The Three C's
If I were to create a recipe for a successful organization, three of the key ingredients would be Core Values, Collaboration, and Connections. The three C’s ensure that the mission of the organization is not only consistently met, but also, furthered and its global footprint broadened. Collaboration with like-minded organizations or those that share one or more of the organization’s key goals strengthens its impact. Finally, enabling frequent and diverse opportunities to connect is central to keeping members engaged and new prospects interested. Viewing the IAWA events over the past few months, the recipe has been mastered.
IAWA’s core value of promoting women in the aviation and aerospace field through networking and timely programming has never been stronger. First, the IAWA European Leadership Forum, which was held in Amsterdam on June 23rd and 24th, is a perfect example. It was an amazing event and I was honored to be part of it. There were over 100 attendees (close to half of whom were non-members) from several countries. The theme was an important one: Diversity and the Future of Aviation: A European Perspective, and it complimented prior programs addressing diversity and gender parity within the industry. LVNL, the Forum host, graciously arranged a tour of its facility and that was followed by a boat trip on the canals and a networking reception at Het West-Indisch Huis. These informal events afforded an opportunity for members to reconnect with colleagues and for others to learn about IAWA. I was told by many that my presence at the Forum demonstrated IAWA’s commitment to its European members, now in excess of 100, and increasing. Thanks to Board member Marita Lintener for her assistance with the Forum planning and attending, and to Advisory Board members Carol Anderson and Zoe Layden for also attending. Kudos to Tina Collier, Forum Chair, for her tireless efforts, and thanks to our sponsors and to Forum host LVNL.
Second, the IAWA Board of Directors and the Advisory Board met in New York for a two-day board meeting on June 12th and 13th. The intent of the combined Board and Advisory Board meetings is to facilitate collaboration within IAWA. These meetings are always jam packed and filled with discussions about what has been accomplished, and how we can continue to improve member engagement. This year our social media presence has significantly increased, our career growth opportunities expanded. The location and timing of the Board meeting coincided with the NBAA Regional Forum in White Plains, New York where Shelley Svoren moderated the panel on career growth and personal sustainability.
Finally, since March we have had 13 Connects and five happy hours planned and sponsored by our members. The value of these gatherings, which vary in size and formality, cannot be overstated.
Enjoy the rest of the summer and see you in San Diego!
Kathleen M. Guilfoyle
President, International Aviation Womens Association |
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IAWA Board member, Marita Lintener, and President Kathy Guilfoyle at the IAWA European Forum on June 23rd in Amsterdam. |
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The IAWA Board & Advisory Board meeting in New York City on June 12th & 13th. |
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IAWA 35th Annual Conference |
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Humankind has always yearned to soar above the clouds. The first attempts at building machinery to fly were recorded in the 14th century. It took centuries more to realize powered flight that took us beyond the clouds into space. The pace of aviation progress has since accelerated. Instead of evolution occurring in centuries, it happens in mere decades.
So how do we manage and influence the direction of fast-paced change? What is the next evolution transforming the industry? How do we ensure women have pivotal leadership roles in the next evolution? Join us to discuss these topics and more at the IAWA annual conference October 11-13 at the Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa, San Diego, CA! |
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Thank you to the over 100 participants from all over Europe and beyond who joined the European Leadership Forum on Friday, June 23, 2023.
This year’s Forum theme was Diversity and the Future of Aviation: A European Perspective. It explored what is coming in the world of aviation, not only in relation to diversity, but in the unique domains of airlines and aerospace, business and general aviation, automation, and cyber security.
The Forum sessions included panels with leading industry executives and experts discussing topics such as Female Leadership – Challenges in our Industry, Business and General Aviation: Facing the Challenges, Automation for the Future of the Aerospace Industry, and Cyber Security and Defence.
Keynote and inspirational speakers included Kerissa Khan MRAeS, President of the Royal Aeronautical Society, Michiel van Dorst, CEO, LVNL, Oyin Heath, Managing Director, Global Head of Aerospace, WTW and Emma Henderson MBE BA (Hons) MRAeS, CEO at Project Wingman Foundation Ltd.
IAWA President Kathleen Guilfoyle addressed Forum participants stressing the value events like this played in strengthening IAWA’s global network and working collectively towards gender parity. IAWA Board member Marita Lintener and Advisory Board members Carol Anderson and Zoe Layden were also present and involved in The Forum.
This year’s Forum was supported by sponsors LVNL, Clyde & Co, Convex, WTW, and GE Aerospace.
