OBAP 46th

Annual Conference

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It's time for ReYOUnion - OBAP’s 2022 Annual Conference. We’re excited to host you in sunny Phoenix, Arizona, for three days designed to help you reconnect with friends and colleagues, renew your commitment to personal and professional development and our organization’s mission, and restore in a scenic, relaxing environment surrounded by a supportive community that feels just like family.

This year’s event includes a host of notable industry speakers, aerospace professional development workshops, networking opportunities, scholarship presentations, and a career exhibit hall with dozens of participating carriers and companies!

As you register, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your conference experience to ensure you make the most of your time in Phoenix. We can’t wait to see you face-to-face as we build community, create connections and celebrate our achievements. See you at the ReYOUnion!

Registration Details

Celebrating our Sponsors

Volunteer

SAVE THE DATE

August 10th-12th, 2022

When:

August 10-12, 2022

Where:

PHOENIX, ARIZONA

Registration Details

Volunteer

Celebrating our Sponsors

When:

August 10-12, 2022

Welcome to ReYOUnion - OBAP’s 2022 Conference. We’re excited to host you in sunny Phoenix, Arizona, for three days designed to allow you to reconnect with friends and colleagues, renew your commitment to personal and professional development and our organization’s mission, and restore in a scenic, relaxing environment surrounded by a supportive community.

Where:

PHOENIX, ARIZONA

at the SHERATON GRAND AT WILD HORSE PASS

At Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, an authentic experience in the American Southwest awaits you. Situated in the foothills of the Sierra Estrella Mountain Range and alongside the Gila River, this stunning resort marries natural beauty with modern elegance and ensures a stay you wont soon forget.

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Registration

ReYOUnion Registration Levels:

Basic Registration

Basic registration includes:

The ReYOUnion Welcome Reception
Session and exhibit hall access

Standard Registration - (begins July 23):
OBAP Member Basic: $450
Non-member Basic: $550

Full Registration

Full registration includes:

Session and exhibit hall access
Continental breakfast Thursday and Friday
ReYOUnion Welcome Reception
Leadership Luncheon
Membership Celebration Luncheon
Wednesday grab ’n go lunch
ReYOUnion White Party
OBAP Awards Gala

Standard Registration - (begins July 23):
OBAP Member Full: $625
Non-member Full: $725

Student Registration

Student registration is available only for students enrolled either full or part-time in a college or technical program. Enrollment will be verified at check-in.

Student registration includes:

Exhibit hall access
Student-track sessions
Student breakfast Thursday and Friday
ReYOUnion Welcome Reception
OBAP Awards Gala

Student Registration - $150

Guest Registration - Free
Guest event pass includes access to the OBAP General Member Meeting and Industry Update and an exhibit hall tour.

One-day Event Pass - Available Aug. 1

$200 - One-day event pass includes session and exhibit hall access only and will be allocated as space is available beginning August 1.

Enhance your ReYOUnion experience with these conference add-ons.

Official ReYOUnion T-shirt - $25

Raising Horizons Allyship Seminar - $40
proceeds from this exclusive seminar support OBAP youth programming.

Sponsor a Student - $75 and up
Support the next generation of aerospace professionals. Sponsor registration for an OBAP Collegiate Student.

Meal Add-ons to enhance a basic, student, guest, or exhibitor registration:

Continental Breakfast
Available from 7:30 - 8:30 AM ONLY. Schedule subject to change without notice.
Breakfast - Day 2 - $35
Breakfast - Day 3 - $35

Plated Lunches:
Leadership Luncheon - $75
Membership Celebration Luncheon - $75

Grab 'n Go Lunches:
Grab ‘n Go Lunch - Day 1 -$55
Grab ‘n Go Lunch - Day 2 - $55
Grab ‘n Go Lunch - Day 3 - $45

Awards Gala - $160
Includes plated dinner and one complimentary beverage ticket.

Child Awards Gala - $55
For attendees 12 or younger only.

ReYOUnion White Party Admission - $60
Includes hors d'oeuvres and one complimentary beverage ticket.

ReYOUnion Welcome Reception Admission - $70
Includes dinner.

