Austin joined SkyQuest’s sales team in mid-2017. He began his aviation career 9 years ago in operations for a flight training center in Greensboro, North Carolina. Austin’s passion for aviation eventually lead him to pursue a career in aircraft sales where he was quickly promoted to vice president of a corporate jet aircraft brokerage and charter firm. Austin brings to the SkyQuest sales team a fresh outlook and solid grasp of the jet aircraft sales market.
Eugene joined the SkyQuest sales team full time in early 2017, having worked with SkyQuest as a KODIAK Sales sub-agent and pilot in Africa for over 3 years. He brings on board over 11 years of experience working with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) within the aviation industry and is also a certified Multi Engine, Turbine & Instrument Chief Flight Instructor and a licensed Charter & Medevac Pilot. Born and raised in South Africa, Eugene adds a unique operator’s perspective to SkyQuest’s global aircraft sales process.
Rick joined the SkyQuest team in early 2016 to manage SkyQuest International’s digital marketing and lead
generation programs. Rick brings over 25 years of online marketing, graphic design and technical experience
to the SkyQuest team from a variety of industries and markets including consumer electronics, luxury retail,
enterprise software and education.
Steve brings a broad base of experience from leadership positions with general aviation OEMs and military units spanning 35 years. Retiring from the United States Air Force in 2000, Steve attained the highest enlisted rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He has held positions of increasing responsibility with Raytheon Aircraft Company, HawkerBeechcraft Corporation, Honda Aircraft Company and more recently Quest Aircraft Company. Steve also serves as an Advisory Board Member for Ascent Vision Technologies, a supplier of ISR camera systems. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Renée joined the SkyQuest International team in 2014 as the Office Manager / Executive Assistant. While supporting the Sales & Marketing Team with administrative duties and front end management, she provides the smiling voice in phone communications with our growing clientele. In her time away from the office, Renée enjoys playing and traveling with a semi-pro softball team.
Josh was invited to join SkyQuest International in 2011 as Director of Sales. Josh began his career 15 years ago, and has extensive experience as a pilot and sales professional. Josh has held previous management positions as Chief Pilot and Director of Aviation. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with several type ratings. In addition, he holds the certification of Senior Aircraft Appraiser with the National Association of Aircraft Appraisers. Josh is a graduate of Parks College of Engineering and Aviation at Saint Louis University.
Tammy, Co-founder of SkyQuest International, LLC, has been in aviation since 1983. Tammy began her career with Piedmont Aviation as an Operations Clerk for the Fixed Base Operations and later as the Office Manager for Piedmont’s Flight Training Department. During her tenure with Piedmont she gained her private pilot’s license and was the FAA Written Text Examiner for pilots. Tammy developed SkyQuest’s proprietary database as well as the marketing and reporting applications. She handles all of the accounts payable/receivables along with human resource duties.
Jeff has over 30 years experience in commercial aviation and sales including his work with Piedmont Airlines, USAir and British Airways. Jeff joined SkyQuest as partner and Executive Vice President in 2000 and has a proven track record for success. Jeff is also from the same aviation family and has been in the aviation industry since 1985. His career began with Piedmont Aviation in reservations and ticketing. He was quickly promoted to District Sales in Cleveland, Ohio as a Sales Representative. From there he went to British Airways as a Cargo Customer Service Manager and then promoted to Cargo Account Manager in 1995 and promoted again to Regional Sales Manager the following year. Jeff attended the University of North Carolina and Cleveland State University majoring in Business Administration. Jeff is also a Senior Aircraft Appraiser having passed the 15-hour National USPAP Course taught by an ASB-certified National USPAP instructor and has been professionally appraising Aircraft for over 15 years.
Greg founded SkyQuest International in 1999. He has been very active in aviation since the late 1970’s and in aircraft sales since the late 1980’s. Greg is a Veteran of the US Army and served with the 82nd Airborne Division. He graduated with Honors from Florida Tech and has a BS in Aviation Management. Greg is a Commercial Pilot with an ATP rating who loves to fly the company Bonanza and the Quest KODIAK. Greg also oversees the Quest KODIAK dealership for Africa. He maintains a very active role in marketing and sales as well as managing SkyQuest on a day to day basis.
