09/21/2026
Brian Werst recently attended the 2026 Airports Council International-North America (“ACI-NA”) Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Based on his experience as General Counsel to the Spokane Airport Board, Brian moderated a panel with industry-leading attorneys regarding Proprietor’s Rights, which focused on the rights of airports to manage, operate, and set business terms in the best interests of their respective airport and local community. Brian also assisted with the Roundtable discussion, which had a significant focus on the use of AI. Kudos to ACI-NA and Philadelphia for hosting an incredible annual conference. Although it was a quick trip, Brian fulfilled two personal bucket-list items: a Philly Cheesesteak battle between Pat’s King of Steaks and Geno’s Steaks (both “whizwit”) and the Rocky Statue.