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We look forward to connecting with you during #WAI21. Contents 2021 Virtual Conference Schedule 21 Conference Schedule (as of February 12, 2021) 22 Seminars and Workshops 24 Education Sessions Please note: All times are EST. Content will become available at the times listed below. After the conclusion Thursday, March 11 of the session, it will be available on demand to view at your own pace until Wednesday, March 31. 25 Education Sessions Friday, March 12 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 O N D E M A N D 26 Mind, Body, Spirit 8–9 p.m. WAI Chapter Reception via Zoom SESSIONS 28 Conference Sponsors (Conference registration required/ 28 Student Conference Available for the duration of by invitation only) Sponsors Sponsored by Aviation International News the conference for you to view at your own pace! 29 WAI Board THURSDAY, MARCH 11 29 Discussion Groups INDUSTRY BRIEFINGS Coffee Connect Education Sessions 29 (Available on demand to view at your own pace) View the latest schedule at 29 Meet and Greet With www.WAI.org/ 8:30–10:30 a.m. Exhibit Hall Hours the WAI Board Sponsored by FedEx Express industry-briefings. 29 Annual Membership Meet- 9–10 a.m. Coffee Connect SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS ing and Board of Directors Sponsored by Piper Aircraft • Be a Mentor. Find a Mentor. Elections 9–9:30 a.m. Aerospace Educators Workshop • Cleared for Takeoff: 30 WAI Corporate Members (Live discussion group 9:30-10 a.m.) Generating Mental Lift 32 Keynote Speakers Sponsored by AOPA While Grounded 34 WAI Pioneer Hall of Fame 10:30 a.m.–noon General Session (Presented by NGPA 36 WAI Staff Sponsored by The Company Women’s Committee) 36 Media Center • Plan and Host an Outstand- 12:30–1:30 p.m. Lunch Hour 37 Student Connect Forum ing GIAD Event Sponsored by UPS 37 YoPro Connect Forum 1:30–3 p.m. Professional Development Seminar— MIND, BODY, SPIRIT 37 WAI Mentor Connect Developing True Grit • Virtual Yoga With 37 WAI Jobs Connect Sponsored by Michelin Aircraft Tires Eileen Simoneau 37 Industry Briefings Annual WAI Membership Meeting 2–3 p.m. • Introduction to Mindfulness 38 Authors Connect 2–4 p.m. Exhibit Hall Hours & Meditation with Lee 38 Jazz With Wings Band Sponsored by FedEx Express Lee Papa 39 Silent Auction • Journey on a Cloud with Lee 3:30–5 p.m. Professional Development Seminar— WAI Chapters Lee Papa 40 Perspective vs. Perception: WAI Chapter Events You Didn't Hear What I Said I Meant 42 Sponsored by Collins Aerospace 43 Girls in Aviation Day Reno Virtual Exhibit Hall 4–5 p.m. Student Connect Forum 44 Sponsored by Collins Aerospace 46 WAI Conference 2022 5–6:30 p.m. WAI Chapter Leadership Workshop Sponsored by Netflix Aviation FRIDAY, MARCH 12 Join the Education Sessions (Available on demand to view at your own pace) conversation! Help share the excitement of 8–9:30 a.m. How to Start a WAI Chapter attending the virtual 32nd Annual 8:30–10:30 a.m. Exhibit Hall Hours International Women in Aviation Sponsored by FedEx Express Conference by posting, sharing, 9–10 a.m. Coffee Connect and liking on social media using Sponsored by / the hashtags 9–10:30 a.m. Build Chapter Partnerships—Fundraise Like a Pro #WAI21 #IamWAI Sponsored by Go Rentals 10:30 a.m.–noon General Session #WomeninAviation Sponsored by CAE 12:30–1:30 p.m. Pioneer Hall of Fame Ceremony Sponsored by MIAT College of Technology 1:30–3 p.m. Professional Development Seminar—Virtually Successful Sponsored by /Horizon Air 2–4 p.m. Exhibit Hall Hours Sponsored by FedEx Express 4–5 p.m. Young Professionals Connect Forum Sponsored by Executive Jet Management

MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 21 SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS

Cleared for Professional Development Seminars Takeoff: Developing True Grit Generating Sponsored by Michelin Aircraft Tires Mental Lift Presented by Susan Bartlett, The Boeing Company While Grounded THURSDAY, MARCH 11 • 1:30–3 p.m. Colleges, universities, and employers spend a lot of time and money trying to figure out who will do well at their institutions or businesses. What is common among interviews with high achievers is that it is critically important—and not at all easy—to keep going after failure. Persistence matters. Rejection and failure may not be easy to absorb, but if you have a rational reason to believe that what you have to offer is of value, then showing up and trying, again and again, is a critical part of any strategy for success. Persistence and passion are the keys to unlocking a grittier you. This session will give the attendees a roadmap for developing true grit.

Perspective vs. Perception: You Didn’t Hear What I Said I Meant Sponsored by Collins Aerospace Presented by Dr. Timothy Lewis, The Boeing Company Presented by NGPA’s THURSDAY, MARCH 11 • 3:30–5 p.m. Women’s Committee A discussion of how we communicate with individuals through the dynamic meaning of our Panelists: Casey Fuller, dialog. Learn how the connotation of words becomes distorted through personal filters Natascha Fuller, Reini of each person’s perception and perspective. As we communicate, the unintentional Thijssen, Kiersten Orrick bias of each person changes their perspective of the dialog and ultimately changes the An interactive and empow- perception of the conversation. We will discuss how to recognize and objectively assess ering discussion highlighting a situation to identify the common bias that will help guide positive discussions with the the importance of prioritizing intended message and results. We will learn to leverage diversity through interactive learn- mental health and the need ing and develop tools that can be applied for success. for minority groups to remain connected throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This dis- Virtually Successful cussion will be facilitated by Sponsored by Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air the NGPA’s Women’s Com- Presented by Cynthia Guy and Kathleen Phillips, The Boeing Company mittee featuring two promi- FRIDAY, MARCH 12 • 1:30–3 p.m. nent mental health provid- What is really needed to succeed in a virtual environment? It’s more ers sharing their knowledge than just having the right tools. It’s the ability to connect effectively and experience navigating with others. In this session, we will focus on strengthening the inter- self-care, neurochemical un- personal skills needed to succeed in a virtual environment. You will derstanding, and resources become familiar with various behavioral styles, understand your com- available. They will empha- munication filters, and explore strategies that can be used to produce size the mental health aspect positive outcomes. of isolation and our reliance on virtual programming. You won’t want to miss this ses- sion and will learn to tackle Aerospace Educators Workshop mental health stigma within the aviation community. Sponsored by AOPA Presented by FAA AVSED Team THURSDAY, MARCH 11 • 9–9:30 a.m. (Live discussion group 9:30–10 a.m.) With a predicted shortage of skilled employees for the growing number of aerospace jobs, it is im- portant that we develop programs that inspire students to pursue aviation careers. Join us for a panel discussion featuring aviation education experts who will share a simple, hands-on activity that can be brought into the classroom to teach aviation STEM skills.

