Great to be back at Airline Economics Growth Frontiers in Dublin this week and to catch up with so many across the aviation finance and aircraft leasing community.

With OEM delays, limited supply, and increasing market complexity, it is clear that talent and access to capital remain the key differentiators.

Having recruited in aviation finance for two decades, GKR Search and Selection seen the talent landscape change significantly. In the early years, we often had to explain what aircraft leasing was. Today, it is a recognised and highly attractive target sector for people who want a long-term career in the industry.

The sector itself has also grown considerably. There are more platforms, more capital sources and more specialist roles than ever before, and the talent pool has expanded with it. The strongest organisations now have real depth across commercial, credit, technical, legal, restructuring, asset management and capital markets.

We also continue to hear consistent feedback from the market. People want to work for the right platform, one with a strong track record, a positive culture, and leadership teams that are genuinely diverse. Those factors increasingly shape where people choose to build their careers.

It was also great to attend the PropelHer event during the week. The event was packed and full of energy, and it is clear the organisation is building real momentum and strengthening the pipeline of future leaders across aviation finance.

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