- Coursework in Sommelier science
- passion for mixology and crafting homemade cocktails
- Coursework from DaVinci InFlight Training Institute in Food and Knife Safety
Katherine Ward
Columbus,OH
Summary
Tenured Scheduling Lead with highly specialized, proven expertise in managing fleet operations and crew member relations for NetJets Large Cabin aircraft, ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional Owner satisfaction for the most valuable fleet in private aviation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling Lead, Large Cabin
NetJets Aviation
Columbus, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Manage a team of Scheduling Specialists to flawlessly plan, recover, and execute the daily operation for 127 Large Cabin aircraft
- Build and maintain next day flight schedule for over 1000 crew members, including 300+ Flight Attendants
- Ensure the highest degree of Owner service satisfaction for Netjets' most high-end clientele
- Skilled in FAA regulatory compliance
- Foster a culture of safety and confidence amongst NetJets flight crew and schedulers
- Selected as a mentor for new hires undergoing Large Cabin scheduling training
- Aided in re-developing/standardizing Large Cabin training material
- Facilitator for weekly Flight Attendant re-current classes
- Selected to travel to Lisbon, Portugal to support NJA/NJE operations from May-June 2025
Occupational Safety and Health Intern
All Crane
Cleveland, OH
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Worked directly with the Corporate Safety Director of the largest privately-owned crane company in North America
- Assisted in developing safety and compliance SOPs
- Coordinated with OHSA personnel to standardize HAZMAT training
- Supported data collection and analysis for program evaluations, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Facilitated training sessions for new interns, fostering a collaborative work environment
- Identified and archived training reports.
- Acted a liaison between prospective business partners and the Company
- Planned receptions/fundraisers with executives across the company to attract international business
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Relations, Russian
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2020
Skills
- Unparalleled knowledge of NetJets Large Cabin operations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Logistics management
Interests
Timeline
Scheduling Lead, Large Cabin
NetJets Aviation
08.2021 - Current
Occupational Safety and Health Intern
All Crane
08.2016 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - International Relations, Russian
The Ohio State University