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5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025

Angeline Tomasevic https://pc.fsu.edu/student-research/symposium/symposium-program-2025/systems-engineeringy

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BIO

Angeline Tomasevic is a graduate student studying Systems Engineering. She has ten years of experience in systems engineering, specializing in energetics and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Currently, she serves as the Assistant Program Manager for Systems Engineering with NAVAIR. Outside of school and work, Angeline enjoys powerlifting and hiking with her family and four dogs.

"The First Lady of Aviation" - Olive Ann Beech

Authors: Angeline Tomasevic, Dr. Daniel Georgiadis
Student Major: Master of Systems Engineering
Mentor: Dr. Daniel Georgiadis
Mentor's Department: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department
Mentor's College: College of Engineering
Co-Presenters:

Abstract

Olive Ann Beech, often called the “First Lady of Aviation,” was a trailblazing entrepreneur and leader in the aviation industry. As co-founder, president, and CEO of Beech Aircraft Corporation, she transformed the company into one of the most successful aerospace corporations in the world during an era when female executives were exceedingly rare. This research explores Beech’s leadership style, major contributions, and lasting impact on aviation and business. Through the lens of leadership theories and paradigms, this analysis aims to highlight her resilience, business acumen, and innovative strategies, providing lessons applicable to modern leadership challenges.

Keywords: Beechcraft, leadership, aviation