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Follow your interests during WAI2021, and pick the education sessions that will help further your Education dreams and goals. Topics include Career, Flying, History, Innovation, Maintenance/Tech Ops, Military, and Personal Development. Sessions These sessions will be on-demand, pre-recorded and available in the virtual platform to watch at your own pace. On Thursday, March 11, 15 education session videos will be released, and on Friday, March 12, Schedule: an additional 14 videos will be released. This content will be available after the conference ends through THURSDAY, Wednesday, March 31. MARCH 11 Career Summiting: One Woman’s Journey to Thursday Career Flying Forward Together: Aviation Couples Becoming a Chief Engineer Sponsored by UPS Building Resiliency and Promoting Progress Friday, March 12 • Flying Forward Together Thursday, March 11 Presented by Lynda Allen • Amending the Flight Plan Moderator: Afton Brown Some 35 years of exciting aerospace work teaches the long view can • Resumes, Interviews, and Panelists: Susie Valentin and Christopher Foote, Brandi stay fixed on the peak, but plans and actions to get there must be Follow-Up, Oh My! and Daniel King, Jenny and Jesse Miller, Katherine Dixon agile and adaptive. Lynda will share some formative twists and turns • Soaring to Your Potential and Mike Morse from her career. She will speak about lessons learned along the The more open and vulnerable we are about our struggles as way––from her start as a female engineer, facing deeply ingrained individuals and couples, the less of a stigma our failures and struggles stereotypes, through diverse bravery-building mid-career experi- Thursday Flying have. Plus, the more we share our experiences through our networks, ences––and how mentors and assignments helped shape her path Sponsored by Walmart the more empowered and stronger we become. When we gain to expanding leadership roles and responsibilities. While Lynda’s • Pilot Talent Diversity strength as individuals, couples, and communities, our collective journey to become a chief engineer was her chosen summit, her voice becomes louder. We then have more power to change and lessons and skills learned along the way are useful for many other Thursday History make progress in our industry, specifically with issues affecting aspirational peaks. dual-flying career couples. These four couples share their struggles, Sponsored by Textron Aviation Leading an Engaged and Inspired Team • Women’s Place in Space failures, and ultimate success stories to inspire and provide hope to other aviation couples. Friday, March 12 Presented by MaryAlice Gallagher and Modina Williams Thursday Innovation Amending the Flight Plan: Navigating Mid- For organizations to prosper and be competitive, they need to Sponsored by Gulfstream Aerospace Career Course Changes continually improve. One of the key requirements to promoting such a culture is putting people first through consistent and thoughtful Corporation Thursday, March 11 • Why Stop at Earth When You Presented by Robin Kardon employee engagement. This presentation will discuss research and Can Reach Space? What do you do when your career trajectory changes? How do you provide examples of successful organizations that have inspired and • Becoming an Aviation change that trajectory yourself? How can you take the training and fostered an environment that encourages ownership and innovation. Entrepreneur experience you have in aviation and apply it in another career? This The information will help your planning to reap the benefits of an presentation will help attendees navigate the turbulent employment engaged and inspired workforce. landscape in aviation today. Thursday Maintenance/ Career Opportunities in the Business and Tech Ops Resumes, Interviews, and Follow-Up, Oh My! Corporate Aviation Industry Sponsored by ConocoPhillips Aviation Thursday, March 11 Friday, March 12 • Airworthiness Defined Moderator: Gabrielle Palmas Moderator: Ava Shubat • Preventive Maintenance Panelists: Sheryl Barden, Destry Jacobs, Martin Rottler Panelists: Anna Chadwick, Amanda Ferraro, This session, organized by WAI YoPro Connect, is aimed at young Rucsandra Mihai professionals and those who may need a refresher after time away Business and corporate aviation offers many exciting aviation career Thursday Military from the industry. Students may find this session educational as well. opportunities! Whatever your skills or dreams, this rewarding seg- Aviation Our speakers—both job seekers and professional resume review- ment of the industry has a place for you. This interactive discussion Sponsored by Gulfstream Aerospace ers—will review how to build a professional aviation resume and will feature a briefing on business and corporate aviation, industry Corporation discuss interview do’s and don’ts from both sides. We will also share and networking resources, and each panelist’s path to her current • Nonpilot Flying Careers in successful tools on how to follow up with mentors, job prospects, and career. These professionals will share their stories of quality of life the Military after an interview. and work/family balance, job satisfaction, why they chose business aviation, and their typical day on the job. Guided questions will be Soaring to Your Potential asked to the panelist by the moderator, and then questions will be Thursday Personal taken from panel attendees. Thursday, March 11 Development Moderator: Sadie Perez Sponsored by NATCA Panelists: Alyce Hood-Fleming, Deloris Martin, Flying • Show Up for Yourself Ali McDermott, Raina Price Pilot Talent Diversity: Minority Barriers • Financial Stability in Female FAA supervisors and executives will speak about their unique Unexpected Turbulence career paths as well as the opportunities available in their specific Hindering the Majority • Finding the Right Balance for lines of business. Thursday, March 11 You and Your Family Presented by Jacqueline Davidson • Checkride-itis Pilot Panel Industry metrics show a large gender gap in today’s pilot population. Friday, March 12 We will explore the responsibility industry players have in creating a Moderator: Becky Howell more diverse pilot ecosystem by examining the current barriers for Panelists: Nivedita Bhasin, Caitlin Bute, Evey Cormican, minorities pursuing careers in aviation. During this presentation, we Michelle Hovey, Annie Mattos, Mary Poplawski will focus on the challenges around inspiring the next generation of During the first half of the session, commercial airline pilots from pilots while retaining existing talent. We will share real-life experi- various airlines talk about their experiences building time and sharing ences that limited certain groups from remaining active in their their stories for handling job-related challenges. The second half of careers as aviatrixes, in order to analyze how we have hindered the the session is dedicated to answering questions from WAI2021 at- growth of pilots. As we examine these barriers, we will analyze the tendees. Topics include the transition from military to civilian/airline role diversity plays in business profitably and employee satisfaction flying, passenger versus cargo carrier flying, corporate flying experi- to drive better outcomes. Learners will better understand––through ences, and family issues related to an airline career. emphasizing diversity––how to be agents of change.

