LDC Edu-Series: Navigating the Landscape of Aviation Industry Associations

Join SWAAAE’s Leadership Development Edu-Series

May 29, 2025

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Pacific Time)

Join us for an insightful session that dives into the world of aviation industry associations. From advocacy and policymaking to networking and professional development, our industry associations are at the forefront of driving innovation and growth. Join us to gain a better understanding of the role these associations play in shaping the industry and how to get involved.

Speakers:

Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA)

Paul Eubanks

Senior Director, Policy and Regulatory Affairs

American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)

Gwen Basaria

Vice President, Member Experience & AAAE Foundation

Arizona Airports Association (AzAA)

David Reffner

Immediate Past President

Association of California Airports (ACA)

Justin Castagna, PMP, C.M.

President

California Airports Council (CAC)

Lauren Wesche

Deputy Director of the CAC

Nevada Airports Association (NvAA)

Ken Moen, A.A.E., CAE, ACE

President

SWAAAE

Gladys Brown, C.M., CAE

First Vice President