About Women In Corporate Aviation
The purposes for which the Corporation is organized are exclusively charitable, literary, scientific, and educational purposes, within the meaning of Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law), and to create a network through which representatives of corporate aviation can work to support one another, both personally and professionally, by educating ourselves and the public about issues within our industry. Women in Corporate Aviation (WCA) is committed to a welcoming environment within the corporate and business aviation sector, offering support and resources to individuals looking to enter or advance in the field.
Officers
Lesley Revuelto, President
president@wca-intl.org
My aviation career began in 1988 with Pan American World Airways, followed by 20 years in corporate aviation, including roles in charter operations in Saudi Arabia and as a corporate flight attendant. I have a deep understanding of the corporate aviation sector and the challenges women face. For the past 10 years, I have co-chaired the NBAA FAFT Committee, overseeing a scholarship program that supports over 30 flight attendants annually. Growing up in an aviation family sparked my passion for the industry, and I am dedicated to mentoring and advancing women in corporate aviation.
Rucsandra Mihai, Vice President
vicepresident@wca-intl.org
My name is Rucsandra Magdalena Mihai and I am founder of Train Aviation, and a certified International aviation trainer.
I’ve been working in the airline industry for the last 33 years. I have a bachelor degree in Marketing and Marketing Communication and a master in Management and Business Communication.
I am a former flight attendant, with hands-on experience, who has flown for over 20.000 hours in the air, with a background in commercial and business aviation.
After working in different positions within the airline industry, from the flight attendant, flight instructor, and inflight auditor, corporate flight attendant, I went on to become a recruiter and aviation trainer.
I run a business aviation agency, TRAIN AVIATION, in Bucharest-Romania, where I am conducting training for future corporate flight attendants. We offer services to both candidates seeking for a job, and clients looking to hire the right person. Based on my experience, my passion for aviation, and a strong commitment to my work, I am guiding, motivating, training, and mentoring other people on how to optimise their skills and add significant value to any organisation.
Stacy Everitt, Operations Manager
wcasecretary@wca-intl.org
Stacy is a highly experienced individual in the field of Information Technology, with a remarkable career spanning over 21 years. For more than 8 years, she has served as a Technical Trainer, sharing her vast knowledge and expertise of applications and systems. However, Stacy made a bold decision to pursue her true passion: flying! She is now not only a skilled pilot but also an Owner/Operator of her own aircraft. In addition to her flying endeavors, Stacy dedicates herself to serving as the Operations Manager and Newsletter Editor for Women In Corporate Aviation. Networking and connecting with other professionals in the aviation industry is something she deeply values. Moreover, she eagerly supports those who aspire to build successful careers in this thrilling field. Stacy welcomes the opportunity to connect with you and explore potential collaborations within the aviation industry.
Kristen Hipp, Treasurer
treasurer@wca-intl.org
Before I began my aviation career I built and operated an event management company in Northern California after obtaining my business degree from Miami University in Ohio. I ran all aspects of my business and wore many hats including handling all billing, accounting, bookkeeping, sales and event production. I was inspired by one of your current members, Kim Kissh, to join WCA and would love for the opportunity to be an integral part of your organization utilizing both my business background combined with my current aviation career path. Although I currently work as a CFI and Assistant General Manager at a large FBO, my goal is to connect with other like minded and driven women in corporate aviation and obtain a position with an incredible company growing my career as a pilot. It would be an honor to serve for WCA and I’m grateful for the consideration.
Board of Directors
CEO & Executive Director
ExecutiveDirector@wca-intl.org
With 12 years general aviation experience working with one of the largest private companies in the industry, Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc, Tracie embodies the knowledge and courage to solve most complex missions you will face on the ground – anywhere in the world.
Throughout her time as Security Department lead, she oversaw tens of thousands of international and domestic missions in high volume countries as well as those severely underdeveloped. In the past, she has helped flight departments with their Security manuals and risk analysis procedures and often provide on-site risk mitigation training for Crew, F/A, and Passengers traveling away from their home base.
Tracie’s aviation career also includes significant time learning and growing as a Senior Client Relations Specialist and New Business Development, Sales for Jet-A Fuel.
In the course of the last 2 years, she has had the privilege to cultivate her entrepreneurial spirit while helping start & lead a new type of chauffeured ground transportation company – Universal Private Transport (UPT).
CFO & Director
CFO@wca-intl.org
Cassandra is an international captain on a Gulfstream 550 and 280 for The Coca-Cola Company. She is a graduate of Georgia State University with a BS in Aviation Administration and completed her Master’s Degree in Aeronautical Science from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.
In 2013, she became a Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) and also has served as Safety Officer and Standards Captain for her company. Cassandra has been involved in corporate aviation most of her career and has found it very satisfying.
Over the years Cassandra has been involved in WCA in various roles including president and director. She is amazed at the growth and commitment of its members and sponsors and the global reach it is achieving!
Karin Muller – International Director
InternationalDirector@wca-intl.org
Karin Muller, originally from Germany has been residing in the UK for many years. Karin has worked in the aviation sector in various roles, predominantly business development and sales for nearly 30 years. She started out in a Service Center of a major Business Jet OEM then moved into parts trading, spent 17 years in time critical aviation logistics before coming back into aerospace working for an aircraft component MRO. Today she works for CAMP Systems UK Ltd, representing CORRIDOR, a CAMP Systems Int’l company. Her focus is on promoting maintenance operational software that efficiently supports business aviation maintenance organisation’s processes.
She has also been volunteering for Women in Corporate Aviation as our International Director for 19 years and counting. She is very passionate about supporting the new generation!