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The Future of Electric Flight Flying (continued) Thursday, March 11 #50FlyGirlInterviews Presented by Dr. Anita Sengupta Education Friday, March 12 The aviation sector currently represents only a small percentage of Presented by Lynsey Howell total CO2 emissions worldwide. With ground-based transportation Sessions I set out on a mission to interview 50 female pilots to find out why some shifting to electric vehicles and government targets to reduce net became successful while others quit. Is there one special thing we all emissions by 2050, aviation is also on a path toward decarbonization. Schedule have in common? What kept her from quitting after failing her ATP Dr. Sengupta will review the aviation use case from general aviation, checkride? What does her support system look like? Am I the only one to urban air mobility, to regional transport, based on the latest data. F R I D A Y , who struggles with imposter syndrome? Where does her confidence She will present an overview of the electric aircraft that currently come from? I have interviewed pilots from all sectors, and it’s amazing exist from drones, to single engine , and eVTOL. She will MARCH 12 what happens when we come together to share in the vulnerabilities of explore the different technologies on the horizon that will make emis- our struggles and our successes. sion free flight a reality. Friday Career Hot Topics in Aviation Law Drones: Gateway Into Aviation Sponsored by UPS • Airline Pilot Panel Friday, March 12 Friday, March 12 Presented by Alan Farkas Presented by Aimee Mestre • Becoming a Chief Engineer Aviation attorney Alan L. Farkas of SmithAmunsen Aerospace in Chi- Less than 10% of women are involved in flying. Studies are conduct- • Leading an Engaged Team cago will discuss current legal issues of concern to our membership, ed, factors analyzed, yet even with targeted campaigns to increase • Business and Corporate including handling calls and letters from the FAA, ramp checks, the presence of women in aviation, the numbers are slow to increase. Aviation Careers BasicMed, aircraft registration and sales, drug testing, drug and alco- Why is this? What underlying factors are being missed that might hol reporting, accident reporting, formal certificate actions, remedial alter this trend? Is there a better conduit to reach into the general populace and expand aviation awareness? Drones present a solution Friday Flying training, UAS issues, and the aviation safety reporting system (aka ASRS Sponsored by Walmart to these questions, a platform enabling the ability of the aviation or NASA reports). Alan and his colleagues at SmithAmundsen Aero- • #50FlyGirlInterviews space provide WAI’s legal benefit program to WAI members including community to overcome the intimidation factor of flight training. free consultation and a discount on fees if you require their services. These unmanned aerial systems are an untapped resource in creating • Hot Topics in Aviation Law a gateway into aviation. History Friday History Maintenance/Tech Ops Sponsored by Textron Aviation Women’s Place in Space • Suff Birds Airworthiness Defined Thursday, March 11 Presented by Loretta Hall Thursday, March 11 In 1962, John Glenn explained all of NASA first astronauts were men Presented by Bill Russo Friday Innovation Sponsored by Gulfstream Aerospace because of “our social order.” But there have always been excep- Many can define the term airworthiness correctly, but few can tell Corporation tions—women who inserted themselves into space exploration by you where this definition can be found, and fewer still can explain virtue of their curiosity and abilities. This presentation describes the exactly what the definition means. Considering that this term lies at • Drones work of a selection of such women and explores how their activities the core of all regulations governing aviation maintenance and opera- related their societies’ norms (American and Soviet/Russian) from tions, it is vital that we work together to spread awareness so that Friday Maintenance/ the 1930s through the early 21st century. The presentation also the number of inadvertent regulatory infractions occurring on a daily summarizes how spaceflight affects men and women in both similar basis across the country can be reduced. Tech Ops Sponsored by and dissimilar ways. Preventive Maintenance: What Can an ConocoPhillips Aviation Suff Birds: The Aviation Arm of the Suffrage Owner Do? • Being One of the Few Army Thursday, March 11 Friday, March 12 Moderator: Bill Russo Friday Military Presented by Terri Wesemann Panelists: Lynn Ashland, Tamara Griffith Sponsored by Gulfstream Aerospace Aeroplanes moved the suffrage battle beyond the boundary of earth Many aircraft owners take pride in performing as much work on their Corporation and into the limitless sky. From 1909 to 1919, the suffrage movement own aircraft as possible, but all too often these repairs and modifica- • Women in Combat Operations used unprecedented tactics by combining the first aviatrixes and tions do not fall into the category of preventive maintenance. This • Military Women in Space society’s infatuation with flight with their own publicity stunts, which panel discussion will define preventive maintenance and will rely on elevated their message, reached a larger audience, and helped win our industry expertise to provide anecdotal examples of the types of the vote for women in 1919. Suff Birds, as the media nicknamed them, work that aircraft owners can and can’t do to their aircraft. Friday Personal risked their lives for a cause they believed in and, at the same time, Development showed women not only deserved the right to vote, but also deserved Being One of the Few—Only Female on the Sponsored by NATCA the right to fly. Maintenance Crew • Brain Power Friday, March 12 • Your Authentic Presence Innovation Moderator: Cindy Rodina • Everyone Communicates; Panelists: Lynette Ashland, Shannon Kniceley, Hayley Myroup Few Connect Why Stop at Earth When You Can Reach Space? A&P school is challenging for women pursuing this career. With Thursday, March 11 school completed, the next chapter of life is at hand. All excited Moderators: Kayleigh Bowers, Laura Doyle, for a new career, the challenges begin. If someone says or does Heidi Moore something that makes you feel uncomfortable, how do you handle Panelists: Lynda Allen, Dawn Beyer, Kristine Farley, it? Who do you talk to? What happens if you speak up? Attend our Carolyn Overmeyer, Sallyann Sechrist, Robin Yeman panel discussion with seasoned female technicians from different You are invited to hear personal stories and lessons learned from facets of aviation. Many have been in similar situations; how did technical leaders, fellows, and chief engineers with unique and they handle it? Share your experiences, and learn from each other. inspiring career paths that traverse engineering realms of aerospace, We are in this together! chemical, mechanical, software, systems, and everything in between. You will also learn about the importance of innovation and putting a defense mission first as we use software and transform a hardware company to think digitally and create value. What does it look like to leverage commonality to create spacecraft and missiles of the future?

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Finding the Right Balance for You and Your Military Family Mind, Body, Nonpilot Flying Careers in the Military Thursday, March 11 Thursday, March 11 Moderator: Kandy Bernskoetter and Spirit Moderator: Stephanie Lucas Panelists: Sara Baer, Mollie Osborn, Kaori Paris, Panelists: Tracie Garcia, Karen Moore, Emily O’Neil, Brenda Catherine Rainey Virtual Yoga Rodriguez, Randi Vannyhuis, Alyssa Wilson With an increasing female interest in STEM-based education, more On demand This session will explore the many nonpilot aircrew positions in the women are entering a male-dominated industry where they face Sponsored by ConocoPhillips Global military for both officers and enlisted ranks. Panel members will unique personal challenges. Women, generally the primary family Aviation represent many of these career specialties and share their experi- caretakers, must find ways to juggle parental duties and manage a household while simultaneously dealing with opinions that make Class will be led by Eileen ences and insight. Emphasis will be placed on how to enter and qualify for these positions, what the missions entail, and how that them feel like they are choosing a career over family. This often leads Simoneau with Chart it All and career will progress. to choices that stall or end career advancement. Hear how four is appropriate for all skill levels. women in different phases of their careers have adapted the tradi- tional family roles of mother, wife, and caregiver to strike a healthy Beginners are welcome! Women in Combat Operations Friday, March 12 work-home balance that is right for them and their families. Moderator: Samantha Weeks Panelists: Christine Durham, Kimberly Hoffman, Checkride-itis: How to Overcome Fear & Natasha Ryan, Courtney Vidt Anxiety Join us for this very popular education session. Meet women from Thursday, March 11 all military services representing fighters, bombers, and attack, Presented by Dr. Janette McMurtrie rotary-wing, and drone aircraft. They will share their real-world Acquire tools to strengthen confidence and lower anxiety when combat experiences during this panel discussion. Learn about the it comes to checkrides. Gain insight to the stressors of aviation, issues they face, including training, aircraft capabilities, mission pilot personality, and how fear and anxiety affect our mental status planning, command and control, mission execution, as well as family preparing for a checkride. With increased knowledge, pilots can and social issues. potentially control the stress and manage the negative effects leading to checkride-itis. This session is expected to be an educational aid for Military Women in Space—Then & Now pilots and future aviators by providing an insight into preparing for a Friday, March 12 checkride, aviation stressors, negative talk versus positive talk, and Moderator: Peggy Carnahan how to have a successful checkride. Panelists: Anna Gunn-Golkin, , Laura Radley In 1993, then-U.S. Air Force Maj. Susan Helms became the first Brain Power: Improve Your Performance as military woman in space. After five space missions, including a tour a Student, Decision-Maker, and Leader Mindfulness & on the International Space Station and a record-setting space walk, Friday, March 12 she left NASA and returned to the Air Force to assist in incorporating Presented by Stacey Jackson Meditation space into support for the warfighter. Since then, the U.S. Air Force The human brain is powerful, yet fallible. It is subject to many percep- Available only on Thursday, Space Command has now evolved into the U.S. Space Force. This tion errors and processing barriers that can result in subpar, and even March 11, and Friday, March 12 panel explores now-retired Lt. Gen. Helms’s experiences to illustrate dangerous, human decisions or actions. Improving these aspects of the roots of military women in space and connects the experiences of human performance begins with an understanding of how the brain Join Lee Papa for two current members of the U.S. Space Force to examine the many oppor- perceives, processes, and evaluates information, and the associated sessions of Mindfulness & tunities for women to serve in the U.S. Space Force. situations where errors are common. Learning preventive and mitiga- Meditation including an tion strategies allows aviation and aerospace students as well as professionals to improve their ability to accurately process informa- introduction and Journey Personal Development tion, evaluate their situations, make timely and accurate decisions, on a Cloud. Show Up for Yourself effectively communicate, and become better students and leaders. Thursday, March 11 Presented by Ashley Alexandra Recchione Elevating Your Authentic Presence, The session is geared toward learning how to leverage your authentic Communication, and Influence self to achieve success––not just in your profession but also in your Friday, March 12 personal life. Understanding how to use the three traits of patience, Presented by Stephanie Goetz discipline, and tenacity, we will review examples of leaders who have The way you communicate and how you are perceived have a much been able to turn challenges into opportunities, allowing the audi- bigger impact than you think. These are valuable skills that anyone ence to reframe their perceptions. Learn how to set the bar higher by can refine and master with proper training. You will learn the best removing barriers, turning what if into why not. techniques for excellent communication and influential presence from award-winning communication and presence expert and pilot Financial Stability in Unexpected Stephanie Goetz of Goetz Communications. Stephanie coaches Turbulence C-suite leaders, pilots, and executives at Fortune 500 companies on Thursday, March 11 how to be more dynamic, influential, and impactful in their interac- Moderator: Kat Schraeder tions. You will learn the skills of embracing authenticity and finding Panelists: Taylor Brown, Kristi Cherry, Michelle Yates the confidence to communicate with gravitas, and learn the keys to The world has seen many challenges and changes as a result of CO- having lasting influence. VID-19 that are likely to affect us for years to come. This is especially true for many of us financially, due to turbulence in the aviation Everyone Communicates; Few Connect industry and economy at large. Join our panel of aviation and finance Friday, March 12 experts to find out how you can protect yourself during uncertain Presented by Sondra Radcliffe times, how to set yourself up for success in the future, and what According to Harvard Business Review, the number one criterion they’ve learned from past events to weather the storm in any finan- for advancement and promotion is the ability to communicate cial environment. While we can’t predict the future, this session can effectively. If you want to succeed, you must learn how to connect help you feel more informed and prepared for whatever comes next. with people. And while it may seem like some people are just born with it, the fact is anyone can learn how to make every communica- tion an opportunity for a powerful connection. You can learn how to identify with people and relate to others in a way that increases your influence with them. To be a successful leader, you need to learn to communicate in a way that connects with others.

