This two-day, interactive course is designed to provide aviation professionals with the fundamental tools to become more effective leaders within their aviation department and company. Participants will engage in practical exercises to develop a personal leadership vision, enhance communication skills and master the art of giving and receiving feedback to build high-performing teams. The agenda also explores strategies for setting measurable goals, increasing employee engagement and fostering workplace diversity. Attendees will leave with tangible takeaways to inspire their teams and drive success.

Day One: Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025

7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Introductions and Course Overview

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Leadership Models and Values-Based Leadership

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Mission Statements, Visions and Values

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Break

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Values Exercise With Developmental Conversations

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Values-Based Leadership Competencies

2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Employee Engagement, Diversity and the Changing Workforce

3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Break

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Giving and Receiving Feedback

Day Two: Monday, Oct. 13, 2025

7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Feedback Wrap-Up

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Just Culture and Working With Your Organization

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Mentor Strategies

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Break

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Effective Group Dynamics

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Leading With a Vision

2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Break

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Goal Setting

4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Continuing the Leadership Journey

4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Critique and Closing Remarks

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