Airport Manager, Gloria Bouillon, spoke live, July 9th about Beverly Regional Airport. The interview covered future developments for the airport, as well as a bit of history and how the airport operates.
Here are the times it will play out for the next month:
| Saturday | 9:00:00 PM | Channel 8 | |
| Friday | 4:00:00 PM | Channel 8 |
The Pandemic Effect
The impact of the pandemic in the workplace will continue to be felt for years to come, but we already know some of the consequences to the workforce. The pandemic, workplace repercussions and the decisions that many companies face today to deal with them will directly impact their recovery, the workforce, and the economy at large.
Here are the realities that are already well established and now widely documented… most recently in a large study from LeanIn.Org.
Employees are struggling to do their jobs. Remote working has blurred the lines between home and work. There is real stress in worrying about job security that came with the uncertainty that the pandemic brought. There is also stress over finances. Burnout rates are higher than ever before.
The Compounded Effects on Women
The study also shows in particular women have been adversely impacted. Women who are mothers have always had a much heavier load to carry, but the pandemic brought the additional roles of “teacher” and “educator” onto their already full plates. Women- particularly women of color were more likely to have been laid off as companies made budgetary cuts.
The workplace situation has more than one in four women considering “downshifting their careers or leaving the workforce all together. The situation is considered a workforce emergency that could significantly impact the country.
Smart companies are addressing the potential crisis with flexible and empathetic thinking meant to retain great women and other minority employees.
The BIG Picture
rogress towards gender parity is slower that we thought it would be and slower than it should be. Pre-pandemic January 2020 showed slow but steady growth in the right direction. Senior Management positions held by women (between June 2015 and January 2020) grew from 23 to 28 percent and the C-Suite Tier grew from 17-21 percent. However, these numbers still indicate a massive underrepresentation of women.
Anna Poole, co-author of the book, Creating Futures that Matter Today and an expert in facilitating individual leadership development and top team development says, “As an executive coach for the past 20 years, across many industries and well-known brands, I can unequivocally say that when women are not supported in growing professionally, due to a lack of inclusive leadership, everyone loses. I see this every day—a profound indifference and lack of concern about the welfare and experiences of women at work.
It’s tragic, because female leadership is linked to the creation of more psychologically safe teams and work cultures—which automatically supports higher engagement and performance. Women tend to bring a stronger empathy and focus on customers, leading to stronger bottom lines. And they tend to be curious about more diverse points of view, supporting innovations and break through thinking.
Regardless of how many women companies hire, if the leadership is indifferent or downright hostile towards them, women will not thrive, they will not be able to bring all of what they are capable of contributing to work, and everyone will lose out.”
This is precisely why companies must act decisively and creatively to retain women on their payrolls. We urge all management to identify and work towards solutions to address the potential workplace crises.
Beverly’s Commitment to Gender Equality
We are proud of our commitment to gender equality and take our responsibility to our stakeholders, colleagues, and business partners seriously. Here are just a few facts that highlight our ongoing commitment to women and other minorities,
More than one half of businesses operated by females and minority at our airport
Women in Aviation
Beverly is incredibly proud of this impressive list of woman and minority representation.
However, women and other minorities in aviation remain vastly underrepresented. Gloria Bouillon, Beverly Airport Manager and Director works tirelessly to represent women in aviation locally, nationally, and internationally. Just days ago, she spoke virtually at an Aviation Conference that was held in Dubai.
“Working towards gender equality isn’t just a women’s issue or responsibility, it’s everybody’s responsibility. The reality is that everyone should be fully engaged and part of the solution as everyone benefits.” – Gloria Bouillon, Beverly Regional Airport
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With 38 countries represented, this was an excellent conference put together by Andrew Hazell and the Chair Chris LeTourneur President & Chief Executive Officer, MDX Development Strategies.
Conference overview
Most airports face serious disruption to their finances and operations, with traffic and revenue forecasts in tatters and millions of aviation jobs threatened worldwide.
The longer-term implications are exacerbated by a perfect storm of collapsed traffic, growing pressures on traditional retail and concession models and, most critically, a rapid and radical shift in customer needs, mindsets and behaviour in response to the pandemic crisis.
Leading experts and industry stalwarts helped guide us through the current challenges and the future outlook.
Said Airport Manager, Gloria Bouillon, “I was honored to speak on the CEO Panel with Chair Chris LeTourneur with Chief Executive Officer Mark A. Thorpe, Ontario International Authority and Executive Director Bill Wyatt, Salt Lake City Department of Airports. We discussed what we’re doing at our airports to build non-aeronautical revenues, and reviving consumer and business confidence.”
Other topics covered included:
Beverly Regional’s operations have grown in volume over 51% within the past four years, and in three years, the airport moved from the eighth position of airports in terms of total operations to the second in the general aviation category for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Bouillon discusses the tactics she’s employed to drive airport growth and details how the airport has maintained growth in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Airport Manager Gloria Bouillon announces public meetings will be held this week and next to gather community feedback on Beverly Regional Airport’s master plan.
The master plan provides a comprehensive and strategic assessment of the development needs of the airport over the next 20 years and was primarily funded with a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration.
The airport’s current master plan, first developed in 1999, was last updated in 2010 and reflects 20-year-old data that no longer aligns with the airport’s operations.
