Season One — Beyond MRO
Welcome to “Beyond MRO,” where we explore the latest trends and topics in the aviation and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry. I’m your host, Michelle Dawn Mooney, and today, we’re diving deep into the world of customer service in aviation. Joining us is Alyssa Thorne, Business Development Manager at FEAM Aero, an expert in…
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Season One -- Beyond MRO
Advancing Safety in the Aviation Industry
In this episode of Beyond MRO, we explore the critical importance of safety in aviation with a focus on the safety department at FEAM Aero. Safety is not merely a part of aviation maintenance and operations; it’s a core value ingrained in every aspect of the industry. Joining us are two outstanding guests, Alison…
Season One -- Beyond MRO
Your Guide to Talent Acquisition & Recruiting in the Aviation Industry: Insights from FEAM Aero
In the latest episode of “Beyond MRO,” a podcast brought to you by FEAM Aero, host Michelle Dawn Mooney explores the world of aircraft maintenance, repair, and operations. This episode delves into the crucial topic of talent acquisition and recruiting in the aviation industry. With the growing demand for skilled technicians and the need…
Season One -- Beyond MRO
Achieving Optimal Results with Aerospace Major Repair and Recovery
The aerospace industry has been in recovery mode since the end of the global pandemic. Domestic and international travel are rising, but challenges remain from supply chain disruptions, digital transformation, obtaining a skilled workforce, and future air mobility considerations of AAM and EVTOL. To keep ahead of these challenges, one area of critical importance…
Season One -- Beyond MRO
Epic Flight Academy’s New Mechanic Program Will Help Nurture the Next Generation of Aviation Technicians
The need for well-trained aviation technicians becomes increasingly crucial as the aviation industry continues to grow and evolve. However, training new technicians comes with several challenges, from a shortage of skilled trainers to a lack of hands-on training opportunities. The shortage of skilled technicians is a significant challenge that needs to be addressed by the industry. What…
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Alts Innovators: AllianceBernstein’s Brent Humphries and Marc Cooper on Private Credit
Private credit has become one of the most significant shifts in modern finance—quietly but rapidly reshaping how private companies access capital. Over the last decade, assets under management in the space have surged from roughly $500 billion to about $2 trillion, fueled by post-crisis regulation, a growing appetite for yield, and the rise of…
The Job Dating Model: How Micro Internships Build Talent, Enable Smarter Hiring, and Boost Campus Impact
Experiential learning is surging in relevance. Employers are finding it harder than ever to evaluate early-career talent, while students are graduating into a labor market where more than half—about 52%—end up in roles that don’t require their degree. That disconnect is prompting colleges to reimagine how they equip students for meaningful career entry. Meanwhile,…
Chasing Radio’s Rarest Signal: Meet Donato IK2EGL and the Bold Expedition to Earth’s Most Isolated Outpost
Few destinations stir the imagination of radio amateurs quite like Bouvet Island—a windswept, ice-covered outpost in the South Atlantic Ocean and one of the most remote places on Earth. Reaching it demands months of planning, rugged endurance, and a willingness to face conditions that few humans ever experience. For the dedicated team behind this expedition,…
Baker Tilly Bridges Cultures and Markets to Power U.S.–China Business Growth
Baker Tilly’s U.S.–based China practice supports Chinese enterprises operating in the United States as well as U.S. companies with Chinese-heritage leadership. Team members such as Beverly Bian, Terry Dickens, and Lucy Ni work with clients ranging from early-stage ventures to major multinational organizations navigating cross-border growth. The practice distinguishes itself through its bilingual capabilities…
