Flying High in Burbank - What's Next For Visit Burbank & Airport?

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Registration: 11:30am

Lunch: 12:00pm

Program: 12:45pm

Adjorn: 2:00pm

Cambria Hotel, Burbank Airport Hotel

3501 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505

On January 25, 2024, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority broke ground on a $1.2 billion new, safer, modern, and more convenient passenger terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport, a project known as “Elevate Burbank.” The new 355,000 square-foot terminal with 14 passenger gates, is scheduled to open in late 2026 and will replace the existing 1920’s terminal to meet FAA standards and improve the overall passenger experience.

The new terminal will offer a variety of options for shopping and dining, upgraded bathrooms and more space to move around. A new ticketing lobby, baggage screening system, updated TSA checkpoint and new baggage claim area will make travel easier. The design is intended to be reminiscent of a silver screen in a public plaza – a recognition of the film industry’s roots in Burbank – with other Mid-Century Modern architecture elements.

Mary Hamzoian is the Economic Development Manager for the City of Burbank and the Executive Director of Tourism and Downtown Development. For more than 20 years she has worked to develop and execute multiple programs and policies that create jobs, attract investment, retain businesses and enhance tourism spending. Her vast knowledge and expertise in the field of economic development has allowed her to create and manage multiple public-private partnerships that leverage funding from the private sector to retain businesses and enhance consumer spending in Burbank. Her multi-faceted role allows her to work together with planning, real estate, housing, homelessness and code enforcement, to maintain a safe, beautiful and thriving community in Burbank.

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Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from USC and a Masters in Business Administration from Woodbury University.

Nerissa Sugars,

Director Communications & Air Service, Hollywood Burbank Airport

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