CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
MICHAEL LORENZINI
PRESIDENT SERVICES & CHIEF STRATEGIC OFFICER / Launch Technical Workforce Solutions
Michael is primarily responsible for the management and oversight of LAUNCH ’ s strategic growth , alliances , joint ventures and LAUNCH TEAMS . The depth of his industry knowledge , his expertise in executing complex business strategy , and his focus on collaboration and operational excellence is key in driving LAUNCH ’ s growth strategy . Prior to LAUNCH , Michael worked at United Airlines and gogo .
ELIZABETH LUND
VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN / The Boeing Company
Elizabeth is responsible for the overall strategy , contracting , daily management and development of Boeing Commercial Airplanes internal and external supply chains . Her oversight encompasses nearly 3,000 suppliers from 41 countries . From 2013 – 2019 , Elizabeth was the vice president and general manager of the 777 / 777X program .
CHARLES MAGNAN
VICE PRESIDENT , OPERATIONS & ENGINEERING / Latécoère International , Inc .
Charles oversees general management of all U . S . operations . He obtained both a Mechanical Engineering degree and a Master of Management of Technology from L ’ Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal and has over 25 years of experience as a leader in the aerospace industry . He started as an entrepreneur before moving to strategic roles in Tier 2 and Tier 1 organizations .
NIKKI MALCOM
PRESIDENT / NFM Enterprises , LLC .
Nikki has served the industry through dynamic sales roles supporting organizations from materials , testing and manufacturing . Nikki has a deep commitment to supporting the aerospace market . Her passion for the industry shows through dedication to supporting companies to find ways to innovate and diversify their product or market offering in line with the changing needs of the industry .
GLENN MCDONALD
SENIOR ASSOCIATE / AeroDynamic Advisory
Glenn has eight years of consulting experience at AeroDynamic Advisory ( a consultancy focused on the aerospace and aviation markets ), ICF International , and AeroStrategy , where he has supported and managed many different projects . His primary focus has been in aerospace manufacturing and raw materials , as well as Maintenance , Repair , and Overhaul .
KATHERINE " KATIE " MCDOWELL
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / City National Bank ’ s Aerospace & Defense
Based in Irvine , CA , Katie works directly with A & D clients to provide a broad spectrum of financial solutions . She is responsible for supporting existing clients , as well as developing new client relationships . Prior to joining City National Bank , Katie worked at Wells Fargo as a Relationship Manager with a focus on the Aerospace & Deference industry .
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