Jane Garvey

Jane Garvey

Keynote Speaker: Pioneering Transportation Policy Leader & Aviation Safety Expert; First Female FAA Administrator; Global Chairman of Meridiam Infrastructure

  • Travels From:
  • Speaking Fee:
    Live Event Fee: $10,000 - $20,000
    Virtual Event Fee: Contact us for details
    More Fee Info
  • Categories:

Jane Garvey Biography

Jane F. Garvey is recognized for her significant contributions to American transportation policy. Appointed by President Bill Clinton, Garvey became the first female administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration and the first to serve a full five-year term. She also served as the 14th administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. Prior to this role, Garvey was director of Logan International Airport in Boston and held positions as acting administrator and deputy administrator of the Federal Highway Administration. She also served as commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Works.

Garvey's tenure at the FAA was marked by efforts in aviation modernization and crisis management. She oversaw substantial modernization initiatives and led the agency through the events of September 11, guiding the FAA in its response and recovery. Garvey played a key role in reforming the FAA's institutional culture and preparing the agency for the Y2K computer transition. Her leadership during these periods was noted by lawmakers and media outlets.

Before her appointment to the FAA, Garvey contributed to infrastructure finance at the Federal Highway Administration, where she pioneered the Innovative Financing Initiative. This initiative introduced new financing mechanisms, including Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicles (GARVEE), which allowed states to fund highway projects using future revenues. This model became widely adopted for public infrastructure financing. Garvey later served on the transition team for President Barack Obama, focusing on transportation policy and infrastructure challenges, and led the U.S. Public/Private Partnerships advisory group at JPMorgan, advising states on project financing strategies.

In the private sector, Garvey has held leadership roles in global infrastructure investment. She serves as global chairman of Meridiam Infrastructure, a firm specializing in long-term sustainable infrastructure development. Garvey became the first female chairman of United Continental Holdings, where her board leadership at United Airlines leveraged her expertise in aviation and transportation policy.

Garvey's career has been acknowledged with honors such as the Eno Lifetime of Service Award in Infrastructure Policy, the National Council of Public-Private Partnerships Leadership Award, the National Award of Excellence for Public Leaders, the Woman of the Year Award in Transportation and Politics, and the L. Welch Pogue Lifetime Achievement in International Aviation Award. She has been recognized among the 100 Heroes in Aviation History as part of the First Flight Centennial Celebration in Kitty Hawk and received the Sentinel of Safety Award from NATCA for her achievements in aviation safety. Garvey continues to be an authoritative voice on transportation policy, public-private partnerships, aviation safety, and crisis leadership.

Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Jane Garvey and other top speakers and celebrities.

How do I book Jane Garvey to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jane Garvey for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jane Garvey, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jane Garvey or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Jane Garvey for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Jane Garvey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jane Garvey, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Jane Garvey speak about?

Jane Garvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Executive Leadership, Influential Women and Female Leadership.

Where does Jane Garvey travel from?

Jane Garvey generally travels from Amherst, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jane Garvey?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jane Garvey for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jane Garvey for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jane Garvey or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Jane Garvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Business Leadership and Women in Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jane Garvey for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Jane Garvey generally travels from Amherst, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tina Opie, Mimi Crume Sterling and Faith Taylor. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jane Garvey for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 31/07/2026.
  • How do I book Jane Garvey to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jane Garvey for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jane Garvey, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jane Garvey or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jane Garvey for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jane Garvey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jane Garvey, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jane Garvey speak about?

    Jane Garvey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Business Leadership, Women in Business, Executive Leadership, Influential Women and Female Leadership.
  • Where does Jane Garvey travel from?

    Jane Garvey generally travels from Amherst, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jane Garvey?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jane Garvey for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jane Garvey for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jane Garvey or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
BOOKING INFORMATION REQUEST
JANE GARVEY

We are happy to assist you with your interest in booking a speaker or celebrity for your event, your organization, and the type of talent you would like to secure, and an agent will be in touch shortly.

Fill out the form below to or call us at 1.855.383.8805 if need immediate assistance.

Tell us about your event!

We respond to most inquiries within 4 hours. Under special circumstances, it may take up to 24 hours.


This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.