Coordinated private jet charter flight arrangements from start to finish.
Drove client acquisition through targeted networking referrals and proactive marketing outreach.
Cultivated client relationships by delivering exceptional customer service and addressing client needs.
Negotiated contracts for clients and suppliers to ensure favorable terms and alignment with operational goals.
Supported compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards across operations.
Stayed current on aviation industry trends and developments.
Managed small team of charter brokers.
Air Charter Manager
MNX
10.2010 - 09.2015
Coordinated charter aircraft logistics for diverse customer verticals to ensure timely delivery.
Supported time-critical shipments with charter aircraft solutions that expedited transit times.
Drove business growth by building client relationships, developing new opportunities, negotiating deals, and managing long-term partnerships for revenue and market expansion.
Business Development Manager, Aerospace and Life Sciences.
First Officer
Piedmont Airlines
Salisbury, Maryland
03.2005 - 10.2010
Pilot
First Officer
Air Cargo Carriers, Inc.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
08.2004 - 03.2005
SD3-30 and SD3-60
Education
B.S. - Aeronautical Science, Aerospace Studies, Air Traffic Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, Florida
04-2003
High School Diploma -
Green Mountain Valley School
Waitsfield, Vermont
05-1998
Skills
Charter logistics
Aviation regulations knowledge
Customs compliance expertise
International customs proficiency
Airport operations expertise
Aircraft operations understanding
Sabre and TMS systems expertise
Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single and Multi Engine Land with Instrument privileges
Timeline
Director, Air Charter Services North America
Kuehne+Nagel
09.2015 - Current
Air Charter Manager
MNX
10.2010 - 09.2015
First Officer
Piedmont Airlines
03.2005 - 10.2010
First Officer
Air Cargo Carriers, Inc.
08.2004 - 03.2005
B.S. - Aeronautical Science, Aerospace Studies, Air Traffic Management