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Career Growth Q2 Webinar: Cultivating Executive Presence: Empowering Women to Lead
06/17/2025

In the dynamic world of aerospace, women are continually breaking new ground, yet the path to leadership often requires navigating unique challenges. One of the most powerful tools for career advancement is executive presence—the ability to command attention, inspire confidence, and assert influence in any setting. This panel will focus on how women in aerospace can cultivate their executive presence, enhance their career growth, and amplify their voices at the leadership table.
Through insightful conversations and shared experiences, our expert panel of women leaders from across the aerospace industry will discuss the importance of executive presence in career development, sharing their experiences and offering practical strategies for developing the confidence, communication skills, and strategic thinking needed to succeed. Attendees will leave with valuable insights into how to project authority, navigate high-stakes situations, and ensure their voices are heard in the boardroom and beyond.
This session will provide a space for women to come together, share insights, and empower one another to build their toolkit for success—helping each participant to be seen, heard, and respected as a powerful leader. Whether you're seeking career growth, overcoming challenges, or finding ways to better advocate for yourself, this panel will leave you with practical advice and renewed confidence to continue rising in the aerospace industry.
Join us for an inspiring, one-hour conversation and learn how to elevate your presence, foster growth, and become an undeniable force at the leadership table.
Speakers
Éloïse Gagnon, Founder & Leadership Advisor, EAC Leadership House
Sheila Remes, IAWA Advisory Board, Summit Ridge Aviation - Advisor
Dr. Yemaya Bordain, President of the Americas and Chief Commercial Officer, Daedalean AI
Moderator: Nackia Salmon, CEO & Founder, Nackia Salmon Global Consulting
This event is for IAWA Members Only
06/17/2025
In the dynamic world of aerospace, women are continually breaking new ground, yet the path to leadership often requires navigating unique challenges. One of the most powerful tools for career advancement is executive presence—the ability to command attention, inspire confidence, and assert influence in any setting. This panel will focus on how women in aerospace can cultivate their executive presence, enhance their career growth, and amplify their voices at the leadership table.
Through insightful conversations and shared experiences, our expert panel of women leaders from across the aerospace industry will discuss the importance of executive presence in career development, sharing their experiences and offering practical strategies for developing the confidence, communication skills, and strategic thinking needed to succeed. Attendees will leave with valuable insights into how to project authority, navigate high-stakes situations, and ensure their voices are heard in the boardroom and beyond.
This session will provide a space for women to come together, share insights, and empower one another to build their toolkit for success—helping each participant to be seen, heard, and respected as a powerful leader. Whether you're seeking career growth, overcoming challenges, or finding ways to better advocate for yourself, this panel will leave you with practical advice and renewed confidence to continue rising in the aerospace industry.
Join us for an inspiring, one-hour conversation and learn how to elevate your presence, foster growth, and become an undeniable force at the leadership table.
Speakers
Éloïse Gagnon, Founder & Leadership Advisor, EAC Leadership House
Sheila Remes, IAWA Advisory Board, Summit Ridge Aviation - Advisor
Dr. Yemaya Bordain, President of the Americas and Chief Commercial Officer, Daedalean AI
Moderator: Nackia Salmon, CEO & Founder, Nackia Salmon Global Consulting
This event is for IAWA Members Only
IAWA Connect at the Airbus Chalet of the International Paris Air Show
06/18/2025

Agenda:
1) Introduction Keynote, Carmen-Maja Rex, Chief Human Resources Officer, Airbus
2) Panel: "Empowering women in aerospace: how to advance gender diversity and women rights in the Industry"
Milena Bowman, Executive Manager at EUROCONTROL's Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre
Robert Chad, Area Manager France, Belgium, Netherlands & Southern Europe - International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Marie-Christine Maheas, Head of Forvis Mazars Center for Diversity & Inclusion, Coordinator of the French Observatory for Diversity
Location: Airbus Pavillion, 1st floor
Parc des Expositions de Paris Le Bourget Aéroport Paris-le Bourget
Le Bourget 93350
06/18/2025
Agenda:
1) Introduction Keynote, Carmen-Maja Rex, Chief Human Resources Officer, Airbus
2) Panel: "Empowering women in aerospace: how to advance gender diversity and women rights in the Industry"
Milena Bowman, Executive Manager at EUROCONTROL's Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre
Robert Chad, Area Manager France, Belgium, Netherlands & Southern Europe - International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Marie-Christine Maheas, Head of Forvis Mazars Center for Diversity & Inclusion, Coordinator of the French Observatory for Diversity
Location: Airbus Pavillion, 1st floor
Parc des Expositions de Paris Le Bourget Aéroport Paris-le Bourget
Le Bourget 93350
IAWA London Connect
06/19/2025

Please join IAWA on Thursday 19th June for a Marsh hosted Connect Event. The event will include a panel discussion on “Exploring emerging risks and innovation within Cyber and Aviation” followed by networking and breakfast.
Registration for this event is full, but you can add yourself to the waitlist. If other attendees cancel people from the waitlist will be added in order.
06/19/2025
Please join IAWA on Thursday 19th June for a Marsh hosted Connect Event. The event will include a panel discussion on “Exploring emerging risks and innovation within Cyber and Aviation” followed by networking and breakfast.
Registration for this event is full, but you can add yourself to the waitlist. If other attendees cancel people from the waitlist will be added in order.