Ep158: Delta Professional Services: ATP-CTP, Scholarships, Career Opportunities, and a Path to Delta

Ready 4 Pushback

Nik Fialka

Aviation, Business, Careers, Leisure

5.0 • 797 Ratings

🗓️ 15 July 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

Unleash the dynamic world of Delta Professional Services, where the sky is not the limit but just the beginning! Hop in the conversation with Marc Lippens, President of DPS, and Bob Skinner, Senior VP of Operations and Client Experience. From top-tier training programs to flexible career paths, explore the incredible opportunities DPS offers to both experienced aviators and newcomers.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

An overview of DPS's role in supporting Delta Airlines with top-tier talent and partnerships with major industry players
Career opportunities and employee benefits at DPS
The secret behind DPS's hiring success
Insights into the ATP-CTP program and its industry-leading standards
DPS's exciting scholarship opportunities for aspiring pilots

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED

Contact dpsrecruiting@dps.delta.com regarding opportunities at Delta Professional Services.

ABOUT MARC LIPPENS AND BOB SKINNER

Marc Lippens is the President of Delta Professional Services at Delta Air Lines, where he has spearheaded over $15M in new revenue growth and a 60% increase in existing revenue. Under his leadership, the company has become a leading provider of flight training and standards, serving top U.S. air carriers and major aircraft manufacturers. With 25 years of experience, Lippens excels in building effective teams and driving strategic growth through data-driven decisions.

Bob Skinner is the Senior Vice President, Operations & Client Engagement of Delta Professional Services at Delta Air Lines. He is a seasoned aviation professional with 35 years of experience in air carrier training and operations. Known for his strong management skills, Skinner drives positive change through teamwork and cooperation, effectively overseeing multiple groups to achieve successful outcomes.

CONNECT WITH MARC AND BOB

Website: Delta Professional Services
LinkedIn: Delta Professional Services

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0:00.0	Hey, Pilot, before we get going, I've got big news, July 17th at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. You can join me
0:08.2	on a live webinar where I will be offering an industry update as well as answering your questions.
0:15.6	If you want to join me, click the link in the description and it will bring you over to the registration
0:20.6	page where you can get registered.
0:23.4	So come join me, July 17th, 8 p.m. Eastern Time. I'll see you there.
0:29.4	It's the who, not the what, that gets you on with the EPS, and that's making our company grow.
0:34.8	Our primary focus is to provide the highly experienced, highly qualified individuals into
0:40.3	the aviation training, flight safety, flight training, and standards world.
0:44.3	Most pilots don't understand what career opportunities are available in the world of aviation.
0:50.3	They're making career decisions based on advice from friends or posts on internet forums,
0:56.0	meaning they are taking huge risk with their livelihood without having all the details.
1:01.0	This podcast was created to help you understand the aviation industry so you can find your dream job.
1:08.0	Let's get ready for pushback. Here's your host and my dad, Nick Fialca.
1:14.8	Hey, pilot, welcome to Ready for Pushback. I'm Nick Fialca. Thank you so much for joining me today.
1:20.9	And I want to talk to you, especially if you are a person who has not yet done their ATP, CTP, or maybe if you are a pilot
1:32.7	nearing the end of your career and you are looking for something to figure out what the next phase is,
1:38.9	or maybe you lost your medical and you're trying to figure out how to support your family. This is a great episode for you.
1:47.5	I am talking about Delta Professional Services.
1:51.8	What is Delta Professional Services?
1:54.0	Well, just listen up.
1:54.8	You're about to find out.
1:55.7	I had a great conversation with Mark Lippins, the president of DPS, as well as Bob Skinner, the vice president
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