Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year, and we’re grateful for the SSP America food travel experts across the country that are the best part of every traveler’s journey.
Happy #Thanksgiving to the teams, our partners, and every traveler we’ve served along the way.
Strong teams, full plates, and hearts full of thanks. 🧡

Congratulations to Server Jessica Roman, a 2025 PASSION Award winner!
Jessica is the heart of Brooklyn Diner at LaGuardia Airport! She treats every guest like family and always delivers service with a smile. Her leadership shines through in the way she guides her teammates, takes ownership, and brings a passionate, team-first attitude to every shift.
Jessica’s dedication shines brightest when challenges arise. During a recent shift when the restaurant was understaffed, she jumped in to cover multiple roles while keeping her energy high and her attitude upbeat. Her commitment to hospitality and her ability to create a welcoming environment never go unnoticed.
Jessica’s colleagues and guests alike recognize her as someone full of passion: hardworking, hospitable, and unfailingly positive. We’re proud to celebrate her outstanding service and the joy she brings to Brooklyn Diner every day.

Congratulations to the three 2025 PASSION Cup-winning airports!
🏆Greater Rochester International Airport, led by Director of Operations David Smith
🏆Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, led by Director of Operations Denise Stratton
🏆John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 7, led by Director of Operations Fred Wolken
Each of these airport teams demonstrated exceptional dedication, teamwork, and passion throughout the year. We’re so proud of their commitment to excellence and grateful for the leadership that makes their success possible.
We can’t wait to celebrate with these teams when the PASSION Cup visits each airport in 2026!

Congratulations to our incredible 2025 PASSION Award winners! Your dedication to our global values of team, ownership, curiosity, and passion inspires us every day. We’re so grateful for everything you do to make SSP America exceptional.
🏆 Joint Venture Partner Award: Erin Clarke + Co Founder & CEO Erin Clarke Humphreys, 360 Total Concept Founder & CEO Shonda Scott
🏆 Trailblazer Award: Rebecca Newman and Bethanie Bean
🏆 Best in Class EBITDA: Dallas Love Field, Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 7
🏆 Best in Class COGs: Philadelphia International Airport, Calgary International Airport, San Francisco International Airport
🏆Best in Class Like-for-Like Sales: Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, Kelowna International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 7
🏆Best in Class Health and Safety: Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, Salt Lake City International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 7
🏆 Best in Class Retention Score: Philadelphia International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Vancouver International Airport
🏆 Top Engagement Score: Miami International Airport
🏆 Most Improved Engagement Score: Oakland International Airport
🏆Bright Star Award: Natalie Greene, Elaine Hastings, Lieryn Jacobs, Jennifer Juul, Justin Kelly, Bernadette Maramba, Julia Payne
🏆Impact Award: Leroy Manthe
🏆PASSION Award: Julia Payne, Jonathan White, Jessica Roman
🏆PASSION Cup: Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, under the direction of David Smith; Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, under the direction of Denise Stratton; John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 7, under the direction of Fred Wolken
🏆App Engagement Award: Sonia Boonstra, Scott Welding
🏆 Service from the Heart Business Partner Award: Deb-El Food Products, Quality Retail Services / North Country Business
🏆 Innovation Every Day Business Partner Award: Diageo US Spirits, TipHaus
🏆 Open to New Ideas Business Partner Award: Novolex, Shift4