Shawn O’Brien
Atlanta/Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Private aviation professional with 7+ years coordinating high-touch trips, organizing detailed flight logistics, and supporting operators, crews, and VIP travelers. Experienced in fast-changing environments, schedule management, and ensuring smooth, discreet end-to-end travel experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Air Charter Service (Georgia) Inc.
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Oversaw daily operations for a high-volume charter office, coordinating directly with clients, operators, and flight crews.
- Organized itineraries, handled service arrangements, and ensured all trip details were finalized ahead of flights.
- Managed last-minute travel adjustments and coordinated catering, ground transport, and special requests.
- Maintained discretion with sensitive client and passenger information.
- Improved internal workflows to streamline communication and trip turnaround times.
Director, Private Jets & Helicopters
Air Charter Service (Florida) Inc.
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated domestic and international flights, communicating closely with operators, crews, and vendors.
- Prepared itineraries and confirmed service logistics for passengers and crew.
- Adapted to short-notice schedule changes and rerouted flights when needed.
- Assisted in hiring and training new team members.
Private Jets Manager
Air Charter Service (Florida) Inc.
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Handled full trip coordination from aircraft sourcing to service confirmations.
- Built proposals and ensured operational feasibility for selected routings.
- Provided clear communication to clients regarding updates and changes.
- Helped train junior staff and supported overall operational workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Virginia Wesleyan University
Norfolk, VA04-2015
Skills
- Flight Scheduling
- Trip Coordination
- International Logistics
- Client & Owner Support
- Crew Communication
- Flight Following
- Part 135 Familiarity
- Duty-Time Awareness
- Vendor Coordination
- Itinerary Prep
- Avinode
- JetInsight
- FlightList Pro
- JetNet
Websites
Certification
- IS-BAO Familiarity
- ARGUS / WYVERN
- FAA Part 135 Market Knowledge
- The Institute of Leadership
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Air Charter Service (Georgia) Inc.
06.2023 - 06.2025
Director, Private Jets & Helicopters
Air Charter Service (Florida) Inc.
10.2022 - 06.2023
Private Jets Manager
Air Charter Service (Florida) Inc.
06.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Virginia Wesleyan University