IAWA Announces Inaugural General Aviation Women’s Leadership Forum
Registration Now Open for January 25, Boca Raton, FL EventBOCA RATON, FLORIDA – January 5, 2018 – The International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA) has opened registration for its inaugural general aviation leadership forum, which will be hosted in the Privaira Aviation hangar at the Boca Raton Airport on January 25, 2018.
The event will focus on the opportunities for growth in the industry, with an emphasis on attracting, retaining and promoting women in aviation. From thought leaders in behavioral intelligence, innovation and regulatory affairs to pioneers in flight and humanitarian use of private aviation, the forum’s focus will be on taking general aviation to the next level—and using women to help.
The event will kick off with a welcome from Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie. Keynote speakers include Shaesta Waiz, the first Afghan-native to receive her civilian pilot’s license, who recently completed a round-the-world solo flight in a Beech Bonanza, and Lt. Col. Christine Mau [USAF Retired], the first female pilot of the F-35 fighter jet.
“Research shows companies are more profitable when they have diversity in decision-making, leadership and mentoring,” said René Banglesdorf, CEO of Charlie Bravo Aviation and VP of Communications for IAWA. “Until now, general aviation has shirked intentional discussions about increasing women’s involvement in the industry. No more. We’ve put together an agenda filled with industry influencers to talk about how women can help avert the coming pilot and mechanic shortages and revitalize interest in our industry.”
The day-long program will culminate with roundtable discussions about what participants can do as individuals, business leaders and general aviation community members to encourage and empower one another and the generations to follow. Registration is open to members and non-members, men and women. The full agenda and registration information is on IAWA’s website at www.iawa.org.
The event sponsors include Avinode, Insured Aircraft Title Service, the National Business Aviation Association, Solairus Aviation, Privaira Aviation, the South Florida Business Aviation Association, Harper & Meyer, USAIG, First Republic Bank, FlexJet, Silver Lining InFlight Catering, Wheels Up, Aero & Marine Tax Professionals, Aircraft Post and Charlie Bravo Aviation.
IAWA is a non-profit association providing a worldwide network dedicated to promoting the advancement of women in the aviation and aerospace industries at all levels across the globe. IAWA sponsors informative meetings, hosts receptions and connects, publishes newsletters, and keeps its members updated on the latest industry developments.
