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Aircraft Sales, Maintenance and Aviation ConsultingProvided on-site technical support and training to establish an aircraft manufacturing facility near Xiamen ChinaEnhance safety through fuel and electrical system enhancements as well as providing superior transition training for light sport aircraft.Working with aircraft industry leaders, developed important fuel and electrical system standards required for light aircraft production.

Okeechobee County, Florida, United States

Airport Director, Okeechobee County Board of County CommissionersAchieved self-sufficiency by implementing the "Take Care of The Customer" program, increasing fuel sales and operations 50%.Obtained multiple FAA and FDOT grants for improving security, resurfacing the apron, and improving the terminal building.

Sebring, Florida

Established Southeastern USA Distributor For Flight DesignDelivered over 100 Light Sport Aircraft, trained pilots, and ensured continued customer satisfaction.Built the Light Sport Aircraft industry through establishing industry standards, marketing, trade shows, and marketing leading sales volumes. Responsible for sales, safety issues, customer management in the SE USAAdditional Responsibilities include day to day company management, sales demonstration flights coordinating sales and marketing efforts.Provide Technical support for Light Sport Aircraft Owners, and Service CentersConsult with Airframe, and Avionics manufacturers improving engineering and safety efforts.Chair Task Groups and Draft ASTM standards for Light Aircraft Production.

Lakeland, Florida

Aircraft Sales. Customer Technical Support. Business ManagementOver two years sold, and delivered more Rotax 914 aircraft engines than any other retailer.

Responsible for Hiring, Supervision, Meeting Sales Goals. Managed budgets, staffing levels.