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| IAWA Connect at the Paris Air Show |
Thank you to everyone that attended the IAWA Connect held at the Paris Air Show on June 21st. The event was a great success and very well attended. Attendees included IAWA scholars and board members and a welcome from the event sponsor’s Executive Vice President, Anne Brachet. Thank you to our sponsor, Air France Industries/KLM Engineering & Maintenance for all your support.
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IAWA Breakfast at IATA's Wings of Change Americas |
During IATA’s Wings of Change Americas in Mexico City, IAWA hosted a Breakfast on June 28th. Our Marketing and Communications VP, Cristiane Dart presented our Leadership Study to open the floor for discussion about the existing barriers to prevent women for progressing. Participants were motivated to speak about actions to retain women in aviation as well as to support the next tier of women leaders.
A special thanks to International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Valencia y Sánchez Aviation Solutions S.C. for sponsoring this event.
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Thank you to all who attended our monthly Washington D.C. Happy Hour on June 13th! The weather was lovely and the Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP rooftop deck provided a great space to connect and network! |
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IAWA London Connect Thank you to all who attended the IAWA London Connect on May 25th at the wonderful summer haunt, Limin’ on the Southbank!
With the rare guest appearance of the sunshine, the guests enjoyed Caribbean vibes and good conversation. We had friends and members from the insurance market such as WTW, AXA as well as law firms and students from Cranfield University, which included our 2023 scholarship recipient, Eléna Galigny De Bonneval. |
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| IAWA Fireside Chat: Future Workforce and DE&I
On June 6th, IAWA was joined by Ivon Aheart and Orla Brady for a Fireside Chat discussion surrounding the future needs for skills and how gender diversity and DE&I in general will be key to enable future sustainability in aviation.
To view this event, click here. |
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IAWA Critical Conversations - Tapping into the value of our industry's immigrant and refugee communities
On May 11th, IAWA presented a webinar with first generation immigrant aviation professionals who discussed what it means to be inclusive of women immigrants and refugees in aviation, and how as women, we can be more inclusive of each other.
Listen as they describe the challenges they faced when they had to move away from their community, the cultural biases they had to break through, what has accelerated their growth in the aviation industy, what the support looked like for them in their aviation world and how much richer they are because of it.
To view this webinar, click here. |
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Mother's Day Flowers and How Air Cargo Makes it Possible
On May 16th, the IAWA Cargo and Airports Committee held a webinar on the connection between Mother's Day flowers and the air cargo industry - air cargo delivers millions of flowers to mothers all over the globe to celebrate Mother's Day. They focused on both the airline and airport perspective and you will gain insight on how they prepare and ensure a successful holiday for Mother's Day and other special occasions.
To view this webinar, click here.
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Career Growth 2023 Webinar Series - Q2
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On May 8th, IAWA presented the second of the Career Growth webinar series for 2023. The webinar, "The Art of the Career Pivot", provided IAWA members with feature stories and advice on how to make a major shift in your career. Whether you shift segments inside of aviation or are new to the industry, there is an art to making that pivot. Learn from those who have taken the leap as well as recruiting professionals on what they look for in candidates.
For those who were unable to attend the event, the recording is now available in the IAWA Member Portal under the Career Growth section - Videos. |
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FAA Women in Aviation - One Team, One Vision Webinar
On March 30th, IAWA hosted a virtual panel featuring aviation professionals from FAA Flight Program Operations. The introduction was given by Deputy Vice President, Di Reimold. This lively discussion included information on the panelists' pathways into aviation, and the work that they do for Flight Program Operations.
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Career Growth Podcasts - Listen Today! |
In the IAWA Career Growth section of the member only section of the website is the podcast series - Connect, Inspire and Lead. This podcast series is more than just introducing you to IAWA Members located throughout the globe; you will hear from women of all generations and our Advocates on how they connect, inspire and lead and how you can take those concepts, apply it to what you do, and empower others to do the same. To access the podcasts, click here.
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A Message from Shelley Svoren on the success of the IAWA Mentorship Program
Two years in the International Aviation Womens Association's Mentoring program, I can share the global impact: We have augmented the learning opportunities provided by Qooper with the resources from our Career Growth Committee, which is curated content for members by members. Several members have found the resources to be beneficial in advancing their career.
The numbers are profound and shows that IAWA Members - Women AND Men - are moving the needle forward to expand the career growth of women in leadership roles within the aviation industry. But behind the numbers, are the magical journeys to reach these milestones. The stories continue to be written as I type.