Cancellation Policy:
Each refund, less a $75 processing fee, will be granted for cancellation requests received by 5:00pm EST July 31, 2022. Cancellation requests and requests to transfer registration from the original registrant’s name to a substitute attendee must be made by 5:00pm EST July 31, 2022. No refund or transfer requests will be accepted after 5:00pm EST August 5, 2022. Membership fees are non-refundable

Accomodations

As of June 26, 2022, all hotel rooms at the Sheraton at Wild Horse Pass are sold out. Unless you have previously secured a room, we suggest booking accommodations at our secondary property:

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd,
Chandler, AZ 85226

$99/night +tax

Book online: https://reservations.travelclick.com/75936?groupID=3561149

Individual Call-In

Attendees can now call our reservations department at 520-796-4900 and mention “OBAP” to receive the group room rate.

Guests will provide their own credit card number to hold their reservation at the time of booking.

Any modifications or additional reservations after the cutoff date are subject to availability.

Shuttle Service:
There is a shuttle that runs daily from 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM. The shuttle departs approximately every 30 minutes and makes stops at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, the Whirlwind Golf Club, and the Phoenix Premium Outlets.

Parking:
Parking for all Wild Horse Pass attractions and businesses is both free and plentiful.

For any questions, please contact OBAP Meeting Manager, Maripat Traino at mtraino@obap.org.

Agenda & Activities

ReYOUnion 2022 is your opportunity to build connections that will last a lifetime. During this three-day event you can:

Reconnect with friends and colleagues and build lifelong relationships
Renew your commitment to personal and professional development through engaging, educational sessions and one-on-one networking with top companies and carriers
Relax and restore in a scenic environment surrounded by a supportive community of peers

The following schedule of events is tentative and subject to change:

Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Time	Event	Description	Location
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Sponsor/Exhibitor check-in and booth set-up		Akimel Foyer
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Registration OPEN		Akimel Foyer

Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Time	Event	Description	Location
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Collegiate Program presented by FedEx	Inspiring, interactive sessions for OBAP Collegiate Members	Coyote/Buzzard/Eagle
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Registration OPEN		Akimel Foyer
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Volunteer Check-In		Thunder 1
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Affiliate Meetings		Thunder 2
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - American		Rattle Snake
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - United		Gila Monster
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Delta		Bird
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Jet Blue		Roadrunner
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - FedEx		Deer
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Southwest		Scorpion
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - XO Jet		Ant
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - UPS		Quail
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	New Member Orientation presented by the FAA	Welcome to OBAP! If you're new to the organization or are simply looking for ways to get involved, this session, led by OBAP volunteers, is the perfect place to start!	Kave Ballroom
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM	Exhibit Hall Opening and Opening Adress	Join OBAP leaders, sponsors, and exhibitors for the opening ceremony marking the beginning of the 2022 OBAP Annual Conference.	Akimel Foyer
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Raven Careers Industry Update presented by FlexJet	Get the latest industry news and hiring updates from several airlines.	Komatke Ballroom
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	OBAP Programs Overview Lunch and Learn presented by JetBlue	Flight just landed? No problem! Grab a bite and mix and mingle and learn about OBAP programs during an informal lunch presented by JetBlue.	Komatke Ballroom
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Grab n' Go Lunches	Must be pre-ordered	Kave Ballroom
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Development Session: Pilot Hiring Prep 101: What you need to know to get the CJO facilitated by Spitfire Elite and presented by Envoy Air	Spitfire Elite is led by a team of professionally-trained pilot interview coaches who have helped hundreds of pilots and industry professionals successfully navigate the most difficult interview processes at Fortune 500 companies. Join this interactive session to get the basics on what hiring personnel are looking for so you can stand ahead of the competition.	Komatke Ballroom
2:00 PM 5:00 PM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Development Session: Roots and Wings: Developing a Health and Wellness Plan for Life presented by SkyWest	In a high-stress career, managing your mental health is the key to wellness and success. This session will explore ways to identify emotions around stressful situations, and provide resources to support mental health and wellness at every stage of life.	Kave Ballroom
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	ReYOUnion Welcome Reception presented by Delta	Kick off your ReYOUnion experience during this casual meet-and-greet. Connect with old friends and build new connections over small bites and beverages.	Komatke Ballroom

