Sonja Clark

This week on Hey Amarillo, I sit down with Sonja Clark, site leader at Bell Helicopter's Amarillo facility. Sonja oversees a large workforce responsible for developing and building some of the military's most critical frontline aircraft — work that requires precision, trust, and extraordinary leadership. We talk about what it means to carry that kind of responsibility, and how pride in the work translates into pride in community. Sonja shares the impact of Bell's history in Amarillo, the weight of leading at that scale, and the importance of the mission behind the machines. We also talk candidly about her journey as a woman in leadership — the barriers, the expectations, the quiet moments of doubt, and the intentional work of paving the way for others behind her. Sonja is thoughtful, grounded, and refreshingly honest about her own growth. It's a conversation about strength, humility, and the kind of leadership that shapes both an organization and a city. If you care about industry, community, and what it takes to lead well — this one's for you.