Aaron Womack

Collected donations from local organizations, businesses and residents to increase supplies and meet demand. Loaded and unloaded distribution trucks at destination. Fostered partnerships with local farms, securing fresh produce donations throughout year. Coordinated with local businesses for food collection, increasing variety of available items. Cultivated strong network of providers delivering necessary assistance to unhoused community.

Organized, facilitated, and executed residential home and farm produce gleans. Picked and gathered donated crop with other volunteers then transferred the bounty into a local food bank network. Joined the program soon after its inception. Contributed to program development and expansion through produce harvesting, community outreach, volunteer management, logistical design, and event coordination. Teamed with fellow volunteers in gathering and delivering an estimated 210,000 pounds of produce into the Pierce County Just and Healthy Food System over 6 years of volunteering.

Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission. Enhanced board effectiveness by implementing innovative strategies and best practices. Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.

Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes. Provided expert guidance on airspace design changes as necessary, contributing to enhanced navigational safety for aircraft in surrounding areas. Implemented innovative scheduling methods to maximize staff availability during peak hours, enhancing overall operational effectiveness. Upheld a strong culture of safety within the air traffic control team, fostering an environment where personnel felt empowered to report potential hazards or concerns. Conducted thorough reviews of controller performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted coaching strategies. Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.

Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes. Enhanced safety by effectively managing air traffic in high-density airspace. Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft. Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements. Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support. Researched continually to stay up to date on new FAA rules and policies.