MEDIA ADVISORY: NBAA-BACE Sessions to Highlight Aviation Workforce Issues

Contact: Dan Hubbard, 202-783-9360, dhubbard@nbaa.org

Orlando, FL, Oct. 15, 2018 – The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) will shine a light on the industry’s efforts to attract and retain top talent, at this year’s NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL on Oct. 16-18.

Sessions will examine strategies for retaining professionals in today’s business workforce, while also attracting the next generation of employees. Events include:

 Tuesday, Oct. 16

  7 a.m. No Plane, No Gain Media Kick-Off Breakfast, Exhibit Hall, Hall B

NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen will host a discussion with his counterpart, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO Pete Bunce, regarding, among other topics, the two associations’ efforts regarding workforce issues.

 10:30 a.m. “Manager’s Nightmares: Workforce Retention” Room S331

 1:00 p.m. “YoPros: Changing the Face of Business Aviation”  Innovation Zone, Booth 694

  4:30 p.m. “Quick Ascent: Perspectives from Rising Industry Leaders” Innovation Zone

Wednesday, Oct. 17 

10:30 a.m.   Day 2 Keynote:  Top 40 Under 40 in Business Aviation: Exhibit Floor

1 p.m.           “Aviation Leadership for Women” Room S331

Thursday, Oct. 18

10:00 a.m.       Careers in Business Aviation Day: “Let Your Future Take Flight S331

Aerobatic pilot Anthony Oshinuga to headline event for high school and college students

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