September 18–19, 2025
SCHEDULE
Updated: September 12, 2025 | Subject to Change
All Events are at the Atlanta Marriott Airport Gateway Unless Otherwise Noted
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
12:30 pm–5:00 pm
Coat Room
Registration Desk Hours
Day 1 | Thursday, September 18, 2025
7:30 am–12:00 pm
Coat Room
Registration Desk Hours
7:30 am–8:30 am
Salon A-D Foyer
Rise n’ Shine Breakfast
8:30 am–8:45 am
Salon A-D
Welcome Remarks
- LaChandra Burks, Chief Operating Officer, City of Atlanta
- Ricky Smith, General Manager, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Eboni Wimbush, President & CEO, AMAC
8:45 am–9:15 am
Salon A-D
She Sets the Agenda
In this powerful conversation, trailblazing women will explore the intersection of policy, governance and civic leadership—and how these forces open doors and shift systems within aviation and beyond. The discussion will highlight how women influence, and at times disrupt, policy landscapes to advance opportunity, equity and resilience across the aviation ecosystem. From national gender equity movements to airport boards and city council chambers, these leaders bring both grounded insight and institutional reach. Together, they will unpack what it means to lead with policy power and purpose, how advocacy becomes action when women are at the helm and the pathways from personal leadership to institutional transformation. Through lived experience and bold examples, they will challenge participants to think expansively about how their voice, platform and policy fluency can shape the future of aviation.
Panel:
- Marci Callier Overstreet, Councilmember, Atlanta City Council District 11
- Margaret Mitchell, CEO, YWCA USA
9:20 am–10:20 am
Salon A-D
The Power of Knowing You
Every great leader starts with one thing: self-awareness. We’ll explore the psychology behind leadership and communication through the lens of a DISC personality assessment. Before the summit, participants will complete a DISC assessment and bring their results to this interactive session. Together, we’ll unpack how different behavioral styles shape the way we lead, collaborate and communicate—and why that awareness is key to growth.
Speaker:
- Dr. Karen Philbrick, Executive Director, Mineta Transportation Institute
10:20 am–10:30 am
Salon A-D
Wellness Break
Facilitator:
- Devon Ray, Senior Director, Business Development, WHSmith North America
10:30 am–10:50 am
Networking Break
10:50 am–12:15 pm
Salon A-D
Designing Your Career Journey with Purpose
Your career is more than a climb up the ladder; it’s a journey with detours, milestones and defining moments. Whether you are building a career within aviation or charting an entrepreneurial path, the key is knowing where you stand today, where you want to go and why it matters. In this interactive session, participants will reflect on their personal “why,” clarify motivations and explore practical tools to map their next chapter with clarity and intention. You’ll learn frameworks for assessing your current role, identifying skill gaps and aligning values with long-term goals. Resources will be highlighted as growth accelerators. You’ll leave with a flexible career roadmap designed to help you navigate challenges, seize opportunities and stay aligned with your vision and purpose over the next 3, 5 or 10 years.
Facilitator:
- Dr. Flo Falayi, Senior Client Partner, Korn Ferry
10:50 am–12:15 pm
Jetstream
In Her Footsteps
Legacy isn’t just something you leave behind, it’s something you live, shape and pass forward. In this intimate and inspiring session, mother–daughter duos from across the aviation industry share their shared journeys in leadership and business. Whether continuing a family enterprise, launching new ventures or working side by side in different capacities, these women are defining what legacy looks like in real time. Through candid conversation, panelists will share how they navigate generational perspectives, balance professional and personal dynamics, and preserve the core values that anchor their work. The session will also explore how legacy can evolve, honoring what came before while making space for innovation, ownership, and individual identity.
Moderator:
- Inez Daniels Lampley, Founder & CEO, Fresher ATL, LLC
Panel:
- Lachele Mangum, Owner, TMG Hospitality USA
- Lauryn Mangum Reed, Executive Vice President, TMG Hospitality USA
- Raquel Olivier, President, Olivier, Inc.
- Devin Roy II, Vice President, Olivier, Inc.
