USA. Paradies Lagardère has extended its North American footprint with new contract wins at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL) and Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) airports, covering both retail and food & beverage operations.
The company’s latest phase of growth highlights its focus on elevating the travel experience with diverse dining and retail offerings.
Paradies Lagardère President and CEO Gregg Paradies said, “We are truly humbled by the trust that our airport partners have placed in us, and we are honoured to continue growing these relationships.
“These new opportunities allow us to do what we’re most passionate about, which is partnering with local artisans and entrepreneurs to create a genuine sense of place in each platform.”
The contracts were awarded following a competitive bid in partnership with several local, minority-owned businesses, including SJAC ATL Airport, Local Green Atlanta, The Village Retail Group, AIE, The Peach Group and Runway Concessions.
The latest retail concepts at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport include The Village Retail Market, honouring Atlanta’s Black entrepreneurs and creatives.
In collaboration with its namesake agency, Atlanta Influences Everything features locally inspired gifts that reflect the city’s distinct blend of civic, corporate and cultural understanding.
The Atlanta Beltline Marketplace celebrates the city’s vibrant neighbourhoods surrounding the popular pedestrian trail.
Enhancing the airport’s diverse dining options, ATL Farmers Market and Corner Café in Concourse A offer freshly prepared fare, including sandwiches and salads.
At Concourse B, Southern Farms Market will provide 24-hour service, and Antico Pizza Napoletana will serve its signature Neapolitan pizza.
An assorted selection of health-conscious, vegetarian and grab-and-go options will also be available in Concourse C, with the addition of Local Green Atlanta, Half Moon Empanadas, CAVA and Starbucks.
The expanded retail and dining programme is designed to offer high-quality, locally inspired experiences that celebrate Atlanta’s diverse culinary traditions and community spirit.
Reflecting its continued focus on sense of place, Paradies Lagardère’s contract wins at Dallas Fort Worth Airport celebrate the entrepreneurial drive and cultural pride found in Texas.
Among the upcoming retail openings is Lone Chimney Mercantile, a Dallas-based, family-run business offering Texas-themed Americana and locally made artisan products.
Bluebonnet Exchange will feature travel essentials, tech accessories and locally made gifts from Whiski Designs, a Go Texan-certified brand known for its hand-drawn Texas-inspired designs.
Paradies added: “We’re proud to introduce a diverse mix of dining and retail concepts that reflect each city’s unique culture and community. From supporting minority-owned businesses in Atlanta to celebrating the proud heritage of Texas in Dallas-Fort Worth, these new offerings turn everyday travel into something more meaningful for guests.” ✈
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