One of the greatest things we can do is to invest in developing our relationships. Mentoring in one of the greatest gifts as it fosters growth for both parties. To date, I have been blessed with two amazing mentees who have reshaped my views and in turn, I have watched them flourish as both have taken steps forward in their careers.
My mentees' achievements are NOT a reflection of me being a magical mentor. Instead, it is a reflection of their courage, curiosity, collaboration, and desire to grow. And courage and curiosity are contagious.
If you are an IAWA Member (including Advocates) and interested in participating as a Mentor in our program, please review our FAQs (which Qooper shared that we received a perfect NPS score!) at: https://lnkd.in/g9ENAeiq to learn what is involved and then contact me at shelley@infinitebranches.com.
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| IAWA Mentorship Program Receives ISTAT Grant for the 2nd Consecutive Year |
For the second consecutive year, IAWA is the recipient of a grant from the International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading (ISTAT) Foundation. This grant totaling $7,300 will be used to support the IAWA mentoring program and its mentoring system, Qooper. IAWA is grateful for this distinguised honor and support from ISTAT to continue our mentorship work.
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2023 IAWA Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to our first six scholarship recipients for 2023! Each student has demonstrated a passion for aviation and embodies our commitment to Connect, Inspire and Lead. Learn more about each recipient by clicking here. |
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Eléna Galigny De Bonneval Cranfield University |
| Alexis Vannett Southern Methodist University |
| Serafina Vitale Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University |
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Romane Rappin Ecole Nationale De L'Aviation Civile (ENAC) |
| | Rebecca Thomas Swinburne University |
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IAWA has launched in 2023, a monthly lawyers working group and is inviting members to participate. The aim is to create a space for everyone to share experiences, brainstorm ideas to enhance professional opportunities, and work with the Board to implement these initiatives. There is much ground to cover and the committee needs input from members.
The next committee meeting is September 27th at 11 am EST. For information on how to join, please email info@iawa.org. |
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IAWA LinkedIn Background
Help promote your membership in IAWA with these four LinkedIn background graphics.
To download the backgrounds simply right click on the picture you want and save it to your desktop or files. If you have any questions regarding the graphics, please email Cindy Dady. |
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| DC Happy Hour Date: September 14th Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM EST
Location: Washington, DC |
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| London Connect Date: September 14th Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM GMT Location: London |
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Interested in planning an IAWA Event? You have the idea, we're ready to make the connection. Organize an event today. Click here to access the Event Proposal Form. Please fill in as much information as possible for the the event coordinator.
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IAWA Member Good News Mengyuan Lu, 2018 ERAU Scholarship recipient and a current PhD candidate at Cranfield University recently spoke at the ATRS conference in Kobe, Japan. |
Member Highlights
The accomplishments of IAWA members are an integral part of who we are. It‘s important our members and future members know who has helped make our organization what it is today. If you would like to be featured in a Member Highlight on our social media channels, please click here to fill out the form. (please note this may require signing into the IAWA website)
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New Members
Since the 1st quarter of 2023, IAWA has welcomed 29 amazing women as new members of IAWA. Additionally, IAWA also welcomed 7 Apprentice Members and 4 Scholar Members to its membership.
Please join us in welcoming our new IAWA Members by visiting the New Member webpage. Learn more about each of our new members! |
Welcome to Our New Advocates
IAWA offers an opportunity for men to participate as an Advocate. An Advocate is a man, or a person who identifies as male, who otherwise meets the requirements of membership in any other category. An Advocate is not a member, but will support, promote, back, encourage and sponsor IAWA. The Advocate fee is directed to IAWA’s scholarship programs. To become an Advocate, start your application here.
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Tamer Ahmed
SVP and Hull Claims Manager Global Aerospace |
| Joseph Barber, CAM SVP of Commercial Operations
Clay Lacy Aviation |
| David Harrington
Partner
Condon & Forsyth LLP |
| Denny Shupe, Esq. Partner Victor Rane, PLC |
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| Are You Hiring?
Submit your company's open positions to IAWA's Career Hub, a member's only resource. It's a great area to share openings with your fellow IAWA members. Postings will also be shared to IAWA's LinkedIn group for members only. |
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The 2023 Annual Giving Campaign is now live. If you or your company are interested in becoming an ally with IAWA for a Global Impact on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, read more about this year's campaign and how you can have an impact. |
Follow us on social media, including our new Instagram account, @iawa_inspire to
keep up on the latest news for our events, annual conference, members, and all things IAWA! |
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Thank You to Our 2023 Corporate Partners |
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