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Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation (CEEA)

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The Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation (CEEA) is a first-of-its-kind in the aviation industry.

CEEA will support Denver in becoming THE place that businesses come to find aviation talent.

CEEA is an integral piece to implementing DEN’s Vision 100 strategic plan, which will prepare the airport for 100 million annual passengers. The Center is located on Level 4 of the Hotel and Transit Center and is a part of the Great Hall Completion Phase.

 

CEEA Focuses on Three Key Programming Areas

Business Development Training Academy

The Training Academy gives small businesses a systematic approach to entering DEN as a subcontractor in the areas of Construction, Professional Services, Goods and Services and Concessions.

Career Pathways

The Career Pathways program offers graduated points of entry with the goal of creating an aviation talent pipeline.

Research and Innovation

The lab is designed to be a safe place for learning and trying new things for participants of all ages. Our lab provides programming and a network of innovation for all to enjoy!

CEEA is on Level 4 of the Westin Hotel and Transit Center

CEEA opened to the public in July 2026 and was  designed minority-owned design firm Studio Completiva, awarded through Stantec, and Sky Blue Builders, awarded through Hensel Phelps. These teams worked closely to deliver a world-class facility for our global community to enjoy.

Where Did Funding Come From?

The CEEA space is part of the $1.3 billion Great Hall Completion Phase.

Additional aspects of the Completion Phase included building a second Level 6 security checkpoint on the northeast side of the terminal which opened in August of 2025. It will also construct the remaining ticket lobbies at the south end of the terminal and create new meeter/greeter spaces on the south end of Level 5 and near international arrivals. Once the entire Great Hall Project is complete, there will be two security checkpoints on Level 6 as well as new ticketing lobbies for all airlines, providing enhanced security, increased capacity, improved operational efficiencies and an elevated passenger experience.

More about Major Projects and Infrastructure

CEEA’s Overarching Goals

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