Podcast: Leadership, Teamwork and Inspiration

March 13, 2023

During a keynote at the recent NBAA Leadership Conference, geoscientist, commercial astronaut and artist Dr. Sian Proctor explained to Ryan Hawk, host of “The Learning Leader” podcast, that anyone can take their life in new, exciting directions by simply capitalizing on opportunities for exploration and growth. “When you are surrounded by people who just bring out positive energy — they are inspiring, they’re hopeful, they’re imaginative, they’re creative — it changes you to want to be the same,” said Proctor.

This episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan” features highlights from a recent keynote address at NBAA’s 2023 Leadership Conference between:

  • Ryan Hawk, motivational speaker, author and host of “The Learning Leader” podcast
  • Dr. Sian Proctor, geoscientist, explorer, artist and commercial astronaut

Podcast Episode
The NBAA Flight Plan podcast, which ran from 2009 to 2025, provided an overview of important developments affecting NBAA members, and the association’s work to advocate for their interest. The archive of past episodes will remain available for your enjoyment. Please note that no new episodes will be released.

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