JSSI is pleased to announce the addition of five new regional sales representatives to its Maintenance Programs and Parts & Leasing divisions. These strategic hires reflect JSSI’s continued focus on local talent, support, and client service.
Maintenance Programs
Bobby Jensen has been appointed director of business development for the Central Plains U.S., and Thomas Richardson joins as director of business development for the South-Central U.S.
Jensen brings nearly 20 years of experience in aviation, starting his career as a corporate pilot for SPS-Maine Aviation. Most recently, he served as the regional sales director for new aircraft at Textron. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Kansas State University.
With over 40 years’ experience in the industry, Richardson joins JSSI from Embraer, where he most recently served as their North America Fleet Manager. In this role he oversaw planning for all executive jet platforms and was responsible for support throughout the customer lifecycle. He holds a certificate in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Atlanta Technical College.
David Caporali, SVP Business Development – Americas, emphasized JSSI’s commitment to investing in top tier-talent, believing that the people, along with their experience and insight, help deliver the organization’s greatest asset: trusted client relationships.
“We are committed to investing in top-tier talent and believe that our people – their experience and insight – and their ability to build trusted relationships are our greatest asset in delivering a superior level of service to highly sophisticated clients. Bobby and Thomas both bring an exceptional professional background, built over many years working with great aircraft manufacturers in the industry. They carry deep market knowledge, a mature understanding of our customers’ operational needs, and a strong reputation within their client bases,” said Caporali.
Parts & Leasing
Launched in 2014, JSSI Parts & Leasing was created to support clients, aircraft owners, operators, and MROs with smarter, faster access to parts and engines. Since then, the business has grown significantly, navigating global supply chain challenges on behalf of JSSI clients, while expanding its inventory position and capabilities. Joining the parts sales team are Ozge Dertli, Regional Sales Director for Middle East and Africa; Thiago Damasceno, Business Development Director for Latin America; and Cara King, Regional Sales Director for Northeast U.S.
Dertli brings 10+ years of industry experience to her role. Most recently, she served as the senior technical supply specialist for BE AERO. She holds a business administration degree from Bahcesehir University.
Before joining JSSI, Damasceno spent 13+ years at Líder Aviação, serving in a variety of roles from procurement manager to commercial director of the maintenance business department. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Centro Universitário UNA.
King brings over a decade of aviation sales and business leadership experience to her new role. She spent time with both XOJET and Jet Linx while also operating as a pilot, and most recently she was a pilot in command for Fidelity National Financial.
“We’re thrilled to have Ozge, Thiago, and Cara join our team. Each brings proven experience, deep market understanding, and the focus that will further strengthen JPL’s global presence while reinforcing our sales and partnerships worldwide,” said Philipe Figueiredo, Global VP for JSSI Parts & Leasing.
“Our most recent hires represent how we aspire to engage with the market: seasoned, respected, technically strong professionals who are relentlessly solution oriented. With a great team on board, we strengthen our ability to listen, understand, and anticipate operator needs, creating an even more qualified entry point for presenting the full value of JSSI’s solutions,” added Caporali.