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WAI2021 CONFERENCE SPONSORS

Thank You Thank You for the Support, Sponsors for Generous WAI2021 Sponsors! Investing in (as of February 12, 2021) Our Student PRESENTING Members! The Boeing Company Each year WAI members are U.S. Air Force given the opportunity to help a student experience the fantastic networking and educational opportunities of PREMIER the conference by electing to Americas sponsor a student registration. Your financial support is EAA helping to create the future Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation aviation/aerospace workforce. JSX NetJets/NJASAP UPS

CONTRIBUTING Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air CAE Collins Aerospace ConocoPhillips Global Aviation FedEx Express General Atomics Lockheed Martin MIAT College of Technology NATCA Solairus Aviation Textron Aviation U.S. Customs & Border Protection Walmart

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS AOPA American Express Aviation International News Executive Jet Management Go Rentals Michelin Aircraft Tires Netflix Aviation Piper Aircraft Pratt & Whitney Redbird Flight Simulations Wings Financial Credit Union

28 THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE • MARCH 11-12, 2021 WAI BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Discussion Groups During WAI2021 Allison McKay Linda Markham Deborah Hecker Michaela Lucas Board Member Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary Connect with: CEO President and Chief Senior Manager Flight Associate Director Chapters Women in Aviation Administrative Officer Operations-Policy and NASA Space Grant and Sponsored by NetJets International Cape Air/ Procedures EPSCoR Programs, Nantucket Airlines Nebraska New Members Sponsored by Cape Air

Scholarships Sponsored by Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

WAI Board of Directors YoPro Members Sponsored by Solairus Aviation

Deborah Baugh Andrea Berry Brian Bolt Lauren Garcia Treasurer Board Member Board Member Board Member WAI Lifetime Member Owner Manager, Fleet Aviation Artist and WAI Music City Anber Agency Common Programs and Chapter President New Hire Indoctrination Coffee Connect Grab your favorite morning beverage and start your day networking with other confer- ence attendees! Kick off each day with lively connections. T H U R S D A Y , Rhonda Larance Brittney Tough Abingdon Mullin Marci Veronie MARCH 11 Board Member Board Member Board Member Board Member Coffee Connect

Marketing Head of Marketing and CEO Senior Vice President, 9–10 a.m. Manager Training The Abingdon Co. Sales and Marketing, Sponsored by Piper Aircraft Boeing Global Services CloudAhoy Avemco Insurance Co. F R I D A Y , MARCH 12 Annual Membership Meeting and Coffee Connect 9–10 a.m. Board of Directors Elections Sponsored by Alaska Airlines/ THURSDAY, MARCH 11 Horizon Air 2–3 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend the annual Women in Aviation In- ternational membership meeting. Hear about the latest new programs, benefits, and initiatives planned for 2021. Shannon Weidekamp Board members Deborah Hecker, Michaela Lucas, and Marci Veronie Board Member are up for reelection. Chief Strategy and This year’s voting will be held through an electronic ballot emailed to Innovation Officer all active members. Results will be announced during the Crew Aviation LLC Annual Membership Meeting.

MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 29 WAI CORPORATE MEMBERS

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F R I D A Y , MARCH 12 THURSDAY LUNCH HOUR Friday 12:30–1:30 p.m. General Session ‘Fab Five’ U.S. Coast Guard female pilots Sponsored by CAE Currently the only African American female aviators in the U.S. Coast Guard—the Fab Five— Hélène Gagnon will share their experiences during a lunchtime panel discussion with moderator Allison McKay, Dr. Heather Wilson WAI CEO. Meet Cdr. Jeanine Menze, Lt. Cdr. La’Shanda Holmes, Lt. Cdr. Chanel Lee, Lt. Cdr. Angel Hughes, and Lt. Ronaqua Russell and learn how they are serving their country as Coast Guard pilots Montserrat Barriga while remaining an inspiration to themselves and to others. They will also highlight the newest avi- ator to this team—LTJG Jordyn Tolefree. S A T U R D A Y , While each pilot has her own unique story of accomplishments, Cdr. Menze is the Coast Guard’s MARCH 13 first black female aviator and currently flies the C-130; Lt. Cdr. Holmes is the Coast Guard’s first black Female leaders of female helicopter pilot the U.S. Air Force and flies the H-65; Lt. Cdr. Lee is also a heli- Thunderbirds copter pilot flying the H-60; Lt. Cdr. Hughes serves as an aircraft commander and in- structor pilot on the C-144; and Lt. Russell received the Air Medal for her heroic efforts during hurricanes Har- vey, Maria, and Irma and flies the C-144.

32 THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE • MARCH 11-12, 2021 GENERAL SESSION SPEAKERS

FRIDAY MARCH 12 10:30 a.m.–noon Thank You! Virtual Auditorium Sponsored by United Airlines Virtual Tote Bag Sponsored by United Airlines Registration Sponsored by NetJets/NJASP Helene Gagnon Montserrat Barriga Exhibit Hall CAE Senior Vice President, Public Affairs, ERA Director General Sponsored by FedEx Express Global Communications, and Corporate Social Responsibility Montserrat Barriga has led the trade association Thursday General Session Sponsored by Boeing European Regions Airline Association (ERA) since Since 2015, Hélène Gagnon has managed CAE’s November 2017 as director general. Thursday Lunch Hour brand and reputation including public affairs, Under her leadership, ERA—representing more Sponsored by UPS web and social media presence, and corpo- than 60 airlines and 150 associate members, in- Friday General Session rate events, as well as issues and crisis man- cluding manufacturers, airports, suppliers, and Sponsored by CAE agement. In her role as senior vice president, aviation service providers—works on behalf of its Pioneer Hall of Fame public affairs, global communications, and cor- members to represent their interests before Eu- Ceremony porate social responsibility, Hélène leads CAE’s rope’s major regulatory bodies, governments, and Sponsored by MIAT College Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) roadmap legislators to encourage and develop long-term of Technology and is a member of the company’s executive and sustainable growth for the sector and industry. Thursday and Friday management committee. Montserrat is responsible to ERA’s board for The Daily She also strengthens relationships and com- the delivery and implementation of ERA’s strate- Sponsored by JSX munications with key internal and external stake- gy and the association’s advocacy work on policy Media Center holders worldwide including CAE’s 10,000 em- and technical matters, including key industry mat- Sponsored by Redbird Flight ployees, media, communities, and governments. ters such as sustainable connectivity. Simulations

