SMG Consulting brings deep experience in building community-based support for air service in tourism destinations—ensuring that local voices, economic goals, and strategic partnerships align to sustain and grow air connectivity.
Carl Ribaudo brings over thirty years of experience working with the Regional Air Service Corporation, serving the Reno-Tahoe region. His strategic leadership has helped align air service development with tourism growth, regional economic goals, and community priorities.
Air Service Development & Community Engagement
SMG Consulting brings deep expertise in aligning air service strategy with tourism development, community goals, and regional competitiveness. Our work begins by building community-based support strategies—fostering alignment across local governments, tourism organizations, and the private sector. We engage stakeholders in meaningful ways to ensure broad-based backing for air service initiatives and help communities understand the broader economic value of maintaining and expanding connectivity.
Tourism & Air Service Integration
Recognizing that successful air service is more than just flights, we help destinations integrate air service development into their tourism strategies. We analyze visitor demand, identify market gaps, and ensure that route development supports brand positioning and long-term destination growth.
Economic Impact Analysis
Our team also conducts economic impact analyses to clearly articulate the value of air service. By quantifying tourism spending, job creation, and local business support, we help stakeholders make informed decisions and advocate effectively for investment.
Regional Partnership Development
SMG fosters regional partnerships that connect airports, tourism bureaus, and economic development agencies into unified coalitions. We help these partnerships design cooperative marketing models, funding mechanisms, and joint strategies that amplify each partner’s contribution and impact.