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Michael W. Hamilton

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Dynamic sales leader with a track record of driving growth in aviation sales. Expertise in developing strategic sales initiatives and fostering client relationships, resulting in increased revenue and market presence. The utilization of effective communication and interpersonal skills has enabled me to successfully interface with all levels of personnel and customers. Meeting deadlines is something at which I have always excelled at. I possess strong problem-solving skills that have enabled me to deliver identified outcomes.

Overview

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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Sales Manager

DAS Aviation
, Great Lakes Territory
2024 - Current

I developed regional sales strategies to enhance our market presence and customer engagement. Forming strategic partnerships with fleet operators, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, and parts distributors has been crucial for expanding our territory. DAS Aviation offers a range of services, including customer revenue optimization (CRO), landing gear overhauls and repairs, parts sales, and engineering services. By providing comprehensive off-wing solutions, our team has successfully met our sales objectives through effective promotion strategies, coordinated efforts within the sales team, and the nurturing of key accounts to strengthen business relationships.

Regional Sales Manager / Fleet Program Director

Jet East / West Star Aviation
, Great Lakes Territory
2022 - 2024

Responsible for executing all phases of the Business Development, Brand Recognition, Avionics Installs, Interior Refurbishments, Airframe and Engine sales in the Great Lakes Region to meet yearly order goals and targets. This includes prospecting, developing, qualifying and securing new customers while maintaining close business relationships with existing customers to ensure follow-on business is secured. Created and managed large Fleet Operator programs. Developed and implemented the Large Fleet operator programs (MSA's) throughout the WSA footprint.

Regional Sales Manager

Constant Aviation
, Great Lakes Territory
2018 - 2022

Established and grew relationships with both preexisting and new customers throughout the Great Lakes Territory. Represented the organization at events while creating a network of relationships to continue to grow the business.

VP of Operations / Director of Maintenance

Jet East
, Hybrid
2017 - 2018

Provided full oversight and management of the 145 Repair Station, serving as the DOM while also managing all Fleet Accounts and the Materials Department.

Director of Maintenance Procurement

TMC Jets
Elkhart, Indiana
2013 - 2017

Directly responsible for managing all maintenance vendor contracts and relationships. Developed and managed an offsite internal parts department to support a fleet of 90 plus aircraft. Provided regular oversight to maintenance control, quality assurance, and training departments to ensure Part 135 Compliance was met.

Power and Propulsion Logistics Manager

NAVAIR
Lexington Park, Maryland
2011 - 2013

Provided in-service logistics support to the Department of Defense PMA-275 V-22 Osprey Joint Program Office (JPO), Propulsion and Power IPT. I supported War-Fighter goals by planning and managing the Propulsion and Power Integration logistics, maintenance planning, and post production support planning.

C21 Site Manager

DynCorp International
Battle Creek, Michigan
2009 - 2011

Director of Maintenance

Great Lakes Aviation
Kalamazoo, Michigan
2007 - 2009

Maintenance Manager

Flight Options
Cleveland, Ohio
2002 - 2007

In-Flight Technician

DynCorp International
Lexington Park, Maryland
2001 - 2002

Aircraft Technician / Special Mission Crewman / QA

United States Navy
1993 - 2001

Education

Aviation Management

Eastern New Mexico University
01-2005

Harless School Of Aviation
Georgia
01-2002

Avon Lake High School
Ohio
01-1993

Skills

  • Business development
  • Fleet program management
  • Sales strategy
  • Lead prospecting
  • Territory and account management
  • Effective communication
  • Territory expansion
  • Customer relationship management

Certification

  • FAA Airframe and Power Plant License I/A, 3057947

Accomplishments

  • United States Navy - Honorable Discharge
  • Veteran Golfers Association - Assistant State Director MI
  • Lifetime VFW Member
  • Eagles Club Member

Affiliations

  • NBAA Maintenance Committee Member - 2018

Timeline

Regional Sales Manager

DAS Aviation
2024 - Current

Regional Sales Manager / Fleet Program Director

Jet East / West Star Aviation
2022 - 2024

Regional Sales Manager

Constant Aviation
2018 - 2022

VP of Operations / Director of Maintenance

Jet East
2017 - 2018

Director of Maintenance Procurement

TMC Jets
2013 - 2017

Power and Propulsion Logistics Manager

NAVAIR
2011 - 2013

C21 Site Manager

DynCorp International
2009 - 2011

Director of Maintenance

Great Lakes Aviation
2007 - 2009

Maintenance Manager

Flight Options
2002 - 2007

In-Flight Technician

DynCorp International
2001 - 2002

Aircraft Technician / Special Mission Crewman / QA

United States Navy
1993 - 2001

Aviation Management

Eastern New Mexico University

Harless School Of Aviation

Avon Lake High School
Michael W. Hamilton