LAS VEGAS - WHSmith North America, a leading specialty retailer in airports across the U.S. and Canada, announces that Cascadia Collection at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has been named the 2026 Best New News & Gift Concept by Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) as part of its annual Airport Concessions Awards program. The award was presented … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America Earns Prestigious ACI-NA Award for Cascadia Collection at Vancouver International Airport
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WHSmith North America Leaders Honored With Three Prestigious 2026 AMAC Catalyst Awards
LAS VEGAS WHSmith North America, a leading specialty retailer in airports across the U.S. and Canada, announces that three of its outstanding leaders have received recognition from the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) with 2026 Catalyst Awards. This is one of the most respected honors in the aviation industry, celebrating leadership, advocacy, and dedication to … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America Leaders Honored With Three Prestigious 2026 AMAC Catalyst Awards
WHSmith North America Announces Planned Retirement of Chief Development Officer Roderick “Roddy” McOwan; Appoints Yasmin Sheriff as Successor.
LAS VEGAS — WHSmith North America announced that Roderick “Roddy” McOwan, chief development officer, has shared his intention to retire following a planned transition period. McOwan will remain with the company through the end of 2026 to ensure continuity of operations and partnerships. Yasmin Sheriff has been appointed chief development officer and will assume the role … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America Announces Planned Retirement of Chief Development Officer Roderick “Roddy” McOwan; Appoints Yasmin Sheriff as Successor.
WHSmith North America Honored at 2026 AXN Conference Awards for Locally Inspired Retail Concepts
LAS VEGAS - WHSmith North America, America’s leading specialty retailer in the airport marketplace, received recognition at the 2026 Airport Experience News (AXN) Conference Awards Ceremony for its ongoing leadership in creating authentic, locally inspired retail spaces in airports throughout the United States. The company won two major awards, including: • Best … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America Honored at 2026 AXN Conference Awards for Locally Inspired Retail Concepts
WHSmith North America Recognized as Finalist Across Multiple Categories in Airport Experience Awards
LAS VEGAS WHSmith North America, a leading specialty retailer in airports across the U.S. and Canada, is proud to announce its nominations across several major categories for the upcoming Airport Experience Awards, presented by Airport Experience News (AXN). These nominations reflect the company’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional retail experiences, elevating … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America Recognized as Finalist Across Multiple Categories in Airport Experience Awards
WHSmith North America and Solstice Sunglasses Forge Strategic Partnership, Tapping into Expanding Luxury Eyewear Market
Las Vegas, NV – WHSmith North America (WHSNA), the leading specialty retailer in the airport marketplace, announced a strategic partnership with Solstice Sunglasses to integrate premium eyewear destinations into select WHSmith locations across North America. The collaboration takes advantage of the strong growth in the US travel retail market, which is expected to reach … [Read more...] about WHSmith North America and Solstice Sunglasses Forge Strategic Partnership, Tapping into Expanding Luxury Eyewear Market
Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America Deliver Comfort to Sunrise Children’s Hospital Patients on World Teddy Bear Day, Sept. 9
Las Vegas, Nevada – On September 9, in celebration of World Teddy Bear Day, representatives from Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America visited Sunrise Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas to deliver Hope and Miles Bears to young patients personally. The special visit provided comfort and encouragement to children receiving care at the hospital, offering a moment of joy on a day … [Read more...] about Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America Deliver Comfort to Sunrise Children’s Hospital Patients on World Teddy Bear Day, Sept. 9
Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America Launch Hope the Bear
Las Vegas, Nevada (February 13, 2025) – Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America, the nation’s leading specialty retailer in the airport marketplace, announced the launch of Hope the Bear. To celebrate this occasion, the Honorable Shelley Berkley, Mayor of the City of Las Vegas, declared February 11th as Hope Day. Adorned with a helmet and goggles, a pink-trimmed aviator … [Read more...] about Miracle Flights and WHSmith North America Launch Hope the Bear