This article was authored by Jessica Bachansingh, Senior Manager, Transformation, and Connectivity Pillar Lead for the Atlas Women’s Network.
Throughout the month of March, the Atlas Women’s Network (AWN) brought teams across Atlas together to recognize International Women’s Day (IWD) and celebrate the achievements, leadership, and impact of women across our company and industry. As Connectivity Pillar Lead, it was incredibly energizing to see this level of engagement and participation across the organization.
Guided by this year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” AWN hosted an expanded, monthlong series of conversations that reinforced how investing in others strengthens both individuals and our broader Atlas community.
The first week of the month opened with a meaningful focus on mentorship and community engagement, featuring employee experiences with organizations like Junior Achievement (JA) – a non-profit that Atlas has partnered with for over 15 years in three separate locations – New York, Erlanger, and Miami – where team members volunteered their time to lead students in entrepreneurship lessons and business-minded curriculum through engaging classroom activities. This panel discussion also highlighted how our colleagues commit to paying it forward for the next generation.
In week two, we hosted a dynamic Customer Panel, where female leaders shared firsthand perspectives on thriving in the logistics field and managing global stakeholders through strong, values-driven partnerships.
Week three centered on regional and social impact through a panel with the Hong Kong and APAC teams and Jeff Toymere, Founder of ImpactHK. Jeff shared how advocacy and purpose-led initiatives can drive meaningful community change.
Our IWD celebration concluded with a powerful Cargo Industry Panel, featuring Lauren Beyer, the President of the Cargo Airline Association, Kirsten de Bruijn, former cargo executive at WestJet and Qatar Airways, and Atlas leadership. These women had an empowering discussion that highlighted how resilience and collaboration can drive to the advancement of women in aviation and air cargo.
Throughout the month, these conversations reinforced a message that resonated deeply with me: when we give our time, perspectives, and support, we all gain.
