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ACE’s 2024 Programming and What’s Ahead for 2025!
2024 saw the addition of many programs, new and continuing, for the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE). Over the last year, ACE has reached 30,000 students through all of our aviation and STEM-focused programs! As we continue pushing our mission to engage, educate, and accelerate the next generation of aerospace professionals, let’s dive into the
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Where Are They Now? – Juksana “Jenny” Mai Ngam
Juksana “Jenny” Mai Ngam has been a force for the aviation industry. She received the James C. Ray Scholarship in December 2019, and she obtained her Private Pilot’s License in July 2021 at the age of only 18 — all while attending Central Florida Aerospace Academy (CFAA). Today, after graduating from CFAA, Jenny is attending
Where Are They Now? – Andrew Pitman
Andrew Pitman is a true example of resilience. The Central Florida Aerospace Academy alumnus and past James C. Ray Flight Training scholarship recipient is a true testament of sticking to your passion, even when the initial plan doesn’t come to fruition. Andrew dreamed of becoming a US Air Force Pilot since he was a kid;
Aerospace Center for Excellence and SUN ‘n FUN Announce New Business Development Manager
LAKELAND, Fla. (June 29, 2022) – With the ever-growing Aerospace Expo requiring more and more resources to meet demand, Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) and SUN ‘n FUN (SNF) announce the addition of Jana Filip to the team as Business Development Manager. In her new role, Filip will be responsible for creating and managing initiatives that
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Aerospace Center For Excellence & SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo Selects New President/CEO
LAKELAND, FL: The Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) and SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo (SnF) Board of Directors are thrilled to announce that Gene Conrad has been named the organization’s new President/CEO commencing April 11, 2022. Conrad, who was born in Oshkosh, WI and resides in Lakeland, FL, has been the Airport Director of Lakeland
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