"Attracting and Retaining Talent in Aerospace" - OC

"Attracting and Retaining Talent in Aerospace"

Presenters:

Bruno Cuevas, US/MX Human Resources Director, Kirkhill, Inc

Tina Rupp, Regional Business Development Executive, Actalent Services

Yajaira Rose-Smith, Former Vice President, Talent & DEI, Terran Orbital Corporation

Join us for an insightful presentation on attracting and retaining talent in the aerospace industry. Our panel of experts will discuss the unique challenges faced by aerospace companies and share innovative strategies for building a strong workforce. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical solutions to enhance their talent acquisition and retention efforts.

This session will also feature a Q&A segment, providing an opportunity for attendees to share their challenges and exchange ideas with industry leaders. Don't miss this chance to connect with peers, discover new approaches, and come away with actionable solutions to navigate the complexities of the aerospace talent landscape.

Presenters

Bruno Cuevas is the current US/Mexico Human Resources Director at Kirkhill, Inc. Bruno's leadership has been pivotal in fostering a positive work environment and ensuring that Kirkhill attracts and retains top talent in the aerospace industry. With over 600 employees, Kirkhill designs, manufactures, and markets highly engineered elastomer products for commercial, military, and business aircraft, as well as missiles, space launchers, and satellites. Their customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, General Electric, Rolls Royce, Pratt & Whitney, and Collins Aerospace.

Tina Rupp specializes in utilizing Labor Market Data, Tools & Analytics to provide engineering services and talent solutions. She oversees strategic business development in the Northwest and Southwest Regions. Her role involves providing engineering professionals, along with flexible workforce solutions, to help Aerospace & Defense Clients work through their workforce challenges. She has worked with Aerospace companies like General Atomics, Terran Orbital, and Supernal.

Yajaira Rose-Smith has proficiency in building innovative Human Resources, DEI, and Talent strategies to drive change and performance within the aerospace industry. She’s a proven thought leader and transformational change agent, recognized for a strategic approach and deep commitment to inclusion and diversity within a publicly traded environment. A hands-on, results-oriented HR executive with a proven track record of designing and implementing impactful talent acquisition, compensation, and employee engagement solutions that align with company values and business objectives. She has served within the aerospace industry for over 13 years.

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