{"id":20446,"date":"2024-03-08T10:13:51","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T16:13:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/?p=20446"},"modified":"2024-04-17T17:20:32","modified_gmt":"2024-04-17T17:20:32","slug":"celebrating-international-womens-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/2024\/03\/08\/celebrating-international-womens-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating International Women\u2019s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
For centuries, women across the globe have worked together to bridge the gaps between many of the cultural, political and social divides they face throughout their lives. On March 8, International Women\u2019s Day, we all have the opportunity to celebrate the strides that have been made and inspire action to pursue what is to come.<\/header>\n
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At Envoy, we pride ourselves on our efforts to provide growth opportunities that are diverse and inclusive across all areas of the operation. This year for International Women\u2019s Day, we wanted to highlight some of leaders at our stations based outside of the continental U.S.<\/p>\n

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We sat down with Envoy General Managers\u00a0Delrah Lestrade-Lapsley<\/strong>\u00a0of Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB),\u00a0Karen Joseph<\/strong>\u00a0of Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) and\u00a0Aretha Allen<\/strong>\u00a0of Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to discuss what this day means to them.<\/p>\n

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Delrah: \u201cIt highlights the achievements and contributions of women globally. Women as a minority have been marginalized as it relates to pay, job opportunities and self-development. This day is an opportunity for global citizens of all genders and all walks of life to reflect on progress made and address ongoing challenges for women.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karen: \u201cIt is significant to me because it allows me to reflect on the tremendous strides women have made over the years.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aretha: \u201cInternational Women\u2019s Day is a profound reminder of the strides we\u2019ve made towards gender equality and the work that remains. It\u2019s a day to celebrate the achievements of women around the world while acknowledging the barriers we continue to face in many sectors, including aviation. To me, it symbolizes a global commitment to empowering women and advocating for equal opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Delrah: \u201cIn 2006, Captain Beverley Bass became American Airlines\u2019s first female captain, which broke gender barriers for others to come! Then, in 2017, Captain Kathi Durst became the first female Chief Pilot at American. And recent appointments of women to key leadership roles, highlights female contributions towards the direction of American Airlines Group.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karen: \u201cOver my career I\u2019ve seen an equal opportunity to attain all available roles in aviation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aretha: \u201cThroughout my career, I\u2019ve witnessed remarkable milestones for women in aviation. The increasing presence of female pilots, engineers, and women in leadership positions within major airlines reflects a growing recognition of women\u2019s contributions to this field. Notably, the appointment of the first female CEO, Joanna Geraghty of a major airline was a groundbreaking moment, signaling a shift towards more inclusive leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Delrah: \u201cSheila Jude was my first manager when I joined Executive Airlines in 2004. Her staunch stance on integrity, performance excellence, accountability and her genuine interest in mine and other team members\u2019 personal development made a lasting impression on me. Today, I often find a need to use many of the nuggets of wisdom she imparted to be a better leader in this industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karen: \u201cI\u2019ve had a few mentors who have impacted me over the years. In particular, the way they have helped me balance work and life has been incredibly important to my career and personal growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aretha: \u201cI\u2019ve been fortunate to have several mentors and role models who\u2019ve inspired me. Among my most influential mentors and role models are my work sisters, Tamara Johnson at FPO, Bridget Reckley at MHH and Monique Brown at GGT. Their journey through the aviation industry, marked by resilience, ambition, and success, has been a source of inspiration for me. Watching them navigate challenges with grace and determination taught me the value of perseverance and hard work. Their support and advice have been pivotal in my career, guiding me through decisions and encouraging me to pursue my aspirations within this dynamic industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Delrah: \u201cGrowing up in a small Caribbean island, I was fascinated with the way airline workers looked and carried themselves. They seemed to belong to a separate society \u2013 they were always immaculately dressed in their uniforms and scarves. That coupled with the opportunity to travel to different places had me sold! So when the opportunity to begin a dynamic career with Executive and then now with Envoy presented itself, I literally jumped at the chance.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karen: \u201cAs a little girl I visited the airport and observed the important roles performed by different employees and I wanted to be a part of the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aretha: \u201cA fascination with traveling and the mechanics of aircraft initially drew me to aviation. The industry\u2019s dynamic nature, offering opportunities to continually learn and evolve, cemented my decision to pursue this career. The chance to be part of a sector that connects people and cultures across the world was irresistible.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Delrah: \u201cI would like to see a steady increase in representation in key leadership roles throughout the company. Additionally, I hope for a more concerted effort from the corporate level to enhance work-life balance and create more supportive environments for career-focused women with families.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karen: \u201cI\u2019d love to see more conversations on balancing family and work.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aretha: \u201cI hope to see continued progress towards gender parity in all areas of aviation. This includes more women in leadership roles, equal opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture that encourages women to pursue careers in aviation. It\u2019s also crucial to address and eliminate systemic barriers that women face, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For centuries, women across the globe have worked together to bridge the gaps between many of the cultural, political and social divides they face throughout their lives. On March 8, International Women\u2019s Day, we all have the opportunity to celebrate the strides that have been made and inspire action to pursue what is to come. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":43510,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[351,68,352,1234,825,664,83],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20446"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20446"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20446\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43513,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20446\/revisions\/43513"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43510"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20446"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20446"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20446"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}