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Jetstream
Relax & Refresh Zone: Express Massages & Manicures
12:00 pm–3:30 pm
Jetstream
Strike a Pose: Professional Headshots
Make a lasting impression with a professional headshot taken on-site by our skilled photographer. Whether it’s for LinkedIn, your company profile, or personal branding, this appointment-only session provides you with a polished photo to enhance your professional presence. Please come dressed and prepared for your photo session.
Don’t miss this chance to update your portfolio—appointments are required. The scheduling link is provided to summit registrants.
Sponsored by
12:15 pm–1:30 pm
Salon E-H
Networking Lunch
1:45 pm–1:55 pm
Salon A-D
Wellness Break
Facilitator:
- Devon Ray, Senior Director, Business Development, WHSmith North America
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Salon A-D
Keynote Address from Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO, GRAVITAS; Former McKinsey Associate Principal; National Bestselling Author
2:15 pm–3:15 pm
Salon A-D
Mentored to Mentioned — Mentorship Helps You Grow, but Sponsorship Helps You Rise
In aviation and beyond, careers are often propelled not just by hard work, but by someone willing to speak your name in rooms you haven’t entered yet. Understanding the difference between mentorship and sponsorship and how to navigate both is essential at every stage of leadership. This dynamic panel of HR executives will explore how mentorship and sponsorship drive advancement, and how both individuals and organizations must be intentional in cultivating them. You’ll gain insight into how HR leaders across the aviation ecosystem are building cultures where mentorship is intentional and sponsorship is normalized, not reserved for those already in the room. Panelists will share lessons learned, stories of impact, and actionable strategies to expand access, accelerate growth, and uplift the next generation of aviation leaders. This session also speaks directly to women leaders, encouraging you not only to seek sponsors but to understand what it takes to earn one and why you may now be the one positioned to become one. Whether you’re seeking your next level, mentoring others, shaping talent systems or ready to advocate more boldly, this conversation will challenge and equip you to lead with intention.
Moderator:
- Nedra Swift, Senior Human Resources Consultant, ADK Consulting & Executive Search
Panel:
- Natasha Biswas, Global Senior Vice President of Culture, Engagement & Development, Avolta
- Tracey Payne, First Deputy Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation
- Julie Skiba, Chief People Officer, WHSmith North America
2:30 pm–5:00 pm
Jetstream
Relax & Refresh Zone: Express Massages
3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Jetstream
Relax & Refresh Zone: Express Manicures
3:50 pm–4:10 pm
Networking Break
Sponsored by
4:10 pm–5:00 pm
Salon A-D
You’ve Got the Mic! Real Talk with Women Aviation Executives
Step into a dynamic and refreshing session where you set the agenda. In this reversed panel, a powerhouse lineup of women executives in aviation will take the hot seat—not to give a rehearsed talk, but to respond directly to the questions that matter most to you. Participants will have early access to panelist bios and the session’s intent so they can come prepared to ask what they’ve always wanted to know—about navigating leadership, breaking barriers, sustaining success and shaping the future of the industry. This is your chance to drive the conversation, deepen your understanding and get candid, real-world insights from the top.
Moderator:
- Jeanette Saunders, Vice President, Education & Advisory Services, AMAC
Panel:
- Carrie Shaeffer, Vice President, National Director, Aviation, Swinerton
- Randi Sibonga, President & CEO, MCSB, Inc. / Founder & Partner, Concord Collective Partners
4:30 pm–7:00 pm
Jetstream
Strike a Pose: Professional Headshots
Make a lasting impression with a professional headshot taken on-site by our skilled photographer. Whether it’s for LinkedIn, your company profile, or personal branding, this appointment-only session provides you with a polished photo to enhance your professional presence. Please come dressed and prepared for your photo session.
Don’t miss this chance to update your portfolio—schedule your headshot here: events.bizzabo.com/759120.
