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When you’re the MRO capital of the world and home to both world-class military bases and the ACES program, your location IS your trump card.
Kelly Barraza
Managing Editor at Site Selection Magazine
Kelly Barraza is managing editor at Site Selection Magazine. She has worked in scientific and B2B publications since 2018 and holds an English Literature degree from Georgia State University. An Atlanta native, Kelly spends her free time with her friends, pets and hobbies.
e-mail: kelly.barraza@conway.com
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