Episode 24 - Ann Widay

Ann Widay – Are Schedulers/Dispatchers the Brains of Aviation Departments?, Accurate Aviation Data, Business Aviation Scholarships, Practicing Aviation ERP's, The Big Small Aviation World. Welcome to the Business Aviation Podcast, brought to you by LD Aviation. In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Ann Widay, whose journey into business aviation began unexpectedly while completing a Financial Analysis task at one of her previous companies. Throughout her career, Ann has gained valuable experience working with Flight Departments, Service providers, and the Aviation Software Vendor Collin Aerospace. Ann, a self-proclaimed Data Nerd, emphasizes the crucial role of data and reporting in all aviation operations. She advocates for the early collection of Aviation Data when establishing an Aviation department. We delve into various topics, including SIFL Aviation Tax courses and seminars, exploring how Business Aviation, despite being a vast field, fosters a close-knit community where seeking help and advice is readily welcomed. The episode also highlights numerous scholarships available in Business Aviation, such as the Al Conklin and Bill de Decker Business Aviation Management Scholarship, Memorial scholarships, Flight attendant scholarships, IOC (International Operator Committee) Scholarships, among many others. Ann encourages listeners to apply for multiple scholarships to diversify their Aviation knowledge. If you'd like to connect with Ann and share your aviation story, you can find her on LinkedIn. Join us for this insightful episode, and we hope you find it enjoyable and informative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices