborhood spot in Saint Paul. And yes, that door was the color blue.

When Matthew Cunningham, Assistant GM, opened the All ATL store last month at Hartsfield-Jackson International, it was unlike any other opening he’s experienced.

Sana Nadeem has big plans for Areas as the new GM at EWR and she is eager to put them in motion.

What do you get when you cross a highly analytical, multilingual and results-driven Operations Director with the world’s most connected airport? The answer: Pascal Castiau, the new GM at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

From the craziness of operating in sports arenas to learning all about the ebb and flow of the airport environment, you could say that Jay Hackett is actually finding solace in his new role as General Manager of Minneapolis St-Paul International.

Areas is excited to announce the resurgence of our Guest Experience function and pleased that Kim Condon will take a leading role as Guest Experience Manager. She will report directly to Michele Garcia, director of learning and development as well as Human Resources.