Episode 19 - "The GSE Community": 8th Americas GHI Recap

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In Episode 19 of The GSE Podcast, we bring exclusive coverage from the 8th Americas GHI Conference held in Toronto, Canada. Host Matt Weitzel sits with industry experts to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the ground support equipment (GSE) sector.

Guest Discussions:

Scott Bellamy from Menzies Aviation shares his experiences and key takeaways from the conference, highlighting the importance of networking and new industry contacts made during the event. Scott discusses the value of reconnecting with old friends and making new connections, emphasizing the small yet impactful nature of the GSE community.

Max Gosney talks about his participation in the electrification and sustainability panel, where industry leaders discussed the future of GSE, focusing on automation and sustainable power sources. Max also reflects on the growth of the GHI Annual conference, noting a record attendance of 550 delegates this year and outlining ambitious goals for future events.

Raven Honsaker and Morgan Gresens share their perspectives on the importance of firsthand airport experiences. They bring valuable feedback to their engineering teams to improve product design and serviceability. They emphasize the connection between real-world operations and product innovation.

George Lydon gives an overview of the rebooking process for future GHI events and the strong interest from exhibitors and attendees. He mentions the upcoming GHI Africa event and the next GSE Expo Europe in Lisbon, highlighting the conference's growth and increased participation from airlines and ground handlers.

Abbie Hepler and Karla Harrington introduce the Women of GSE initiative, which aims to create networking opportunities and support for women in the GSE industry. They share plans for future events, including a mix-and-mingle at the conference and a showcase at the Lisbon show, emphasizing the importance of uniting women across different industry sectors.

Tune in to this episode for an in-depth look at the significant developments discussed at the conference and hear from the leaders driving change in the GSE industry. Stay ahead with insights on electrification, sustainability, and the growing role of women in GSE.

Listen now and get the latest updates from the ground support equipment industry!

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