Association of Airport Employees

Association of Airport Employees

About Us

The Association of Airport Employees (AAE) has been an organization at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) for over 40 years. AAE’s mission is to enhance employee satisfaction and promote morale by providing employee recognition and appreciation days and other recreational activities for the benefit of employees and their families. As a 501(c)3 – 3C non-profit organization, AAE represents LAWA as a good neighbor through their contributions to various local charities. AAE is operated by an elected Board and Committee members who are LAWA employees that volunteer time to operate AAE in addition to performing their normal work duties and responsibilities. AAE has Bylaws as their primary governing document. All LAWA Employees, including the Airport Division of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office are considered members of the AAE.

EVENTS

EVENTS

May 2024 - SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline - May 17, 2024

Each year, AAE awards scholarships to dependents of full-time, civil service employees of Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) at LAX and Van Nuys Airports. As in past years, this year AAE will be awarding multiple scholarships of $1,000 to deserving students to help them further in their education, with the top two candidates receiving the Tommy Scott Memorial Scholarship of $1,500 each.

Eligible candidates must be a graduating high school senior, or a college freshman, sophomore, or junior college, or university. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 and must submit all the required documents listed on the application. Winners of two previous AAE scholarships are ineligible to apply.

Stay tuned for scholarship winners.

June 2024 - APPRECIATION

June 12, 2024 - Day Shift, Swing Shift, June 20, 2024 - Graveyard Shift

Employee Appreciation Lunch Recap

In June 2024, we came together to celebrate our dedicated and hardworking employees with an appreciation lunch that was truly memorable. The event was not just about food, but about bringing our team closer together, creating cherished memories, and fostering a sense of community.

Delicious Tacos and Treats

The culinary highlight of the event was undoubtedly the delicious tacos. Crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor, these tacos were a hit among everyone. But the feast didn't stop there. We also indulged in a variety of delectable desserts, including an assortment of pastries and refreshing ice cream, satisfying every sweet tooth present.

Reconnecting with Colleagues

One of the most treasured aspects of the appreciation lunch was the opportunity for employees to reconnect with colleagues. In today’s busy work environment, it’s rare to find time to catch up with coworkers, especially those from different departments. This event provided the perfect setting for conversations, laughter, and camaraderie, allowing everyone to strengthen their bonds.

A Celebration of Dedication

The lunch was a heartfelt thank you to each employee for their unwavering dedication and hard work. It was a chance to step back from the daily grind, enjoy some well-deserved relaxation, and celebrate the contributions that make our team so exceptional.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special day! Your efforts and commitment continue to drive our success, and we are grateful for everything you do.

We look forward to more events like this in the future, where we can come together, celebrate our achievements, and enjoy each other’s company.

Adult Holiday Party

Adriene Gray

By-Laws, Elections

Pamela Pace-Green

Special Events

Diana Ho

Gifts and Flowers

Adriana Vida. / Raquel Fierro

Picnic

Raquel Fierro

Scholarship

Charlynn Rachell

Adult Holiday Party - VNY, Van Nuys

Mike Rodrigson

Children’s Holiday Party

Stephanie Young

Ways & Means

Peggy LeGras

Budget

Danita Haynes

Clothing Committee

Ricardo Jimenez

Website/Graphic Design

Sylvia Garcia Lopez

Meet the Team

  • Korey Holmes

    PRESIDENT

  • Ricardo Jimenez

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Danita Haynes

    TREASURER

  • Diana Ho

    SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Adriene Gray

    ADULT HOLIDAY PARTY

  • Stephanie Young

    CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY PARTY

  • Sylvia Garcia Lopez

    WEBSITE/GRAPHIC DESIGN