Mary Nichole Harshbarger is a seasoned aviation safety professional with a B.S. in Management and Marketing from Penn State University and has completed certifications in aviation safety, accident investigation, and human performance and resilience from USC Viterbi, NBAA, ACSF, and Wyvern LTD. She also has extensive experience managing and improving Safety Management Systems (SMS) across various aviation sectors, including Part 135, 91, and 145. Mary has overseen flight operations safety for large and small aircraft fleets and up to 900 employees, ensuring continuous safety efforts and improvements. She has represented her organizations at national industry events, presenting on topics such as change management, safety performance indicators, and managing operational risk. Mary's career in aviation safety includes prominent roles at Clay Lacy Aviation, XOJET Aviation LLC, and Sun Air Jets. Her leadership and expertise have been instrumental in guiding teams, launching new SMS software programs, and achieving certifications such as FAA SMSVP, IS-BAO Stage III, Wyvern Wingman Pro, Argus Platinum, and ACSF status. In addition to her professional achievements, Mary actively participates in the aviation safety community, hosting discussions and collaborations with organizations like NATA, Wyvern, Embery Riddle, Flight Safety Foundation, and ACSF. She is also a member of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) for the Flight Safety Foundation, providing focused direction and assistance to improve aviation safety.