T H U R S D A Y , MARCH 11 Coffee Connect 9–10 a.m. Dr. Heather Wilson Sponsored by Piper Aircraft Former Secretary of the U.S. Air Force Dr. Heather Wilson became the 11th president Active in community and national affairs, F R I D A Y , of The University of at El Paso in 2019 af- Dr. Wilson is a member of the National Sci- MARCH 12 ter serving as secretary of the United States Air ence Board, which oversees the National Sci- Coffee Connect Force. She is the former president of the South ence Foundation, and she chairs the Wom- 9–10 a.m. Dakota School of Mines & Technology, and she en in Aviation Advisory Board of the Federal Sponsored by Alaska Airlines/ represented New Mexico in the U.S. Congress Aviation Administration (FAA). She has also Horizon Air for 10 years. Dr. Wilson has also worked in the served on several corporate, nonprofit, and private sector, serving as a senior adviser to de- advisory boards. fense and scientific industry.

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MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 33 WAI PIONEER HALL OF FAME

Joan-Robinson Berry Retired Maj. Gen. Carol Timmons Previous Inductees 1992 Moya Lear Emily Howell Warner Fay Gillis Wells Edna Gardner Whyte Jeana Yeager

1993 Nancy Hopkins Tier Bobbi Trout Women Airforce Service Pilots

1994 Joan Robinson-Berry retired as vice president Retired Maj. Gen. Carol Timmons was the first Mary Feik and chief engineer for Boeing Global Services woman to lead the National Guard Evelyn Bryan Johnson Jessie Woods in June 2020. Her accomplishments are numer- and was the adjutant general from 2017 to ous in the field of aerospace during her 33-year 2019. Carol was responsible for the mission 1995 career that has broken barriers and elevated readiness of all Wally Funk the industry. Joan’s trailblazing began early— Delaware Nation- Jean Ross Howard she was the first al Guard units to Nadine Jeppesen African American include more than 1996 Lorna DeBlicquy from her child- 1,500 soldiers and Audrey Poberezny Fellow Lady Astronaut Trainees hood neighbor- 1,100 airmen for hood to graduate both federal and 1997 from college with state missions. Betty Skelton an engineering Beginning her Patty Wagstaff degree. Joan was military career in Navy Women Navigators (WAVES) the first female 1977, Carol was an 1998 Loretta Jones engineering grad- enlisted member Jacqueline L. Smith uate at California of the Delaware The Whirly-Girls Inc. State Polytechnic Air National Guard, and was the first female air 1999 University, Pomona, and the first African Amer- policeman for the 166th Airlift Wing. She lat- Arlene Elliott Gloria Heath ican program manager at McDonnell Douglas. er transferred to the Army National Guard and At the Boeing Com- earned her commission in 1980, followed by June D. Maule pany, she was the her Army and Air Force pilot wings. Carol ac- 2000 Katherine Cheung first African Ameri- crued more than 5,200 flight hours in C-130 and Marion P. Jayne can on the Boeing C-141 military cargo aircraft and the UH-1 Huey Louise McPhetridge Thaden Engineering Pro- 2001 cess Council, the Mary Barr Ann Baumgartner Carl first Boeing Fellow Elizabeth (Betty) Pfister to the African Sci- Elinor Smith entific Institute, 2002 Soviet Air Women of WWII and the first Afri- Fiorenza de Bernardi Julie Clark can American vice Doris Lockness president on the Blanche Stuart Scott Shared Services Leadership Team. 2003 100 Most Influential Women in Aviation and Aerospace

2004 Rosella Bjornson Ann Lewis Cooper Arlene B. Feldman Nelda K. Lee Dorothy Swain Lewis

2005 helicopter, including more than 400 combat Sandra L. Anderson Anne Bridge Baddour flight hours. Carol died at age 62 on August 2, Colleen C. Barrett 2020, and will be remembered fondly as a life- Barbara Erickson Florene Miller Watson time member and supporter of Women in Avia- tion International, as well as the epitome of a public servant.

34 THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE • MARCH 11-12, 2021 U.S. Marine Corps’

First Class of Women Aviators 2006 Fran Bera Jeanne Holm Galina Korchuganova Betty Mullis Betty Jane Williams

2007 Deanna Brasseur Iris Cummings Critchell Marie Marvingt

2008 Jeanne Woodfin Geraldine (Jerrie) Mock Margaret Ringenberg U.S. Marine Corps’ of Women Avia- tors is a group of 10 trailblazers who represent During the , these women displayed 2009 the first women to go through pilot and naval the pioneering spirit, persistence, and courage Patricia Malone flight officer training in the U.S. Marine Corps. to earn their place in U.S. Army aviation. Their Ruth Nichols Dawn Seymour Marine women tenacity and determination to overcome obsta- Anna Timofeyeva-Yegorova were allowed to cles helped immeasurably in gaining success- 2010 fly in 1993 after ful acceptance Trish Beckman Vice Adm. Vivien Crea the repeal of the and integration of Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann Alice du Pont Mills combat exclu- women into U.S. Kathryn (Kathy) Sullivan sion law. These Army aviation. 2011 10 women served These 10 wom- Dr. Peggy Chabrian L. Tammy Duckworth their country with en sacrificed po- Maj. Gen. Susan J. Helms pride and deter- tential success Mary Ann Martin Wyall mination during of proven career Christine Westrich 2012 multiple deploy- paths in other First Women’s National Air Derby Pilots ments in both active and reserve assignments. specialities to ac- Bernice (Bee) Falk Haydu These pioneering women include Lt. Col. Sar- cept the risk of Elizabeth (Elsie) MacGill Mary Magdalene (Maggie) Maga ah “Dimes” Deal, Lt. Col. Traci “Powder” Hoff- a new and ex- Alison Thompson 2013 man, Capt. Susan “Xena” Jenkins, Maj. Me- tremely challeng- Lt. Col. Karen Fuller Brannen linda “Tink” Rizer Gould, Col. Alison “Rocky” ing road filled with Mary Frances Silitch WAI Founding Board Members Thompson, Maj. Donna “Gidget” Hesterman, countless obsta- 2014 Col. Karen Fuller “Stump” Brannen, Capt. cles. None of these Dr. Nancy J. Currie Beryl Markham Jeanne “Xena” Woodfin, Maj. Keri “NAG” Ber- women had the Dr. Sally K. Ride man, Maj. Christine “Mulan” Westrich. benefit of being Sheila Scott The next year, five women entered the War- assigned with oth- 2015 Priscilla (Pat) Blum rant Officer Aviation Program at the same lo- er female aviators cation. These women followed the same aca- providing support, Deanie and Nancy Parrish demic, flight, and physical training programs as encouragement, 2016 the men. or advice. Brenda E. Robinson Gen. C. Wolfenbarger UPT Class 77-08 Traci Hoffman 2017 First Class of Women Naval Aviators Elizabeth Everts Greene Lt. Gen. Stayce Harris

2018 Bonnie Tiburzi Caputo Kathleen Fox Brig. Gen. Linda K. McTague Susan Jenkins Sarah Deal 2019 Leanne Caret Mary Golda Ross First Women of U.S. Coast Guard Aviation

2020 Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt Patty Wagner U.S. Army’s First Women Rotary Wing Aviators

Sarah Deal May and Karen Brannen Melinda Gould

MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 35 WAI STAFF

Media Center Sponsored by Redbird Flight Simulations Allison McKay The Media Center is provid- CEO ed to all members and exhib- itors as a way to disseminate information to media profes- sionals attending WAI2021. Exhibitors and sponsors can post press releases, compa- ny videos, and related mar- keting materials. Sue Coon Information for The Daily is- Rorie Ainbinder Cassandra Bosco Kerisa Citro Chapter Relations Education and Industry Director of Conferences New Member Services sues, Aviation for Women Specialist Relations Director and Events Manager and Aviation for Girls maga- Merchandise Manager zines, and the monthly WAI Connect e-newsletter is col- lected here as well.

