Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Transformational leader and operator, with over 30yrs experience in leadership and aviation. Retired US Air Force Colonel & senior leader with combat experience flying fighter aircraft as well as Gulfstream and Boeing Business Jet VIP airlift worldwide. Vast experience in airspace security, including UAS (unmanned aerial systems / drones). Maintain an extensive network of many federal agencies and federal, state and local law enforcement with a shared objective of defending the homeland with an emphasis on airspace security. Fluent in Italian & certified at the highest level by the Defense Language Institute. Currently the CEO of Citation Jet Pilots, Inc. Previously, Director of Aviation for Micron Technology, Inc. Leading a team of pilots, flight attendants, support and maintenance personnel to safely and efficiently operate our global, 24/7 corporate aviation department of 2 G280 and 1 G650ER aircraft. Managing assets of over $100 Million and an operating budget of over $15 Million. Executive Consultant and Keynote Speaker helping companies and teams accelerate performance through a time tested, scalable, and repeatable process used by elite military organizations. Passionate about custom watches with a successful history of connecting military organizations with quality watch manufacturers for over a decade. Founder of the Check-6 Foundation, a 501(c) non-profit corporation with the mission of supporting our military veterans and children battling serious illnesses.
Citation Jet Pilots, Inc. [CJP] is the largest member organization dedicated to the ownership and operation of the Textron Aviation - Citation and Premier family of jets. Open to anyone who owns, flies or supports a Citation or Premier, the organization offers a wide range of educational, networking, and social benefits all with the common goal of helping each member get the most out of their jet aircraft. CJP provides a range of world-class benefits to its members. Its annual convention features acclaimed educators and experts, as well as world-renowned aviation luminaries, along with opportunities for networking with Citation & Premier owners from around the globe. Its safety and education content is self-produced with top aviation experts and made available to its members. Regional events, local member dinners, a robust website with resources and discussion boards, and significant discounts with major aviation companies are also benefits enjoyed by CJP members. The CJP Safety and Education Foundation is dedicated to engaging with CJP members on methods for operating their aircraft in the safest possible manner and developing safety-related resources for pilots and other industry professionals. This includes the revolutionary Safe to Land(R) initiative to greatly reduce the risk of landing accidents and runway excursions. Although CJP has grown from its early roots with a handful of visionary owner operators into a full-fledged and widely respected owner/operator community, featuring a multitude of benefits and top-tier events, its core mission remains unchanged: to help likeminded Citation & Premier owners operate their aircraft safely, to advocate for fleet wide matters of importance, to provide varied and rich forums for owner operators to interact with one another and to give back to the aviation community through education and support of aviation interests.
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA), founded in 1905, is the oldest US aviation club. A non-profit 501(c)(3) and a founding member of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI), NAA is dedicated to advancing aviation art, sport, and science in the US - most notably through its stewardship of two of the industry's most prestigious accolades: 🏆 the 113-year-old Collier Trophy and Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy.
The foundation is a 501c3 approved non-profit corporation and has been accepted into the Combined Federal Campaign since 2012. Our mission is to provide aid, assistance, experiences, purpose, inspiration, and hope to children battling serious illnesses and military veterans in need. To message us, please go to https://m.me/122294567855921?ref=check6welcomeMdotMe
The Lexus Advisory Board provides strategic advice, inputs, and recommendations to Lexus corporate executives with a goal of enhancing customer service and engagment.
Speaker & Consultant, teaching companies, leaders and organizations how to aim higher, reach farther & grow faster by leveraging the techniques of our military’s elite, combat teams utilizing the “Flawless Execution” methodology. Flawless Execution was developed from a combination of strategic, tactical military execution processes and business experiences. Afterburner serves both national and global clients, with offices in Australia, Europe and Asia. The company’s extensive client list includes over 75% of the Fortune 500 and numerous clients in the Global Fortune 1000.