Additionally, she has been an active member of Women in Aviation International for the past 20 years.
Denise Witkor – General Counsel
denisewiktor@yahoo.com
Jim Huntoon – Director
scholarships-wca@wca-intl.org
I am a dedicated aviation professional with over 30 years of experience in business aviation, collaborating with OEMs, operators, MROs, and brokers. My extensive background has equipped me with a proven ability to work alongside senior leadership, driving success at major fleets and operators across the U.S. For the past 12 years, I have focused on the dynamic field of connectivity, providing valuable industry updates on the latest connectivity options.
My commitment to helping others is evident throughout my career. I have successfully managed multiple scholarship programs with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and Women in Corporate Aviation (WCA). As a leader in both organizations, I actively support initiatives that provide scholarships and mentorship to aspiring professionals. Furthermore, as a proud alumnus of Embry-Riddle, I am passionate about empowering our bright students and continuously seek opportunities to connect them with promising careers in business aviation.
Tim Kirkwood – Director
Crew4jets@aol.com
Tim Kirkwood began his aviation career with TWA in 1976. In 1992, he wrote and published The Flight Attendant Career Guide, now in its fourth edition. He began working in aviation job placement in 1992, and is currently with AviaNation.com, an online job posting website for aviation professionals worldwide. Mr. Kirkwood is a Director for WCA.
Paula Kraft – Director
Paula@traindavinci.com
Business aviation inflight catering icon and award-winning BlueSky columnist, Paula Kraft, has been recommended as a subject matter expert by NBAA to the board of International Standard for Business Aircraft Handlers (IS-BAH) for a three-year term.
As regular readers will know, Paula is founder and President of Atlanta, GA-based Tastefully Yours Catering.
IS-BAH follows the long-established format and structure of the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) program and is a global industry code of best practices for business aviation ground handlers based on a core Safety Management System (SMS).
Paula is looking forward to opening the first comprehensive professional flight attendant training school in the world, called DaVinci Inflight Training Institute, at the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport in Florida. She was in Geneva last week to meet with potential complementary partners during EBACE. The brand new 6,500 square foot facility is undergoing final construction and will be open for tours and classes this summer.
Drawing on her decades of experience in culinary and food safety, Paula is widening the offer at the school to cover cabin safety training in co-operation with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Students will be able to enroll online through Embry-Riddle or DaVinci website to attend classes from July 2017. The multi-purpose facility includes a mock flight department area that will test graduates on the entire cabin service experience. Bespoke products and services, including butler training, new galley technology, food packaging and presentation, will also be available at DaVinci ensuring greater passenger safety and satisfaction.
“Our comprehensive training platform will offer both the seasoned or new corporate flight attendant the best in inflight safety, professional skills, and culinary service capabilities,” said Paula, adding, “DaVinci will allow flight attendants to not only enhance their value to employers but also create greater passenger loyalty and brand reputation for flight operations around the world.
Elizabeth Clark – Executive Director, Emeritus
WCAHQ@wca-intl.org
Elizabeth A. Clark is a Founding member and Executive Director Emeritus of Women in Corporate Aviation for over 27 years. As a professional corporate pilot and international captain Elizabeth currently flies for the FedEx Express Corporate Flight Department out of Memphis, TN on a Bombardier Challenger 605.
- Executive Director of WCA
- NBAA Certified Aviation Manager, serving on the CAM Governing Board
- Certified Transformational Life Coach and Owner of Journey Life Coaching, LLC
- USC Viterbi Aviation Safety and Security Certification
- MBA, Applied Aviation Management from Daniel Webster College, Nashua, NH
- Bachelor of Science, Professional Aviation from Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA
- Forty years flying in Part 135 and Part 91 Operations for companies based in the Southeastern US
- ATP Type rated in BBD-700; BE-400; CE-500; CL-30; CL-600; CL-604; LR-45; MU-300
Member of WCA, WAI, The Ninety-Nines, AOPA, NBAA
Leadership
Jim Huntoon – Scholarship Coordinator
Scholarships-wca@wca-intl.org
Kerisa Citro – Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteer@wca-intl.org
Sharon Rose Arroyo-Gulino – International Liaison
InternationalLiaison@wca-intl.org
Sharon has 18 years of Professional Inflight Management and Training Expertise in the field of Commercial and Business Aviation in parallel with Sports and Health Development. Herdiverse background in the industry of commercial and business aviation, has her traveling worldwide to assist UHNW with their private journeys. Her professional portfolio includes expertise in Administration, Aircraft Staging, Personal Concierge Service, Into-Service Delivery, Procurement & Inventory, Onboard Coaching & Familiarization, Menu Planning and VVIP Inflight Efficiency Training. Sharon’s aircraft experience includes: Gulfstream 450|550|650, Dassault Falcon 2000S|900|7x, Boeing 737|777, Bombardier Global 5000|6000|XRS, Boeing Business Jet, Airbus 319|320|321|300|330|340, Citation Excel and the Challenger 604.
Kim Kissh – Careers & Speakers
Kim.kissh@gmail.com
I am an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) with a unique skill set, a passion for aviation, and big ambitions to grow in my career. But my skills and expertise go beyond flying. I am also well-versed in project management, team leadership, and customer service, which have all been honed throughout my career. In my free time, I love to volunteer and give back to the community. I am passionate about helping those in need and have volunteered with various organizations over the years. Additionally, I am a strong advocate for the next generation. I believe that mentoring and inspiring young people to pursue careers in aviation is critical to the industry’s continued success. Let’s connect!
