Business aviation company JetSuite has hired airline veteran Stephanie Chung as president.
She becomes the first African American female at the helm of a private business aviation firm.
She has 30 years’ experience in the industry with stints at Piedmont Airlines, Skyjet and US Airways, and was vice president of sales for the western region for Flexjet.
Chung had recently served as a consultant for JetSuite’s sales team.
"I am incredibly honored and proud to appoint Stephanie as president of JetSuite and know that her expansive aviation knowledge and sales leadership will be a key asset for the company," said Alex Wilcox, CEO of JetSuite and JetSuiteX.
As president, Chung will lead sales and marketing functions, revenue management and guest services.
She is a noted executive coach, sales mentor and business advisor, having trained individuals and businesses around the world.
