IRVINE, Calif., July 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- JetSuite, the nation's fastest-growing private jet service offering coverage throughout the western US, Canada and Mexico, has named Robby Phillips as Director of Sales. Phillips brings years of experience as a top performer in sales and sales management for world-renowned private jet brands.
In his new position, Phillips will play an important role in furthering JetSuite's mission to bring private jet travel to more people than ever before.
"Robby's notable background with companies such as Pitney Bowes, as well as his years spent as the top performing Director of Sales for Flexjet, allows him to bring both private jet-related and Fortune 500 experience to JetSuite," said Alex Wilcox, JetSuite CEO. "We look forward to having an industry-recognized sales leader join our team, validating our model and helping us continue to our mission, offering the newest fleet, highest safety ratings, and best value in private aviation to current and future clients."
"JetSuite is rapidly becoming an exceptional product and brand that's currently growing faster than any other (aviation) company and I am delighted to have this opportunity to join such an impressive team," said Mr. Phillips. "I look forward to helping JetSuite continue its record growth in the coming years."
Phillips was most recently Director of Sales for the Pacific Southwest Division for Flexjet, and was Director for the Pacific Northwest Division from 2007 to 2010, where he achieved Sales Director of the Year and Top Revenue Producer for three years in a row in all Flexjet product lines, he was responsible for, as well as Top Sales Director Nationally in new client acquisition. Before joining Flexjet, Phillips was the Los Angeles Area Sales Manager for Pitney Bowes, Inc. He also has experience as an associate equity trader with the INVESCO funds group, one of the world's leading independent global investment management firms.
About JetSuite
JetSuite Air is the first and only private jet operator to offer a fleet of exclusively all-new Embraer Phenom 100 aircraft accessible through its no commitment programs with pricing that is re-defining private aviation. JetSuite is rated Platinum by ARG/US, the highest possible safety rating in the private jet industry.
The Embraer Phenom 100 seats four passengers comfortably in the most spacious cabin in its class, and has the largest baggage compartment in its category with plenty of room for luggage, golf bags, and skis. The BMW-designed leather interiors feature Bose Quiet Comfort headsets, 110V power outlets, and XM Satellite Radio. JetSuite provides service from its SuiteSpots and elsewhere to airports throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. www.jetsuite.com / www.facebook.com/jetsuiteair
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