Sponsored by
5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Salon E-H
Speed Mentoring
Sign up for a dynamic, fast-paced mentoring experience designed to spark meaningful connections and ignite career insights. In this 90-minute session, participants will rotate through 10-minute conversations with an accomplished group of leaders and changemakers, each bringing a wealth of expertise and perspective. It’s a unique opportunity to engage directly with some of the industry’s most respected professionals—ask questions, gain valuable guidance and walk away with practical guidance that you can act on. Whether you’re seeking advice, clarity or a confidence boost, this session is your runway to growth.
Mentors:
- Amy Benson, Vice President, Marketing, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports
- April Bivens, Vice President, Business Development, Delaware North
- Karen Ellis, Assistant General Manager – Chief Customer Experience Officer, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Indhira Figuereo Blaney, Senior Vice President/National Aviation Market Leader, WSP USA
- Angela Gittens, President, Schiphol USA
- Jil Greene, Chief Human Resources Officer, Paradies Lagardère
- Cynthia Guidry, Director, Long Beach Airport
- Randy Hazelton, CEO, H&H Hospitality
- Siobhan Higgins, Managing Director, Ten Thirty Media
- Alea LaRocque, Vice President, Business Development, WHSmith North America
- Shelly Nichols, Interior Designer, Corgan – Dallas, TX
- Tonja Pastorelle, President/Founder, Pastorelle Marketing Group
- Tracey Payne, First Deputy Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation
- Shaune Thomas-Blanding, Manager, Employee & Community Engagement, Norfolk Airport Authority
- Bernie Williams, Assistant Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation
- Meghan Woods, Vice President, Business Development, Paradies Lagardère
Sponsored by
6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Salon A-D Foyer
Circle of Influence Reception
Sponsored by
Day 2 | Friday, September 19, 2025
7:30 am–12:00 pm
Coat Room
Registration Desk Hours
7:30 am–8:30 am
Salon A-D Foyer
Networking Breakfast
8:30 am–8:35 am
Salon A-D
Welcome Remarks
- Diana Leon Brown, Deputy General Manager External & International Affairs, Marketing, Air Service Development, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
8:35 am–9:30 am
Salon A-D
ATL Under the Canopy Live Podcast: Women Who Build U.S. Airports — Stories Behind the World’s Busiest Airport
ATL Under the Canopy, the acclaimed podcast that shares the stories of the people behind the world’s busiest airport, comes to life in this special live recording. This live podcast will spotlight the women shaping the infrastructure of aviation, those who design, engineer, manage and deliver the physical transformation of U.S. airports. Through live interview segments, these trailblazing women will share their experiences in leading major airport projects, navigating technical and operational complexity, championing innovation across the aviation ecosystem, and ensuring that the teams building our airports reflect the communities they serve. This live podcast captures both the technical achievements and the leadership narratives women bring to the industry, underscoring not only what is being built but also who is driving it and why diverse leadership matters at every level of airport development.
Hosts:
- Herschel Grangent Jr., Public Affairs Professional, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Jennifer Walters, Executive Communications Writer, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Panel:
- Adrienne Ayers, Assistant General Manager, Planning and Development, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Corrine Morgan, Project Manager, JE Dunn Construction
- Joy Rohadfox, CEO & President, Rohadfox Construction Control Services Corporation
9:35 am–10:50 am
Salon E-H
Table Talk: Let’s Talk About It
Some of the most helpful conversations in our careers are the ones we rarely make time for or don’t know how to start. This interactive tabletop session moves beyond surface-level discussions of leadership. It delves into the realities that women in aviation face as they rise: managing visibility, finding mentorship, leading while under scrutiny, and balancing authenticity with advancement. Each table will focus on a key discussion prompt or scenario, guided by a conversation starter and a light facilitation structure. Participants will debrief as a large group, walking away with new connections, honest insights and strategies from women who’ve been there or are there now.