The operations of the airport have grown in volume over 51% within the past four years, and continued to grow amid the ongoing pandemic even as airports nationwide have faced hardship. Operations at Beverly Regional are at 103% of their pre-pandemic activity, based on data from January-November 2019 and January-November 2020.
In the 2019 Massachusetts Statewide Airport Economic Impact Study, Beverly Regional is estimated to have brought $34 million annually in economic activity to the North Shore region. The airport has 18 businesses on site that continue to grow and hire new employees, and has a wait list for building and hangar space with increased attractiveness to encourage new businesses depending on the finalized form of the new master plan.
“The master plan is a crucial document that will guide the future of Beverly Regional Airport, and we’re excited to have this opportunity to align the plan to the growth and demand we’re seeing among our businesses and those who utilize our airport,” Airport Manager Bouillon said. “Community feedback is an integral part of this process and we look forward to discussing the plan and listening to public input over the coming days. I would also like to thank our airport businesses, the Airport Commission, Mayor Cahill and the communities of Beverly, Danvers and Wenham for their support of this process.”
The master plan identifies capital projects for the airport to plan for over the next decade, examines projected long-term activity at the airport over the next 20 years, will ensure the airport continues to comply with all federal regulations and design standards, and will guide the airport as it continues to operate in a safe, efficient and effective manner, while reflecting the character and goals established for it by the City of Beverly.
The plan recommends the airport maintains the size of its current runways and preserves the potential to continue serving business jet aircraft of various sizes in line with prevailing industry and regional trends. Read more here
“Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” — Warren Buffett
Where We Are
Gloria Bouillon, has been the Beverly Regional Airport Manager for the last three year moving Beverly from the #8 position of airports in terms of total operations to an impressive #2 in the General Aviation category for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
During this time, and despite the Covid-19 Pandemic, Beverly Regional Airport has experienced an unprecedented growth in volume of over 51% in total operations within four years.
This unprecedented growth translates to increased revenues, job creation and business growth for the communities we serve, and is a huge motivating factor for Gloria.
What Now
This significant growth begs an assessment of the current infrastructure, and the creation of the most comprehensive plan and framework for the next 20 years… the Beverly Regional Airport Master Plan is that roadmap to our future.
Where We Were Going
The last Airport Master Plan was conducted almost 20-years ago, at a time when the fleet mix was mainly smaller aircraft using the airport as an alternative to Boston Logan.
One aspect of the old plan if implemented would have had undesirable implications for our businesses and surrounding communities, so when Gloria became Airport Manager she recommended the development of new, comprehensive Master Plan to reflect new opportunities and challenges that are suitable and obtainable for the Beverly Regional Airport of today.
Where We Are Going
The future of Beverly Regional Airport is very bright, and you are invited to join us.
Currently we are hosting meetings to discuss data and input that we have received from a wide variety of sources. We are inviting you to watch, listen and contribute as we unpack all that we have learned.
Collaboration and Appreciation
The best plans are arrived at collectively, and the Beverly Regional Airport Master Plan is no exception. The stakeholders including the on-airport businesses, the Airport Commission, the communities of Beverly, Danvers Wenham and Mayor Cahill have all played a vital role in getting the plan to its current point.
Gloria Bouillon says, “through much collaboration with Massachusetts Department of Transportation, Aeronautics, and the Federal Aviation Administration, our project team of engineers and planners, we are bringing the most preferred alternative to develop the Airport in the most sustainable path forward. I say most preferred because it is the least invasive, most cost effective and positions Beverly Regional Airport to be successful for the long term.
Should you have any questions please contact Gloria Bouillion, gbouillon@beverlyma.gov Beverly Regional Airport Manager or Jim Miklas jim.miklas@woolpert.com Airport Master Plan Project Manager.
Pilot, Airport Leader, Adventurer, Skier, Hiker, Photographer, Foodie and Lover of all Things Aviation
What is your background?
I have a varied background including aviation planning, construction project management, system planning, insurance, operations and security. I was even an airport rescue firefighter at one point in my career.
What energizes you most?
I genuinely love to meet new people, and get a tremendous amount of energy from involvement with others.
What’s your biggest asset as an aviation leader?
I’m known as a collaborator who brings diverse stakeholders together to pursue common interests. I also value people. I like working as a team to solve problems. I can’t say enough about the different teams we have in place!
What are your other interests besides flying?
I live a very active lifestyle. I enjoy skiing, hiking, flying, travel, and photography. I’m also a bit of a foodie. Of course, ultimately I am a business woman.
What other skills do you bring to the role as Airport Manager, and as an ambassador for aviation and for women in aviation?
Like I mentioned earlier, I genuinely love people and so I take every opportunity to meet and engage with all sorts of people. I’ve also had the privilege of doing a great deal of public speaking at both national and international conferences. As a commercial pilot and aircraft owner, I am able to understand and respect the airport operating environment fully.
What are your favorite things about being a pilot?
I love the flying community! The adventures, sharing of stories, and the unbridled joy that we all get from being up in the air. There’s nothing else like it!
What are your goals for Beverly Regional Airport?
My vision includes bringing the airport to the highest standards. I want us to be the best airport that we can be, while we continually strive towards excellence. Our Master Plan will help guide the airport for the next 20 years and ensure we succeed on every level.