Bettina Hohn
Hillsboro Beach,FL
Summary
Having embodied discretion, loyalty, and professionalism, traits acquired and honed over a distinguished career spanning over 33 years in the Corporate aviation industry. With extensive flight hours alongside exceptional clients and colleagues, I have cultivated a reputation for excellence and reliability. My unwavering commitment to safety underscores my dedication to upholding the highest standards within the corporate aviation sector. As a seasoned professional, I am are driven by a strong work ethic and a passion for advancing the industry's standards and practices. My discreet contributions have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the corporate aviation world.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Inflight Training
DaVinci Inflight Training Institute
03.2021 - Current
- Oversee the design, innovation, and implementation of new inflight training programs, integrating the latest aviation safety, service, and culinary standards.
- Development of hands-on, scenario-based training techniques, ensuring students experience real-world aviation service and safety challenges.
- Implement modern training tools, including e-learning platforms, virtual simulations, and hands-on workshops.
- Align training programs with luxury service excellence, emphasizing fine dining, wine pairing, table service, and high-profile client interactions.
- Develop customized training solutions for VIP flight departments, charter operators, and private aviation firms.
- Emergency response procedures (evacuation drills, first aid, CPR, AED usage).
- Crew Resource Management (CRM) and risk management for private aviation.
- Live scenario-based emergency training and crisis management drills.
- Medical response training, integrating partnerships with MedAir and other emergency response organizations.
- Security and inflight safety training, including threat assessment and mitigation strategies with Aviation Secure Inc.
- Oversee the development and execution of luxury inflight hospitality programs, ensuring training aligns with the highest service standards.
- Develop and manage culinary training modules for corporate flight attendants, focusing on: Gourmet meal preparation and presentation tailored for inflight service.
Wine and champagne pairing, caviar service, and Michelin-star-level fine dining.
Plating, food handling, and allergen safety compliance.
Specialty coffee and tea service, including barista-style preparations.
Cultural sensitivity in meal service and VIP dining experiences. - Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
Executive Personal Assistant
Brent Smith & Family
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Displayed absolute discretion in handling confidential information.
- Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
- Led staff and vendors in providing a high level of service for owners and guests.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas, and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning.
- Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules for 8 Estates.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
Multi-Site Estate Property Manager
Brent Smith
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Oversaw and advised on leasing operations, including TAA agreement, leasing application process, addendums, screening process, and approval criteria
- Negotiated favorable contracts with clients, tenants, and vendors to consistently meet financial targets
- Worked with leasing agents to market vacancies and keep occupancy rates high
- Monitored the progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes on 8 Estates.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
- Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to the highest standards.
Inflight Director
Latsis Family
08.1996 - 08.2011
- Personal Assistant & In-flight Director PrivatAir
- Spiro Latsis & family on all flights and personal homes. NDA
- Seconded to British Royal Household on Private Flights
- (HRH Prince Charles and Sons)
- Royal Saudi Household
- Royal Al Thani Family
- Celebrities
- Musicians
- Diplomatic Heads of State & Presidents (Domestic & International)
- President George H.W. Bush & Family
- Help with-flight briefings with crew members to prepare for the day's flights
- Enforced safety regulations and proper use of safety equipment for flights with 60 + passengers
- Conducted assignments promptly and professionally and acted as a positive role model for the crew
- Verified the proper levels of food, beverages, and other supplies in the cabin prior to passenger loading
- Identified and quickly handled the special assistance requirements of elderly and disabled passengers
- Assisted distressed passengers by providing basic comfort, reassurance, and first-aid support
- Demonstrated the proper emergency procedures and available safety features, including inflatable life vests and supplementary oxygen
- Followed established guidelines and procedures
- Purchased and prepared meals, and catering
- Served full meals for VVIP Passengers, ordered through restaurants, and various catering companies all over the world
- Held accountable stock for 26 air crafts: on-ground and in-flight
- Seconded to various VVIP Flight as lead
- Managed professional growth and development of 35 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
Restaurant Owner
Self
08.1993 - 02.1997
- Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Supervised daily activities of the restaurant and 11 employees.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes, and reduce waste.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items, and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Education
Master of Science - Hotel Restaurant Business Management, Leisure Management, Chef
SITC Tete-de-Ran
Neuchatel, Switzerland08.1989
Instructor - CPR/AED
American Heart Association
One Beat Medical01-2023
Hospitality
TIPS On Premise Alcohol Server Training
360 Training06.2024
CPC Certified Professional Medical Coder - Medical Coding & Billing
AAPC
Skills
- Coordinate emergency response
- Training Coordination
- Inventory management
- Culinary Chef
- Team management
- Ingredient sourcing
- Food presentation
- Menu development
- Kitchen management
- AHA CPR/AED Instructor
- Attention to detail
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Swedish
Elementary
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Director of Inflight Training
DaVinci Inflight Training Institute
03.2021 - Current
Executive Personal Assistant
Brent Smith & Family
02.2018 - 10.2022
Multi-Site Estate Property Manager
Brent Smith
02.2018 - 10.2022
Inflight Director
Latsis Family
08.1996 - 08.2011
Restaurant Owner
Self
08.1993 - 02.1997
Hospitality
TIPS On Premise Alcohol Server Training
Master of Science - Hotel Restaurant Business Management, Leisure Management, Chef
SITC Tete-de-Ran
Instructor - CPR/AED
American Heart Association
CPC Certified Professional Medical Coder - Medical Coding & Billing
AAPC
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