Carmelo Benedicto worked for United Airlines for 17 years. Benedicto has been active in lAM Local Lodge 914 as shop steward, auditor and currently as an organizer. Benedicto received one of the 2021 Top Organizing Awards during the 40th IAM Grand Lodge Convention for his active involvement and contributions to the IAM’s organizing efforts. Benedicto is currently involved in the IAM’s JetBlue and Swissport Campaigns.