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2026 Keynote speaker

jason quinn

Jason Quinn is a former United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer and Rescue Swimmer #500, serving 12 years in the Coast Guard with assignments including the U.S. Coast Guard Honor Guard and Air Station Elizabeth City. A recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Jason was recognized for extraordinary courage and leadership during a high-risk rescue mission off the coast of Alaska, where his actions helped save the lives of five mariners under extreme conditions.

2026 schedule

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27

15:30 - 17:00

Produce an Award Winning Air Show

Christopher "Oz" Van Stelle - Miramar Air Show

15:30 - 17:00

NWCAS Registration Opens

Westin Wall

17:00

Opening Remarks

NWCAS Board

17:00 - 20:00

Happy Hour + Evening Social

Improv Group Entertainment at the Westin Wall

20:00

Hospitality Suite Opens

Westin Wall

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 28

08:00

NWCAS Registration Opens

Westin Wall

08:00 - 09:00

Breakfast

Ballroom

09:00 - 09:10

Opening Remarks

NWCAS Board

09:10 - 09:20

ICAS Update

ICAS Representative

09:30 - 09:50

The Importance of Hiring New Performers

Kyle Fowler, Drew Watson, Melissa Burns

09:50 - 10:05

Coffee Break

Ballroom

10:05 - 11:05

Speed Marketing: Website, Social, Emails

Ami Tipper - Canadian International Air Show

11:15 - 11:20

Silent Auction Introduction

NWCAS Board

11:20 - 11:35

1 Canadian Air Division

Major Ken Mick

11:35 - 12:15

Keeping Youth Engaged Through STEM

Annie Warner - Buckeye Air Fair / Angela Terry - California Capital

12:15 - 13:15

Lunch

Ballroom

13:15 - 13:30

Transport Canada

Transport Canada Representative

13:30 - 13:40

Sponsor Spotlight


13:40 - 14:25

How to Enhance the VIP Experience / Performer Breakout

Laura Gadowsky - Air Show Network / Mike Tryggvason - See Sam Fly

14:25 - 15:00

Dr. Rachael Ferraro Senior, HIMS AME

Coeur d’Alene, ID

15:00 - 15:20

TBD


15:20 - 15:30

Coffee Break


15:30 - 16:00

NWCAS AGM

NWCAS Board

16:00 - 16:10

ICAS Foundation

Rose Fowler

16:10 - 17:00

Keynote Speaker - 
Jason Quinn

US Coast Guard, Host of Real ResQ Podcast

17:00 - 17:10

Closing Remarks

NWCAS Board

18:00 - 18:30

Cocktail Hour

Ballroom

18:30 - 20:00

Banquet Dinner & Silent Auction

Ballroom

conference benefits

Elections and AGM

Every NWCAS conference is your opportunity to be heard. This is when we have our AGM and elect the new board. If you are interested in a board position please reach out, we are always very excited for new faces to give input on how to make NWCAS even better!

Networking


Possibly the greatest value we can offer! Each region has its own unique challenges, and the Northwest is no different. NWCAS is an opportunity to come together and find ways to move forward through planning, communication and creating a real sense of comradery among industry professionals.

Best Practices Brainstorm

These interactive sessions provide you with access to the expertise of a number of show professionals. From marketing, sponsorship, traffic and gates or air ops our panel discussions gives you direct contact to those with years of experience and best practices in their area of specialty.

Performer’s Showcase

The performers showcase has become a staple of the conference. Send a link to your 1-2 minute video to info@nwcas.org to be included. Whether you are a veteran performer or new to the circuit – this is your chance to market!

Keynote Speakers

Hear from entertaining speakers from the aviation industry on a variety of topics. Some will inspire you, some will make you laugh but most importantly they are speaking on area of interest to all of us – aviation

Agencies

For many years we have appreciated the support of 1 Canadian Air Division, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and the USAF Air Combat Command at our conference. Each agency will provide you with the latest updates on process and procedures for their show season. This is also a great opportunity to network if you are a new show or looking to add a military aspect to your event.

Having Fun


And if none of the above appeal to you, just attend the conference for our social events. Catch up with your airshow friends and family, meet new ones, and have some fun. We have added new networking segments to the conference!

Whether you are a seasoned airshow professional or just starting in the industry – the NWCAS conference is your ticket to educational events, promotional opportunities, networking and of course, our renowned social events!
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