Inspiring Speakers Announced for WAI2025

Women in Aviation International has just announced the lineup of speakers scheduled for the 36th Annual Women in Aviation International Conference from 27-29 March at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

The WAI2025 roster of speakers includes:

Emily Calandrelli – 100th woman in space following her spaceflight with Blue Origin, author, TV producer, known as The Space Gal

Michelle “MACE” Curran – international speaker, author, and former lead solo pilot for the USAF Thunderbirds

Natalee Johnston - Royal Australian Navy’s first female pilot and operator of Skilful Decisions

Amy Purdy – 3x paralympic medalist, NY Times best-selling author and motivational speaker, Dancing with the Stars contestant

Bonny Simi – Joby Aviation president of operations, JetBlue Technology Ventures founder, former TV broadcaster and Olympic athlete

Stephanie Goetz will emcee the WAI2025 general sessions and is an award-winning former news and sports anchor at NBC, CBS, and ABC. Goetz is a leadership coach, philanthropist, professional pilot, TEDx speaker, and professional singer.

“Our annual three-day event offers a unique opportunity to connect with an inspiring lineup of keynote speakers, each representing a diverse range of aviation and aerospace interests,” says Lynda Coffman, WAI CEO. “We are excited to provide thousands of our members with access to educational opportunities, networking events, and the chance to explore the exhibit hall, featuring nearly 200 industry companies and organizations.”

Girls in Aviation Day Denver will take place on Saturday, 29 March where girls ages 8-18 will be introduced to the career and lifestyle possibilities available in aviation. Registration is now open.