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If you missed the live broadcast, see the link below. It is the full interview and well worth a listen!

Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines Ed Bastian '79, and today's keynote Commencement speaker, left the Class of 2024 with these simple words: "Keep learning. Take moments for self-reflection. Find ways to build the humble confidence you all have within you. Never forget that being surrounded by a great team is far, far better than being a talented player out there alone." Read more 📲: https://brnw.ch/21wJHSB #BonaGrad24

Discover how American Airlines FCU, under Deanna Bublik's leadership, is using technology and strategic partnerships to revolutionize member services. Dive into this innovative approach that enhances experiences and streamlines operations! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gNv4rDcb

🤯🔥𝙒𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝙒𝙊𝙐𝙇𝘿 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝘿𝙊 𝙄𝙉 3 𝙈𝙄𝙉𝙐𝙏𝙀𝙎 𝙏𝙊 𝙎𝘼𝙑𝙀 155 𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙀𝙎?🚨 The story of the "Miracle on the Hudson" is not just a tale of survival; it’s a lesson in leadership and professionalism under extreme pressure. ✅️ Critical decisions in seconds: After a bird strike disabled both engines, Captain Sullenberger made the crucial decision not to return to LaGuardia, saving countless lives. ✅️ Mastery in execution: With over 30 years of experience, Sully exhibited remarkable calm and precision, executing a water landing on the Hudson, a maneuver few could accomplish. ✅️ Teamwork at its finest: The crew's professionalism was vital in the successful evacuation of all passengers in freezing conditions. Every crew member played their role flawlessly. ✅️ Responsibility to the end: Sullenberger was the last to leave the plane, ensuring no passengers were left behind, demonstrating unmatched commitment and leadership. In times of crisis, leaders like Sully show us what it means to act with professional excellence and an unwavering sense of responsibility.

The new CEO of Boeing, Kelly Ortberg, is expected to make a significant impact due to his engineering background and extensive experience in the aerospace industry. Here are some reasons why his engineering expertise, rather than a financial background, could be beneficial for Boeing: 1. Technical Insight As an engineer, Ortberg brings a deep understanding of the technical complexities involved in aerospace manufacturing. This could lead to better decision-making when it comes to product development and innovation. 2. Industry Experience Ortberg's tenure as the head of Rockwell Collins and his involvement with United Technologies and RTX provide him with a solid grasp of the aerospace sector's challenges and opportunities. 3. Focus on Safety and Quality With engineering roots, Ortberg is likely to prioritize safety and quality, which are critical for Boeing's reputation and success, especially following recent safety crises. 4. Strengthening Customer Relations His background may help in rebuilding trust with airline customers and regulators, which is crucial for Boeing's recovery and future growth⁴. 5. Leadership in Crisis Having led through the COVID-19 pandemic as chair of the Aerospace Industries Association, Ortberg has experience in steering organizations through challenging times. 6. Commitment to Engineering Excellence By being based in Seattle, close to where Boeing's key jets are produced, Ortberg's presence could be a nod to Boeing's commitment to its engineering roots and excellence. In summary, Kelly Ortberg's engineering background equips him with the necessary skills to address Boeing's current challenges and steer the company towards a successful future. His technical expertise and industry experience are seen as assets that could help Boeing navigate through its complex issues and regain its position as a leader in the aerospace industry.

Absolute faith in one another is imperative among members of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels precision flying team, where soaring canopy-to-canopy at 500 mph is all part of a day’s work. Building Radical Trust Trust is so baked into Blue Angels culture that it transcends personal consideration. Armatas doesn’t simply trust his specific crew to prepare his plane for a safe and successful flight. Instead, he trusts in the process that has guided every crew member who ever worked with the Blue Angels. He trusts a culture that values attention to detail and delivering on commitments with absolute commitment and discipline. Such next-level trust rests on a belief that “nothing is too minute” to deserve attention. If you handle the details to an extreme extent, says Armatas, the big stuff falls into place. “As a leader, when you have that level of trust, it allows you to keep your mind on what’s most important,” he says. “The expectations here are extremely high that everybody does their job not only well and correctly but also independently, so that teammates don’t need to keep going back and checking on them.” The Blue Angels are also devoted to continuous improvement. After every demo, the flight crew and pilots meet for a debrief. “ ‘Glad to Be Here’ The Blue Angels’ top core value is gratitude—and they live up to it in every conversation. Armatas says the Blue Angels’ single strongest tradition is the greeting/affirmation, “Glad to be here,” delivered by team members in casual conversation as well as before briefings and other more formal gatherings. “The phrase is intended as a constant reminder that those chosen for the Blue Angels team are not special, but rather lucky to have been pulled from a submarine or aircraft carrier of the Navy fleet and given the opportunity to do difficult but ultimately rewarding and even fun and exciting work,” says Armatas. “It reminds each and every team member that what got them there was earned, not given to them, and that keeping your spot should never be taken for granted.” Ship, Shipmates and Self The power of a great culture comes from transcending the individual yet linking individuals to a mission and set of values bigger and longer-lasting than themselves. A 2023 article in the Harvard Business Review assigned leaders of purpose-driven cultures the responsibility “to clearly communicate and authentically embody the company’s purpose and values” while also drawing “clear connections between purpose, values and performance, acknowledging the inevitabilities of short-term trade-offs in favor of a grander mission.” The Blue Angels have always put their grander mission at the heart of their values and performance. “In the Navy, leaders learn to do what is best for the ship, one’s shipmates and yourself, in that order,” #leadership #trust