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The 32nd Annual International Women in Aviation Thursday, March 11, 2021 Conference

UPDATES Tonight’s Jazz Band Hangar Dance 8–10 p.m. has moved to Fiesta 6. Ready, Set, Go! New author Irv Broughton joins the Authors t’s time for our annual gathering, so get ready to recharge your batteries, re- Corner with his book Where The Wings Grow: thenew friendships, and make new ones. After a year of planning, we are thrilled Conversations with Pioneering Women Pilots. (see Page 7 for the full schedule) Ito kick off the next three days featuring a sold-out exhibit hall with more than 180 companies, fabulous keynote speakers, scholarship awards, and lots of op- SkyWest Airlines will be exhibiting in booth 600. portunities to socialize and have fun. The 32nd Annual Meet Allison McKay, If you are a repeat attendee, welcome back. 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36 THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE • MARCH 11-12, 2021 STUDENTS • YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

You are the #FutureofAviation! We welcome students and young professionals to WAI2021 and encourage you to take advantage of education sessions and network- Industry ing events that are available to you during this year’s virtual conference. Briefings Resumes, Interviews, and Follow-Up, Oh My! (as of February 12, 2021) Sponsored by UPS On demand These sessions allow com- On demand Moderator: Gabrielle Palmas panies to showcase oppor- Panelists: Sheryl Barden, Destry Jacobs, tunities within their orga- Martin Rottler nizations. Attendees will be able to ask your company This session, organized by WAI YoPro Connect, is aimed at young professionals and those who may representatives questions need a refresher after time away from the industry. Students may find this session educational as during Discussion Chats well. Our speakers—both job seekers and professional resume reviewers—will review how to build that will be held through- a professional aviation resume and discuss interview do’s and don’ts from both sides. We will also out the conference. share successful tools on how to follow up with mentors, job prospects, and after an interview. Participating companies include: • Alaska Airlines/ Horizon Air WAI • Cape Air STUDENT WAI YOPRO • Federal Aviation CONNECT Administration • Netflix Aviation WAI Student Connect WAI YoPro Connect • United Airlines Forum Forum Check www.WAI.org/ Sponsored by Collins Aerospace Sponsored by Executive Jet Management industry-briefings for an THURSDAY, MARCH 11 FRIDAY, MARCH 12 updated list of companies. 4–5 p.m. 4–5 p.m. Whether you want to become a pilot, mainte- Relatively new to your aviation career? Looking nance technician, air traffic controller, aviation for guidance on how to pivot or make your way manager, engineer, or any of the other excit- forward in these unprecedented times? WAI Yo- WAI JOBS ing career opportunities in aviation, you may be Pro Connect invites all young professionals (age wondering where the current job opportunities 40 and younger) to join us for the YoPro Con- are in these interesting times. The Student Con- nect Forum, featuring dynamic keynote speaker Find a job or internship! nect Forum will feature speakers from the air- Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour, America’s first African View available jobs and intern- lines, cargo, and business aviation, and the many American female combat pilot. You won’t want ships in the industry at Jobs Connect. career options available now and in the future. to miss her advice on how to be gutsy! www.WAI.org/members/ jobs-connect Looking for qualified Be a Mentor. Find a employees or interns? WAI Corporate Members are in- Mentor. WAI MENTOR vited to post open jobs and in- Sponsored by Solairus Aviation ternships online at no charge on On demand Find a mentor! the members only section of the As a WAI member, you have access to WAI website. Current members In these challenging times, mentorship can play a large network of amazing aviators, can access open positions a key role in keeping you connected. This forum many of whom have been in your shoes. using their login information. will offer guidance on how to make the most of Find a mentor through the WAI Mentor Connect at WAI’s Mentor Connect program. Industry mentors www.WAI.org/members/mentors. and mentees in various career stages will share Be a mentor! their pro tips for creating and making the most of If you, or a member of your company, mentor/mentee relationships and offer advice on would like to become a potential mentor their experiences to help you navigate your men- for another WAI member, log in at www.WAI.org tor network. to update your mentor profile.

MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 37 MEET THE AUTHORS!

WAI Jazz With Wings Band

Learn about aviation books and meet the authors during a series of video presentations. All available on demand for viewing on the WAI YouTube: WomeninAviationIntl, search Authors Connect.

Sponsored by Wings Financial Credit Union Enjoy Special Musical Performances during #WAI21! Imagine a group of musicians who are all passionate about aviation. Gather them togeth- er and you have the WAI Jazz With Wings Band. ADULT READERS Founded in 2004, the band represents a group of Bonnie Tiburzi Caputo WAI members who enjoy the Takeoff Raquel Ramsey & Tricia Aurand pleasure of playing in a band. Taking Flight: The Nadine Ramsey Story The band members are pi- Penny Hamilton lots, flight instructors, flight Inspiring Words for Sky and Space Women Jacqueline Ruiz Latinas in Aviation attendants, medical doctors, Edie Hand & Jane Amaba military personnel, musi- True Grit: Stories from FedEx Female Leaders Mary Shipko cians, school teachers, engi- Aviatrix First Woman Pilot for neers, graphic artists, attor- Caroline Johnson neys, students, and retirees. Jet Girl Tammie Jo Shults Special thanks to Wings Nerves of Steel Financial Credit Union for Robin Kardon their exclusive sponsorship Angel Flight of the band. Lane Wallace Interested in joining at Ben Knight Surviving in a Man’s World: The Power of a WAI2022? Email Barbara Lauer Beyond the Sky Woman’s Authentic Voice at [email protected]. Listen for cameo appear- YOUNGER READERS ances of performances. Learn more about this passionate group of aviation and musi- Andrea Coppick cians at www.WAI.org/ Georgia Goes to Lunch wai-jazz-wings-band. Kristin L. Gray Rover Throws a Party: NASA’s Curiosity Rover Kirsten Larson Wood Wire Wings Katie Marcucci Air Force Ace Grace Tiscareno-Sato Captain Mama’s Surprise

38 THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE • MARCH 11-12, 2021 SILENT AUCTION

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The Silent Auction is online at How it works: Items are listed online at WAI2021 and all the proceeds go to www.32auctions.com/WAI2021. Members request to join the support the WAI Endowment Fund. auction and view the items. This is a sign-up process. While All WAI members will have the op- you’ll be able to view items for months prior to the conference, portunity to view the 2021 auction you’ll only be able to bid on the items during a 10-day period items and read item details. just prior to and during the conference. When the auction goes Bidding starts Tuesday, March 2, live WAI will notify all members, and the auction site will notify 2021, 8 a.m. EST, and ends Friday, members already enrolled. March 12, 2021, 2 p.m. EST. What if I win? www.32auctions.com/ The donating company of your item(s) will ship it directly to WAI2021 your home address. Why online? The Silent Auction is the single largest fund- Is bidding anonymous? Only the auction coordina- raiser for WAI scholarships and educational projects. By allow- tors know who is bidding on what. ing all members to bid on items, WAI increases the potential to raise more funds for these important programs. • As a registered bidder, you’ll be notified if you’ve been outbid. • You can set up an auto bid. You determine how much you want to spend and the program will automatically bid the minimum bid increment for you until your maximum bid has been reached. • The bidding for an item will be extended three minutes when a bid is received within three minutes to closing. There is a maximum 30-minute extension.

