A/AA presents at 2026 Aviation Summit

Continuing the discussion on the workforce pipeline

Date: 6 August 2026

Topic: Workforce strategy: building talent and diversity across aviation

Session outline: With workforce shortages continuing to challenge the sector, attracting, developing and retaining skilled people has become a strategic priority. This session explores how aviation leaders are building more diverse, resilient and future-ready workforces through smarter talent strategies, inclusive cultures and a stronger focus on employee wellbeing, safety and long-term workforce sustainability.

Moderator:

/ Anntonette Dailey, Chief Executive, Aviation/Aerospace Australia

Speakers:

/ Angela Garvey, Founder & Director, Navigating Aviation

/ Lisa Vitaris, Strategic Advisor, Indo-Pacific | Bid Director, IAC 2029 Houston, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)

/ Juliette Thornberry, Undergraduate student, University of Sydney