ICYMI: Industry Leaders to Convene at 2025 Aerium Summit to Advance the Future of Aviation, Technology, and Workforce Development
PRESS ADVISORY
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For Immediate Release: May 29, 2025
Contact:
Matt Crocco
JOHNSTOWN, PA - The 2025 Aerium Summit, taking place May 28 and 29 at the John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, will bring together a powerhouse lineup of leaders across aviation, aerospace, government, and education. This two-day summit aims to address the urgent need for a skilled aviation workforce and showcase breakthroughs in autonomous flight, emergency response technology, and aerospace innovation.
SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS:
- Senator Wayne Langerholc (Majority Whip), R-35
- Senator Judy Ward (Transportation Chair), R-30
- Luke Bernstein, CEO, Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry
- Jen Gilburg, Deputy Secretary, PA DCED
- Anthony McCloskey, Director, PennDOT – Bureau of Aviation
- Greg James, VP, DroneUp
- Earl Lawrence, Aviation Policy Lead, Joby Aviation
- Elizabeth Tennyson, COO, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
- James Parrish, Business Director, ACUASI, University of Alaska Fairbanks
- Larry Nulton, Chairman, Aerium
- John Augustine, Director, Greater Johnstown CTC
- Brianna Pavkovich, Director, Aviation Maintenance Program, Saint Francis University
- And over 30 additional speakers from government, academia, healthcare, and aerospace.
WHY ATTEND?
With the aviation and aerospace sectors facing a critical skills gap, the Aerium Summit is a unique opportunity to:
- Bridge the Workforce Gap: Through sessions like From Classroom to Career and Policy and Workforce Development for Autonomous Aviation, leaders will explore how STEM, CTE, and higher education are meeting 21st-century industry needs.
- Engage in High-Impact Networking: Industry giants, local officials, and national innovators will be on hand to forge public-private partnerships, explore investment opportunities, and exchange strategies to secure the aviation talent pipeline.
- See Innovation in Action: Attendees will learn about drones transforming emergency healthcare, eVTOL integration, and investment-ready aviation technologies through real-world case studies and live demonstrations.
- Shape Policy & Infrastructure: Sessions with lawmakers and aviation authorities will focus on advancing regulatory frameworks and strategic investments in Pennsylvania and beyond.
EVENT DETAILS
- Dates: May 28–29, 2025 (Opening Session begins at 10:00 AM)
- Location: John Murtha Johnstown–Cambria County Airport - 479 Airport Rd, Johnstown, PA. 15904
- Registration & Info: https://aerium.org/2025-summit/
Aerium drives innovation in aviation and aerospace by supporting emerging businesses and developing the skilled workforce needed for today and the future. Through strategic partnerships, Aerium positions Pennsylvania as a national leader in aviation and aerospace by: accelerating the commercialization of next-generation technologies, including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and crewed aircraft, and training the professionals who will build, operate, and sustain them.