Facilitators:
- Elysia Doumbalian, Assistant General Manager, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports, Los Angeles International Airport
- Liz Einhorn, Founder, Experience Threee
- Jennifer Juul, Senior Director, Business Development & Strategic Communications, SSP America
- Maryam Khatoon, Talent Pipeline Coordinator, San Francisco International Airport
10:55 am–11:05 am
Salon E-H
Wellness Break
Facilitator:
- Paige Gaines, Founder, 911 Sane Jane
11:05 am–11:25 am
Networking Break
Sponsored by
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Salon A-D
AMAC ALC Fireside Chat
In an era marked by disruption, reinvention and rising expectations, airport leadership demands more than strategy; it calls for vision, courage and adaptability. Angela Gittens, renowned airport leader and former Director General of the Airports Council International, sits down with an all-women panel of airport CEOs who are redefining what it means to lead through change. From infrastructure overhauls and workforce transformation to community engagement, supplier inclusion and climate resilience, these executives share how they’ve navigated pivotal moments and how they’re preparing for what’s next. This isn’t just a conversation about leadership; it’s a masterclass in decision-making under pressure, creating impact that scales and staying grounded through the journey. Whether you’re an emerging leader or an established executive, this session will challenge, inspire and reframe how you think about what it means to lead airports into the future.
Moderator:
- Angela Gittens, President, Schiphol USA
Panel:
- Thella Bowens, Former President & CEO, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority
- Cynthia Guidry, Airport Director, Long Beach International Airport
- Cindy Nichol, Director, Airports, Sacramento County Airport System
12:30 pm–1:45 pm
Salon E-H
Networking Lunch
1:50 pm–2:00 pm
Salon A-D
Wellness Break
Facilitator:
- Paige Gaines, Founder, 911 Sane Jane
2:00 pm–2:30 pm
Salon A-D
Mandatory Soul Care with P.A.S.S.I.O.N: The Path to Power, Purpose & Connection for Women to Soar
In today’s turbulent climate, where political and organizational instability can feel overwhelming, soul care is no longer optional; it is mandatory. For women in aviation leadership, tending to the inner life becomes the edge that sustains resilience, clarity and purpose. In this session, Authentic Power Strategist Diana Patton introduces her P.A.S.S.I.O.N Framework and Path to Power, Purpose & Connection™ as practical tools for women leaders navigating high-pressure environments. Through real-world storytelling and actionable practices, participants will learn how to ground themselves, reclaim energy and lead authentically. This talk will inspire women to embrace soul care not as self-indulgence but as a leadership imperative so they can soar higher, lead stronger and leave a lasting legacy.
Facilitator:
- Diana Patton, CEO, Rise with Diana
2:30 PM–3:15 PM
Salon A-D
Own Your Value & Negotiate with Power
This high-energy, insight-packed session will empower participants to rethink how they approach negotiation across their career, whether it’s a job offer, performance review, promotion or project opportunity. Participants will learn practical strategies, powerful reframes and real-world language they can use to advocate for compensation, benefits, time and titles that reflect their value. Expect guided prompts, audience-driven examples and an honest look at what holds many women back and how to shift that narrative. You’ll leave with not just new tools, but a new voice for your next ask.
Facilitator:
- Deborah Owens, CEO, Wealthy U
3:15 pm–4:15 pm
Salon A-D
The Financial Side of Career Power
Money isn’t just a conversation; it’s a strategy. Whether you’re stepping into your next role or thinking about how to step away one day on your own terms, financial power is a career imperative. Participants will gain insights, tools and confidence to make financially strategic moves throughout their leadership journey. From asking for what you’re worth in a new role to aligning your career with long-term financial goals, including retirement readiness, it’s time to take ownership of your income and impact. Participants will also learn from seasoned professionals and financial strategists about real salary negotiations, overlooked compensation levers (e.g., titles, bonuses, benefits), and how to use career decisions to build toward future freedom, not just career advancement.
Moderator:
- Adrienne Washington, Vice President, Human Resources, Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority
Panel:
- Kimberly Carlisle, General Counsel, Jackson Municipal Aviation Authority
- Jill Greene, Chief Human Resources Officer, Paradies Lagardère
- Maria Meleandez, Chief of Staff, Denver International Airport
4:20 pm
Salon A-D
Closing Remarks
- Bridget Biagas, Vice President, Business Development, Hudson by Avolta
- Andre Titus, Senior Manager, Programs & Operations, AMAC
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