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Marcie leads Nycote Laboratories, a global leader in advanced surface protection for aerospace, automotive and railway industries. With more than 22 years in chemicals and manufacturing, she has broadened global partnerships, diversified product lines and launched the Nysafe brand. She also serves on the boards of Aerochemicals Alliance and Mid-Mountain Materials, and is a champion of women in aerospace.

Pennie leads customer engagement, strategic partnerships and technical innovation across aerospace and defense markets. With more than 30 years in industry, including a decade in aerospace coatings and surface protection, she is known for aligning commercial, technical and operational priorities to deliver solutions that meet stringent specifications, and for nonprofit board service focused on workforce development.

A Certified Public Accountant for more than 40 years, Calvin serves manufacturers, MROs, distributors and high-tech aerospace and defense companies. He is a Certified Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor who guides ownership transitions, growth planning and succession, and co-chairs the board of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation.

Chris leads program management, estimating, sales, marketing and contracts at Thaler Defense Systems. His 15-plus years span engineering, precision manufacturing, surface treatments and coatings. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University and focuses on high-reliability manufacturing and resilient supply chains for the defense industrial base.

Julie's background spans research, development and flight test, including collaboration with DARPA and the U.S. Air Force Test Center on advanced autonomous flight initiatives. A certified Airworthiness Subject Matter Expert, she has supported the Air Force Test Pilot School and the Air Force Research Laboratory, and recently completed her Executive MBA.

Michele brings more than 30 years across automotive, aerospace and defense, with functional roles in supply chain, quality, lean systems and operations. She is focused on operational excellence and growth, and holds a B.S. from Kettering University and an MBA from the University of Detroit-Mercy.

Eric joined Crissair as a design engineer in 2000 and has guided the company through significant expansion. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from CSU Northridge, an M.S. in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering from USC and an Executive MBA from Washington State University. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in California and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Osei leads Aero TMF, a NADCAP-accredited surface treatment company serving Tier 1 to 3 manufacturers. He was previously an investment banker at Goldman Sachs advising industrial and aerospace clients, and held operational roles at major U.S. airlines. He holds an MBA from Chicago Booth, a Master's in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle and a B.S. in Accounting from Belmont Abbey College.

Bill's legal background and business experience help clients avoid problems before they start. As inside and outside counsel he has navigated complex regulatory frameworks and negotiated agreements for airlines, repair stations, fixed-base operators and manufacturers, including aircraft and engine transactions and cross-border deals with constituents around the world.

Jeannet is a talent and human capital leader with more than 20 years across manufacturing, aerospace and defense, engineering and technology. She has held VP roles in operations, acquisitions and international manufacturing expansion, and now leads HR and recruitment services for clients. She is a Presidential Key Executive MBA graduate from Pepperdine and a SHRM member.

Etienne drives business development for aeronautics polysulfide sealants in EMEA and APAC at Flamemaster, a supplier of aerospace sealants since 1942 and now part of the SOCOMORE Group. His purchasing and supply chain experience spans aerospace, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals and industrial manufacturing, with expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.