Thursday, August 11, 2022
Time	Event	Description	Location
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Morning Mindfulness and Manifestation	Renew and restore during this guided mindfulness and manifestation session.	Kave 3
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Collegiate Program presented by FedEx	Inspiring, interactive sessions for OBAP Collegiate Members.	Coyote/Buzzard/Eagle
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Headshots!	Take your professional headshot compliments of Atlas Air.	Jackrabbit
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Continental Breakfast	Ticket required	Kave Ballroom
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Registration OPEN		Akimel Foyer
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Volunteer Check-In		Thunder 1
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - American		Rattle Snake
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - United		Gila Monster
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Delta		Bird
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Jet Blue		Roadrunner
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - FedEx		Deer
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Southwest		Scorpion
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - XO Jet		Ant
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - UPS		Quail
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM	New Member Orientation presented by the FAA	Welcome to OBAP! If you're new to the organization or are simply looking for ways to get involved, this session, led by OBAP volunteers, is the perfect place to start!	Kave Ballroom
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Youth Day presented by United Airlines and United Aviate Academy	Phoenix-area youth become Aviate cadets for the day and enjoy hands-on activities and exposure at the United Aviate Academy. Youth Day admission is by invitation only.	OFFSITE
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Development Session: Speed Mentoring: Making Connections that Matter presented by SkyWest	Reaching your career goals requires a strong, supportive network. Join leadership, strategy, and organizational change coach, Robin Weinick to learn the tools you need to build powerful connections that will launch your career.	Kave 1-2
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	General Meeting presented by UPS		Komatke Ballroom
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Leadership Luncheon presented by FedEx	Join FedEx and OBAP as we honor industry trailblazers during our 2022 Leadership Luncheon.	Komatke Ballroom
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Grab n' Go Lunches	Must be pre-ordered	Kave Ballroom
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Youth Day Transition Room for Students/Chaperones		Kave 1-2
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Youth Day Participants Tour of Exhibit Hall	Exclusive for Youth Day Participants only	Akimel Ballroom
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Raising Horizons Allyship Panel presented by PSA Airlines	Being an ally is more than just a popular HR term. Allyship requires leadership, meaningful engagement, long-term impact, and community support to be truly effective. This panel will be composed of a diverse group of speakers willing to share best practices, personal experiences, and suggestions with the audience on how to be the most effective ally in action.	Kave 3
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Development Session: Portrait of a Leader: Developing Your Leadership Superpowers presented by Grandview Aviation	Leadership assessments are everywhere. The work of a strong leader, however, involves more than what an assessment can highlight - it requires introspection and the ability to communicate about yourself in meaningful ways. This workshop provides an opportunity for deep thinking about your beliefs and behaviors as a leader and a colleague. We’ll take an honest look at areas of growth for each participant, clarify personal values, and develop insights into how to best work with others. You’ll leave with a tool you can use to communicate the results with members of any team you’re a part of.	Kave 1-2
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	ReYOUnion White Party presented by Endeavor Air	Ain't no party like an OBAP party! Put on your crisp whites and join old friends and new for the ReYOUnion White Party presented by Endeavor Air.	Komatke Ballroom

Friday, August 12, 2022
Time	Event	Description	Location
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Health and Wellness Session		Kave 3
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Collegiate Program presented by FedEx	Inspiring, interactive sessions for OBAP Collegiate Members.	Coyote/Buzzard/Eagle
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Continental Breakfast	Ticket required	Kave Ballroom
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Registration OPEN		Akimel Foyer
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM	Volunteer Check-in		Thunder 1
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - American		Rattle Snake
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - United		Gila Monster
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Delta		Bird
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Jet Blue		Roadrunner
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - FedEx		Deer
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - Southwest		Scorpion
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - XO Jet		Ant
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Airline Interview Room - UPS		Quail
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Leadership Panel Discussion: Navigating the C-Suite presented by FedEx	Every day you dedicate hours of your precious time to strive for success. You aren’t trying to just be good, but to be great – and that pursuit of greatness can be overwhelming and exhausting, especially in today’s chaotic world. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Learn firsthand from industry-leading executives how to harness your highest potential and navigate corporate minefields to land the leadership role you’ve been working for.	Komatke Ballroom
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Membership Celebration Luncheon presented by Southwest	OBAP Members are the lifeblood of the organization. Join Southwest and OBAP as we celebrate OBAP excellence.	Komatke Ballroom
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Grab n' Go Lunches	Must be pre-ordered	Kave Ballroom
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Exhibit Hall OPEN		Akimel Ballroom
2:30 PM 4:30 PM	Program Caucuses	Connect with programs leaders and other OBAP volunteers as we plan and prepare for future OBAP programs.	Komatke Ballroom
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM	American Meet & Greet/CJO		Kave 1-2
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Gala Social Hour	By Invite Only
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	OBAP Awards Gala presented by American Airlines	The festivities continue during the OBAP Awards Gala presented by American Airlines. This formal celebration recognizes 46 years of OBAP history and salutes those leading the way into the future.	Komatke Ballroom

Collegiate Schedule

The ReYOUnion Collegiate Track, presented by FedEx, features three days of content specifically tailored to college students and young professionals. The collegiate track schedule (subject to change) is listed below.

