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Philip brings to NovaJet over 20 years of experience in all areas of the aviation industry. Philip has extensive expertise in the development, execution, and oversight of strategic business initiatives, revenue generation, international operations, aircraft acquisition, marketing, and brand development.

Philip’s entrepreneurial passion and leadership have navigated NovaJet from a small start-up operator to an industry-leading organization. Philip is an active supporter of many charities and is incredibly passionate about the need for companies to demonstrate leadership in philanthropic activities.

Greg Young is a highly motivated aviation professional with over 23 years’ experience working within Global Commercial Aviation Operations. Greg has held senior flight management positions such as Training Captain, Chief Pilot, Authorized Check Pilot, and Director of Flight Operations. He is currently Vice President/Director of Flight Operations of NovaJet.

Greg is type rated on the Dassault Falcon Jet and is both a training captain and check pilot for this type of aircraft. With a career history that has seen Greg gain experience across continents, Greg has an in-depth understanding of safety management, quality assurance, flight operations, ground operations, flight support services, domestic and international regulatory requirements, and public relations. He balances this with his keen focus on operational cost discipline and customer objectives.

Greg is an adaptable and dedicated senior manager with experience in fleet expansions, aircraft entry into service, as well as business transformation. He is also keenly focused on environmental considerations and was key in implementing NovaJet’s carbon offset program, the first of its kind for business aviation in Canada.

Steven is Chairman of the Wise Group of Companies, NovaJet Aviation Group, and KRG Insurance Group. He is also a Director of Wise Management. Steven is warmly proud of his involvement as Founder and Chairman of the KRG Children’s Charitable Foundation.

Steven is a businessman with many years of experience and hindsight. His wealth of knowledge, strategic insights, and contacts are invaluable. Steven is a tireless supporter of many children’s charities and is incredibly passionate that companies need to demonstrate leadership in the pursuit of philanthropic activities tied to their bottom line.

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Chris has been an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer for over 30 years. His passion for aircraft maintenance is driven by his experience at Welland Aero Centre, where he had the rare opportunity to assist in the restoration of Warbirds for the Canadian War Plane Museum.

To date, Chris has had the privilege of working for some great organizations, including Kelowna FlightCraft Hamilton, Canada 3000, and WestJet. In the corporate sector, he has worked for the TDL Group, and now NovaJet.

Guy joined NovaJet in 2012 as Captain on the Hawker 700 and moved into the Chief Pilot role in 2016. He is currently Captain on a Challenger 605, which he has enjoyed flying for the past four years.

Guy brings over 20 years of industry experience to NovaJet. He is type rated on aircraft ranging from large turbo props to the Boeing 727, the very aircraft that sparked his love for aviation as a child.

In addition to upholding NovaJet’s rich safety culture through his development of the company’s rigorous pilot standards, Guy is passionate about maintaining a positive work environment for company flight crew. A positive culture based on transparency, trust, and respect sets NovaJet apart within the industry. Upholding his commitment to this culture is a driving force behind Guy’s daily efforts.

Guy has spearheaded several initiatives during his tenure as Chief Pilot, including revamping training programs, as well as helping to reduce NovaJet’s ecological footprint with the implementation of an electronic flight deck. Guy continues to focus on developing and delivering new programs that focus on safety and efficiency within the flight operations department.

Mike has over 25 years of experience in sales, operations, and management in private aviation. Gaining exposure to aviation as a teenager through his passion for flying, Mike combines his knowledge of the aviation industry with a strong background in sales and customer service to provide a well-rounded experience for NovaJet clients.

Susie brings over 12 years of experience in aircraft charter coordination, client care management, international charter operations, accounting, and administration.

Her wealth of experience includes assisting in the growth of one of the largest executive charter and aircraft management companies in Canada. She is committed to providing superior customer service at NovaJet.

Marlin has over 12 years experience in the Private Charter sector and has been continuously promoted within Sales, Marketing and a range of Operations roles. His people skills, natural talent for logistics, passion for customer service and aviation-based business education are well suited for the position.

As the Sales and Marketing Manager, his focus on delivering the highest level of satisfaction to clients and ensuring the most memorable customer experience. With his skills and determination, he plays an integral role in paving the way for NovaJet’s growth and increasing brand awareness.

Bonnie is an HR Professional and Certified Leadership Coach with many years of experience spanning public, private and non-profit organizations with guidance on leadership and human resources.

Her passion is in creating strategies with a culture of support, trust and possibilities by developing leaders and helping employees be their best to achieve their goals. Her motto: Take care of your people.

She is an active member of the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario (HRPA) as well as the International Coach Federation where she volunteers her time as a mentor and pro-bono coach for young professionals.

Bonnie is excited to be part of the NovaJet Aviation Group Team.

Chris started in aviation as a teenager, when he received his glider and private pilot’s licenses through the Royal Canadian Air Cadets. He is a former Second Lieutenant in the RCAF Reserves, where he worked for the Cadet Instructors Cadre.

Chris graduated the Aircraft Maintenance Technology program at Canadore College, and is an M1/M2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. He has worked in corporate aviation maintenance since 1998. Prior to coming to NovaJet in 2020, he served as Director of Maintenance at a fractional aviation company.

Chris works closely with the Director of Maintenance to keep all areas of the maintenance department humming. In addition to his hands-on maintenance work, he assists in the overseeing of accounting, work order processing, maintenance scheduling, audits, quality control, and more.

Michael is President of the following companies: Wise Group of Companies, Wise Management, Sherwise Property Group, Muskoka Property Management and is a Director at NovaJet Aviation Group as well as KRG Children's Charitable Foundation.

He has over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry developing, building and managing a wide variety of high profile properties in the GTA.