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Chapters are listed Mt. San Antonio College Central Florida Ghana The Netherlands Walnut, CALIFORNIA Orlando, FLORIDA alphabetically by country then Ghana The Netherlands by state and/or province. Linda Rogus Laura Spolar ACCRA, Ghana AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands [email protected] [email protected] * Provisional Chapter Juliet Aboagye-Wiafe Nargis Zamaray [email protected] [email protected] For more info, contact Outreach Aims Community College* Gulf Coast Director Molly Martin Greeley, COLORADO Pensacola, FLORIDA at [email protected]. Hong Kong UAE Caroline Weatherly Amy Mitchell Hong Kong Dubai* [email protected] [email protected] Australia Mei Chan DUBAI, UAE Australia [email protected] Mervat Sultan Mile High Tampa Bay [email protected] Denver, COLORADO Tampa, FLORIDA Tammy Camilleri Trimbi Szabo Allison Abellaneda [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Iceland* United Kingdom REYKJAVIK, Iceland United Kingdom* MSU Denver* Treasure Coast Pearls* Edda Inginbjorg Eggertsdottir LONDON, England Denver, COLORADO Vero Beach, FLORIDA Botswana* [email protected] Liz Moscrop Luca Mueller Kelly Peters GABORONE [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Keneilwe Budani [email protected] India* United States Western Colorado* Atlanta’s Wheels Down NEW , India Aspen, COLORADO South Brazil War Eagle* Noopur Chablani Auburn, ALABAMA Kate Short Atlanta, GEORGIA Brazil* [email protected] [email protected] Becca Friesen SAO PAULO Kendall Higdon [email protected] waigonewiththewind Ana Paula Rodrigues Connecticut @gmail.com ana.paula.monteiro.aprm Kenya* East Hartford,CONNECTICUT @gmail.com NAIROBI, Kenya Birmingham, ALABAMA Eliza Conley-Lepene Rhythm of the Wings* Una Gertrude Holly Roe [email protected] Atlanta, GEORGIA Cameroon [email protected] [email protected] Sonia Francis-Rolle Cameroon* ERAU Daytona Beach wia.rhythmofthewings DOUALA Last Frontier Daytona Beach, FLORIDA @gmail.com Noutchemo Simo Fadimatou Liberia Nel Azancot Liberia Anchorage, ALASKA [email protected] Kimberly Wagner [email protected] Heart of Georgia MONROVIA, Liberia [email protected] Macon, GEORGIA Julia Karmo ERAU Worldwide Danielle Schreiber Canada [email protected] Daytona Beach, FLORIDA Alberta Rocky Mountain Phoenix Valley of the Sun heartofgeorgiapresident & Arizona State University Bettina Mrusek @gmail.com High [email protected] Calgary, ALBERTA Phoenix, ARIZONA Glowing Wings Cynthia Thomas Southern Wings Rebecca Beylerian IKEJA, Nigeria Ft. Lauderdale [email protected] WomeninAviationPHX Ft. Lauderdale, FLORIDA Savannah, GEORGIA Ifeyinwa Megwa @gmail.com Jacqueline Cooney [email protected] Melissa Duff Northern Spirit [email protected] [email protected] Winnipeg, MANITOBA ERAU Prescott NCAT - Zaria* Prescott,ARIZONA * Canada ZARIA, Nigeria Gainesville FL Kristin Long Jilliam Mellinger Gainesville, FLORIDA Tamuning, GUAM Hassana Aspita Muazu [email protected] Pearla Cordero [email protected] [email protected] Claudia Fitz [email protected] [email protected] Upper Canada WoW OC* Nigeria Fullerton, CALIFORNIA 50 Toronto, ONTARIO IKEJA, Nigeria Jacksonville* Stacey Jackson Llen Oyco Jacksonville, FLORIDA , HAWAII Rejoice Ndudinachi [email protected] Annie Domko [email protected] womeninaviationnigeria@ Brianna Dittman [email protected] [email protected] Western Aviatrix* gmail.com Greater Area London, ONTARIO Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA Jacksonville University SIUC Saluki Aviators Destiny Sherman Panama Katrina Gilson Jacksonville, FLORIDA Carbondale, ILLINOIS [email protected] Panama* [email protected] Maria Ramsey Olivia Vincent [email protected] [email protected] Winged Warriors* Julie Charmes Blue Yonder* (University of Waterloo) [email protected] (California Baptist University) Gold Coast* Chicago’s Leading Edge Waterloo, ONTARIO Riverside, CALIFORNIA Jupiter, FLORIDA Chicago, ILLINOIS Jodie Scarrow Kim Roper Candice Wettstein Angelina Kapp Senegal [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Senegal* [email protected] DAKAR, Senegal Moose Jaw* California’s Aerospace Heart of Florida — Indianapolis* Christine Mendy Valleys Indianapolis, Moose Jaw, SASKATCHEWAN [email protected] Lakeland* Jordan Birt Rosamond, CALIFORNIA Lakeland, FLORIDA Ryan Lynch [email protected] Leigh Kelly Audrey Baxcajay [email protected] Singapore [email protected] [email protected] Indiana State University* China Singapore* SINGAPORE Space Coast Florida Tech Terre Haute, INDIANA China* San Diego, CALIFORNIA Sara Stumpf BEIJING, China Lou-Ann Seet Melbourne, FLORIDA [email protected] Jessica Arnold Molly Blackford sstumpf2@sycamores. Wenyu Fu indstate.edu [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Sweden San Francisco Bay Flying Moraines* Scandanavia Florida Memorial Costa Rica San Francisco, CALIFORNIA University* Valparaiso, INDIANA San José* MALMO, Sweden Ana Uribe Ruiz Keegan Starkey Melissa Johnson Miami Gardens, FLORIDA SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica [email protected] Sara Martinez [email protected] Ana Uribe Ruiz (Temporary) [email protected] saracarolina20122012 [email protected] @hotmail.com