Wednesday, August 10
TIME	EVENT
8:30 AM	Welcome Reception OBAP+FEDEX Motivational Speaker
10:00 AM	Development Session: Hiring Prep 101 with Spitfire Elite
12:00 PM	Lunch
1:00 PM	Exhibit Hall
3:00 PM	Development Session: Roots and Wings: Developing a Health and Wellness Plan for Life presented by SkyWest
5:00 PM	Networking Game
7:00 PM	ReYOUnion Welcome Reception presented by Delta

Thursday, August 11
TIME	EVENT
7:00 AM	Morning Mindfulness and Manifestation
8:00 AM	Breakfast
8:30 AM	Resume Review
9:00 AM	Exhibit Hall
10:30 AM	General Meeting presented by UPS
12:00 PM	Lunch
1:00 PM	Pilot Cadet Program Panel
2:30 PM	FAA Jobs
3:00 PM	One-on-one with FedEx
7:00 PM	ReYOUnion White Party presented by Endeavor Air

Friday, August 12
TIME	EVENT
7:00 AM	Wellness Session
8:00 AM	Breakfast / Panel Discussion
8:30 AM	Leadership Panel Discussion: Navigating the C-Suite presented by Southwest
10:00 AM	Exhibit Hall
12:00 PM	Working Lunch - Volunteering Internships and Scholarships
1:00 PM	Financial Discussion By Wings Financial
2:00 PM	Closing - FedEx
7:30 PM	OBAP Awards Gala presented by American Airlines

Honors & Awards

We want to celebrate YOU during our 2022 annual conference. To apply for recognition, or nominate someone else, please complete the honors and awards form no later than July 10, 2022. An active OBAP membership is required for recognition.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

The following sponsors and exhibitors will be on-site during ReYOUnion (list is subject to change without notice):

American Airlines
United Airlines
United Aviate Academy
US Airforce
FedEx
Delta
Endeavor
JetBlue
Southwest
UPS
Flexjet
Spirit Airlines
Wings Financial
Atlas Airlines
Sun Country Airlines
Skywest
Envoy Air
Grandview Aviation
PSA
FAA 1 & 2
Airline Pilots of America
GoJet Airlines
Republic Airways
XOJet
Avelo Airlines
USA Jet Airlines
Advanced Air
Alaska Airlines
Allegiant Air
American Airlines Credit Union
Breeze Airways
Connect Airlines
Coradine
Embry-Riddle
NetJets
Frontier
Hawaiin Airlines
JetEdge
JSX
Lift Academy
LPA
NGPA
PAPA
Pro Soft Binder
Professional Pilots of Tomorrow
Raven Career Development
Ravn Alaska
Silver Airlines
Sisters of the Skies
Spitfire Elite
University of North Dakota
US Customs & Border Protection
Western Michigan University
Women in Aviation International

COVID Safety

Health and Safety:

Out of an abundance of caution and with the direction of the updated CDC guidelines, OBAP suggests vaccination against COVID-19 as the most effective preventative measure against severe COVID-related illness. In the event that individuals are not vaccinated, we will now allow a lab-produced negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of check-in. Home or self-tests will not be accepted. This policy applies to attendees, presenters, exhibitors, sponsors, and guests. The new, complete policy is listed below:

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. Although the OBAP has instituted reasonable practices to lessen or reduce the spread of COVID-19, OBAP cannot guarantee that you will never get exposed to the virus or get sick from it. By attending the 2022 ReYOUnion Annual Conference, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

The safety and well-being of our members, attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors is always our number one priority. Vaccination against COVID-19 OR a negative, lab-produced PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival is required and will be verified at check-in. Home tests are not acceptable. Face masks are suggested indoors. Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the event and masks are available upon request at the registration desk. Attendees unable to produce proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test during check-in will not be granted event access and may forfeit registration fees.