Finish Strong Friday and Take in the 40,000 foot view of Your Successes! I love all things aviation and have already showcased numerous pilots and astronauts, but Charles Lindbergh has such an amazing story, and he has a great quote, "Life is like a landscape. You live in the midst of it, but can describe it only from the vantage point of distance." As a pilot, it's always easy to look down and get the big picture, but it's not always easy to do, when you're always in the business mix. So often we are always in the minutiae, that we might be missing opportunities on a larger scale. Every once in a while you should step back, take that 40,000 foot look down and examine your business / job / sales, and see if you can gain a new insight from that different perspective! You never know what kind of opportunities that will present themselves or have always been there, just not visible, that close. Charles Augustus Lindbergh (February 4, 1902 – August 26, 1974) was an American aviator and military officer. On May 20–21, 1927, he made the first nonstop flight from New York City to Paris, a distance of 3,600 miles, flying alone for 33.5 hours. His aircraft, the Spirit of St. Louis, was designed and built to compete for the $25,000 Orteig Prize for the first flight between the two cities. Although not the first transatlantic flight, it was the longest at the time by nearly 2,000 miles and the first solo transatlantic flight. It became known as one of the most consequential flights in history and ushered in a new era of air transportation between parts of the globe. At AMS Retail Solutions Inc, we embrace our passionate, inspiring team-culture, and we still have quite a few job openings around the country too! Please check www.amssolutions.net for careers around the country!! Chris Nozet Rob Harris Angela Fox, PHR, SHRM-CP Gracey Morris Michael Lassiter D. Kevin West Aldo Barragan Richard Johnston Bob Magestro Jeremy Fisher Genesis Candler Robert Candler Christian Candler Drew Fuller #AMSRetailSolutions #HowCanAMSRetailSolutionsHelpYOU? #AMSisAnEmployeeOwnedCompany #GotESOP #AMSRetailSolutions #AlwaysAnAdventure #Elevate #SpiritOfStLouis

Why It Matters:

As I just crossed over my first year as a Captain at Delta, I'm about to embark on a 5 day trip after a few weeks off spent with family and friends. Over the last several days I've been reading and diving into how to be a better leader, asking myself "what's my leadership style?", and what does leadership mean to me. It's a question that I continuously ask myself as I continue to grow and evolve as a Captain at Delta Air Lines. While we all define leadership in different ways, there's one approach I have come to gravitate towards and it's called LBWA (Leadership By Walking Around). Part of being a Captain is knowing all the people that are working around you to achieve an ontime, safe, and comfortable flight for our customers. By getting out of the flight deck and letting my teammates know that the flight deck door shouldn't be a barrier to communication, it has helped me see other parts of the operation in greater detail and learning how others support me and our customers. Whether it is just checking in to see how the gate agents day is going, or being out on the ramp in inclement weather as a Captain showing my gratitude towards our aircraft loading agents, being visible, showing support, but most importantly listening to my colleagues, has been a focus this last year. One of the best parts about the LBWA method is that it has reaffirmed my belief that my peers and coworkers at Delta are all rowing the boat in the same direction. Everyone believes in the mission, understands their role, and goes the extra mile each and every day. It reaffirms to me every flight I work, that the career decision I made to join this organization was the right one. #keepclimbing

In the demanding world of precision aerobatics, even the most adept pilots can face challenges. Take, for example, Flight Lieutenant Justin “Jug” Hayter of the Royal Australian Air Force's Roulettes. His experiences remind us that we're all prone to mistakes, regardless of our expertise. Drawing inspiration from this, I've been reflecting on a recent challenge of my own—navigating the complexities of selling put options on First Republic Bank. In an effort to turn a setback into a learning opportunity, I've conducted an in-depth analysis of my decision-making process, closely examining the factors that led to this misstep. Acknowledging our errors is the first step toward growth. It's through introspection that we gain valuable insights, which can then be harnessed to strengthen our personal and professional resolve. I'm sharing this story to highlight the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the continuous pursuit of improvement. I'd love to hear your thoughts and stories as well. How have you turned a professional setback into a growth opportunity? Let's inspire each other with tales of resilience and adaptation. Comment below with your experiences! #ContinuousImprovement #ReflectAndAdapt #Resilience" Nanyang Business School