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Purdue Willow Run Riveters Soaring Capital Eagles Southeastern Aviators Alamo City West Lafayette,INDIANA (Eastern Michigan University) Horseheads, NEW YORK Durant, OKLAHOMA San Antonio, TEXAS Lauren Lax Ypsilanti,MICHIGAN Lisa Sansoucy Sophia Seay Melinda Vasquez [email protected] Andrea Kayson [email protected] southeasternaviators.sosu [email protected] willowrunrivetersemu @gmail.com Eastern Iowa* @gmail.com Aviation High School NYC* Central Texas* Cedar Rapids, IOWA New York, NEW YORK Sooner Waco, TEXAS Niki Aab Yankee Ladies Evelyn Tavarez-Perez (University of Oklahoma) RoseMary Rafuse [email protected] Ypsilanti,MICHIGAN [email protected] Norman, OKLAHOMA [email protected] Rachel Lindvig Briana Daugherty Heartland [email protected] [email protected] SUU T-Birds* Des Moines, IOWA New York, NEW YORK Cedar City, UTAH Sara Arnold MSU Northern Lights Alice Chan Tulsa Community College* Lillianna Sorensen [email protected] Mankato, MINNESOTA [email protected] Tulsa, OKLAHOMA [email protected] Cheri Rohlfing Brooke Rogers University of Dubuque [email protected] York College/CUNY [email protected] Utah State University* Dubuque, IOWA Queens, NEW YORK Logan, UTAH Polly A Kadolph Stars of the North Chris Hsu Rose City Andreas “Baron” Wesemann [email protected] Minneapolis, MINNESOTA [email protected] Portland, OREGON [email protected] Jessica Belcher Jordan Ruemenapp Kansas State University starsofthenorthwai North Eastern North Carolina* [email protected] Utah Valley University Polytechnic @gmail.com Elizabeth City, NORTH CAROLINA Provo, UTAH Salina, KANSAS Amy White Philly Flyers* Abbee Campbell Cristina Duron Magnolia-Delta State acwhite585 Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA [email protected] [email protected] University* @students.ecsu.edu Liz Crockett , MISSISSIPPI [email protected] Great Salt Lake Air Capital City Rebecca McCracking First in Flight (Westminster College) Wichita, KANSAS Charlotte,NORTH CAROLINA Northeastern Pennsylvania* , UTAH [email protected] Wilkes-Bare, PENNSYLVANIA Robin Laws Valerie Duggan Molly Van Scoy Gail Avendano [email protected] Parks College of St. Louis [email protected] [email protected] gavendano University @westminstercollege.edu Bluegrass* Saint Louis, MISSOURI UND Puerto Rico* Louisville, KENTUCKY Christina Connell Grand Forks, NORTH DAKOTA San Juan, PUERTO RICO Liberty University Crystal Korff christina.connell27 Meridath Jackson Tania Herrera Lynchburg, VIRGINIA [email protected] @gmail.com jacksonmeridath15ir [email protected] Gretchen Thennes @yahoo.com [email protected] EKU Flying Colonels* St. Louis Women With Palmetto Pride Richmond, KENTUCKY Wings Ohio University Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA Capital Region Vanessa Sekic Saint Louis, MISSOURI Athens, OHIO Tiffania Fayall Vienna, VIRGINIA [email protected] Laura Holland O’Brien Theresa Meyer [email protected] Kelly Murphy [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Louisiana Tech University Great Planes Ruston, LOUISIANA Rocky Mountain College* Bowling Green* Sioux Falls, SOUTH DAKOTA Southeast Virginia Megan Milan Billings, Bowling Green, OHIO Randi Pederson Virginia Beach, VIRGINIA [email protected] Aunaya Martin Emma Johnson [email protected] Brad Lindow [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Blue Ridge Memphis Belles Frederick, MARYLAND UNO Maverick The Wright Memphis, TENNESSEE Central Sarah Staudt Omaha, NEBRASKA Cincinnati,OHIO Robin Colwell University* waiblueridge.president Michaela Lucas Kate Dempsey bellesofficers Ellensburg, WASHINGTON @gmail.com [email protected] [email protected] @memphisbelles.org Amber Richardson AmberRichardsonJapan@ Atlantic Aviators Cleveland Air Raiders gmail.com New Bedford, Las Vegas, Cleveland, OHIO Murfreesboro, TENNESSEE MASSACHUSETTS Michelle Cohen Leah Hetzel Kristy Harmison Washington State Tammie Irwin [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] , WASHINGTON [email protected] Courtney Riecan Garden State Angels Spirit of Columbus Music City [email protected] * Brick, Columbus, OHIO Nashville, TENNESSEE Detroit, MICHIGAN Melissa Lekas Kelly Nash Heather Bay Four Lakes Sherry Wells [email protected] [email protected] heather Madison, WISCONSIN [email protected] @directflightsolutions.com Sarah Pozdell Land of Enchantment The Ohio State University* [email protected] Great Lakes Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO Columbus, OHIO Texas A&M University* Grand Rapids, MICHIGAN Jacquelyne Nichols Saeesha Pimplikar College Station,TEXAS Southeastern Wisconsin Helen Hagg [email protected] [email protected] Emily Smith Milwaukee, WISCONSIN [email protected] [email protected] Joan Kelnhofer Republic Huffman Prairie* [email protected] Western Michigan Farmingdale, NEW YORK Dayton, OHIO North Texas University Kelly Fisher Catherine Simpson , TEXAS Oshkosh Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN [email protected] [email protected] Victoria Brown Oshkosh, WISCONSIN Shelby Satkowiak [email protected] Catey Frost KSU Flying Black Squirrels shelby.j.satkowiak Vaughn College [email protected] @wmich.edu Flushing, NEW YORK Kent, OHIO Timothy Palcho Houston, TEXAS Debra Henneberry Robyn Weisenburger Northwestern Michigan [email protected] [email protected] College* [email protected] Zambia* ZAMBIA Traverse City, MICHIGAN Westchester County* Oklahoma State University* Stillwater,OKLAHOMA TSU Maroon Tails* Yichidi Ndhlovu Kate Hauch Greenwich, NEW YORK Houston, TEXAS [email protected] Karen Hefferan Ruth Loffi [email protected] [email protected] Zakiya Percy [email protected] [email protected]

MARCH 11-12, 2021 • THE 32ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN AVIATION CONFERENCE 41 CHAPTER EVENTS

WAI members are invited to participate in special events organized for our chapter network during WAI2021.

FRIDAY, MARCH 12 How to Start a WAI WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 Chapter 8–9:30 a.m. WAI Chapter Interested in learning how to start a chapter in Reception via Zoom your local community? This is the session for you! (Conference Registration required/by invitation only) Sponsored by Aviation International News FRIDAY, MARCH 12 8–9 p.m. Build Chapter Chapter members prepare to have a ball at our virtual Chapter Reception, officially kicking off Partnership— the 2021 Virtual Conference! Fun and prizes Fundraise Like a Pro guaranteed! Be sure you are registered for Sponsored by Go Rentals WAI2021 and are a recognized member of your 9–10:30 a.m. local chapter to receive an invite. Learn useful tips and techniques for building partnerships and securing funds for your chapter THURSDAY, MARCH 11 during this workshop with Lyndse Costabile, WAI Chapter president FundD Av Consulting LLC. Leadership Workshop Sponsored by Netflix Aviation 5-6:30 p.m. Access all the fantastic information, useful tools, and pro-tips you have come to expect from the annual Chapter Leadership Workshop during this hour-and-a-half session. There will be time for informative interaction too!.

ON DEMAND WORKSHOP Plan and Host an Outstanding GIAD Event Girls in Aviation Day is a fun and engaging annual event to inspire and connect with girls (and boys!) ages 8-17 in your community. Learn how to plan and host an outstanding GIAD event for September 25, 2021!

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Girls (and boys!), ages 8-17, are invited to download the Aviation for Girls App and register to attend this virtual event at http://bit.ly/WAIGIADRENO

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Liberty University School of Aeronautics Exhibitors LIFT Academy (as of February 12, 2021) Lockheed Martin Exhibit Hall Abingdon Foundation Mamava Inc. Hours ABX Air Inc. MIAT College of Technology Air Force Civilian Service NetJets Inc. Air Transport International Phoenix Air Group Inc. Air Wisconsin Airlines Phoenix East Aviation T H U R S D A Y , Airbus Americas RAA MARCH 11 Air Force Junior ROTC Rhode National Guard 8:30–10:30 a.m. Air Force ROTC Saint Louis University Parks College 2–4 p.m. Air Line Pilots Association International SkyWest Airlines Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Sling Pilot Academy Allied Pilots Association Solairus Aviation F R I D A Y , Ameriflight Southern Illinois University MARCH 12 Atlas Air Spirit Airlines AWAM (Association for Women in Textron Aviation 8:30–10:30 a.m. Aviation Maintenance) The Boeing Company 2–4 p.m. Bemidji Aviation Services Inc. Transportation Security Administration CAE United Airlines California Aeronautical University (UPS) Cape Air/Nantucket Airlines University Aviation Association Sponsored by Chart it All University of North Dakota Civil Air Patrol University of Tennessee Cochise Community College US Air Force/U.S. Space Force Collins Aerospace US Air Force Academy ConocoPhillips Global Aviation US Customs & Border Protection Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Western Michigan University College Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) of Aviation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Wings Financial Credit Union FedEx Express Wings For Val Foundation Women in Aviation International Garmin International —Silent Auction General Atomics Women in Aviation International Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation —Store JSX Women in Aviation International Lange Aviation GmbH Women Military Aviators

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WAI is headed to Nashville, Tennessee, and we want you to join us for WAI2022!

The 33rd Annual International Women in Aviation Conference will be held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, PHOTO CHRIS HOLLO PHOTO March 17-19, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. Come experience the energy and excitement of Music City at Gaylord Opryland as you network with aviation industry professionals and continue your career development at education sessions, professional development seminars, and industry briefings. Save the date for next year’s three-day gathering for more mentoring and fun!

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