RESOLUTION NO. 250810
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Sponsor: Councilmember Kevin O’Neill
RESOLUTION - Recognizing the OHM Concession Group and their outstanding achievements at the 2025 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) Hospitality Awards.
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WHEREAS, Kansas City takes pride in celebrating the achievements of its businesses and partners who bring international recognition to our city; and
WHEREAS, OHM Concession Group, a nationally recognized airport concessions operator and key partner in Kansas City’s award-winning concessions program, has grown into one of the nation’s leading airport food and beverage concessionaires; and
WHEREAS, at the 2025 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) Hospitality Awards in Barcelona, OHM’s “The BBQ Experience” at the new Kansas City International Airport (MCI) earned both the Americas Regional Division Award and the Global Award for Best Airport Casual Dining Restaurant for airports serving up to 20 million passengers; and
WHEREAS, this marked the first time an American airport, restaurant, or concession operator has received the FAB Global Award, underscoring the historic nature of this win; and
WHEREAS, the recognition spotlighted Kansas City’s famed barbecue culture and the “Made For KC” pitmaster-in-residence program, which enhances visitor experience while elevating local culinary talent; and
WHEREAS, OHM’s achievement reflects Kansas City’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and hospitality, reinforcing its position as a city that exports its flavor, traditions, and spirit worldwide; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council recognize and celebrate OHM Concession Group for its historic dual victory at the 2025 FAB Awards—the first FAB Global Award for an American airport or operator—chosen over distinguished global finalists; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to the leadership of OHM Concession Group with the Mayor and Council offering congratulations to OHM, its staff, resident pitmasters The O.G. Bandits, Vantage Group, the Kansas City Department of Aviation, and all collaborators whose creativity and dedication elevated Kansas City International Airport’s culinary reputation on the world stage.
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