There are a lot of women and people of color in the industry. Aviation is very inclusive. When I started, it was and still is competitive. All industries have their challenges. My biggest wasn’t as a female, more just as a new entrant. I do have certifications due to minority and gender, but I think it’s all about the relationships.
Outreach opportunities, meeting primes, that’s helpful. There are so many new entrants, so it's very challenging. You just take it, smile and do a stellar job no matter what. Most of our clients come through referrals and reputation.