Tips on Leadership and Management from Dr. Philip Mann

Tom welcomes Dr. Philip Mann to the show. Dr. Mann has extensive experience in the fields of Aviation, Project Management, and Leadership. They discuss his views on how leaders can be more effective and Dr. Mann shares important takeaways for anyone who wants to improve their team'x experience and performance. Here is more about Dr. Mann:

Dynamic learning & development professional with nearly 30 years of aviation experience, including 17 years at the Federal Aviation Administration. Recognized aviation safety expert and National Airspace System specialist with a proven track record of implementing impactful initiatives across complex industries. Featured across national and international media outlets, providing expert analysis on critical aviation incidents, reaching 3.6M+ viewers globally.

Dr. Mann partners with organizations to:
- Align learning programs with strategic objectives and measurable outcomes
- Enhance organizational capabilities through innovative training solutions
- Create engaging learning experiences that simplify complex concepts
- Drive successful project outcomes using structured methodologies

Key areas of expertise:
- Strategic learning program design and implementation
- Cross-functional team leadership and project management
- Organizational effectiveness and employee engagement
- Aviation safety and operational analysis
- NAS infrastructure project management and technical operations
- Risk management in high-stakes environments

Dr. Mann's approach combines industry knowledge with expertise in:
- Organizational assessment and strategic analysis
- Adult learning principles and instructional design
- Stakeholder engagement and change management
- Federal aviation regulations and safety standards
- Aviation systems implementation

Current Roles:
- Director, Center for Project Management Innovation and Assistant Professor of Organization and Management, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
- Adjunct Assistant Professor of Project Management, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Featured Media Appearances:
- LiveNOW Fox
- USA Today
- NewsNation Now (Multiple appearances)
- The Associated Press (AP)
- Morning Glory with Mike Graham (London)
- WGAL 8 News (Multiple appearances)
- And other prominent national and international media outlets

Dr. Mann is open to discussing organizational transformation, learning & development initiatives, aviation safety, project management in aerospace, or general aviation industry insights.