Bill Strait
In June of 2006, entrepreneur Bill Strait founded the Private Jet Group International, Inc., a company that provides insurance, financing, and consulting services for private jet owners. As CEO, Mr. Strait oversees the corporate planning, structure, and funding of the company. In addition to his company’s services, he is dedicated to the promotion of private jet ownership. For instance, the newest models of private jets feature greener and quieter operation, as well as improved fuel efficiency, and are being used by a variety of private individuals, charter providers, air taxis, and corporations. Mr. Strait’s passion for aviation also led to the publication of the online magazine “Private Jet Magazine” (www.privatejetmag.com), a magazine devoted to providing the latest news, information, and interviews about very light jets, personal jets, microjets, and personal light jets from the industry’s top executives. The magazine includes many informative articles, interviews, and even has a complete listing of all Very Light Jet (VLJ) manufacturers. As a member of the Aviation Insurance Association, a non-profit organization “dedicated to expanding the knowledge of and promoting the general welfare of the aviation insurance industry through numerous educational programs and events,” Bill Strait keeps well informed about the nature of his business. Additionally, Mr. Strait is a member of the Royal Aeronautical Society, the National Business Aviation Association, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, and the Experimental Aircraft Association. However, Bill Strait is not always thinking about private jets. He is also involved with the charity Feed the Children, a non-profit organization that provides food, medicine, clothes, etc. to families affected by poverty, war, and natural disasters.