Kenny Dichter

Kenneth Dettman, Former Tax Partner at Top Consulting Firm Joins EZ-ERC as CEO and Recruits Maxwell Burns, as Managing Director

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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Where many ERC providers offer a "one-size-fits-all" approach, EZ-ERC provides a bespoke, white-glove service that is demanded by high-net-worth and institutionally owned businesses.

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  • Where many ERC providers offer a "one-size-fits-all" approach, EZ-ERC provides a bespoke, white-glove service that is demanded by high-net-worth and institutionally owned businesses.
  • Kenny brings significant tax expertise from his former role as a Tax Partner at Alvarez & Marsal, a global top 25 consulting firm, where he primarily focused on tax planning and compliance for privately held businesses for nearly 15 years.
  • EZ-ERC began its search for a CEO and new Managing Director to keep pace with and further accelerate the company's rapid growth.
  • EZ-ERC was founded in May of 2021 as a strategic ERC advisory "network" that connected businesses with various EZ-ERC "partner" firms.

Wheels Up Names Laura Heltebran As Chief Legal Officer

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces the appointment ofLaura Heltebran as Chief Legal Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces the appointment ofLaura Heltebran as Chief Legal Officer.
  • In her new role, Laura will oversee all legal, corporate governance, privacy, IP, compliance, and risk.Heltebran will report to Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter.
  • "I am excited to become part of the Wheels Up team at this incredible time of growth and ongoing innovation," said Heltebran.
  • Heltebran holds a Juris Doctorate degree from George Mason University School of Law and an undergraduate degree from George Mason University.

Wheels Up Taps Francesca Molinari as Chief People Officer

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
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NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces the appointment of Francesca Molinari to the newly created position of Chief People Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces the appointment of Francesca Molinari to the newly created position of Chief People Officer.
  • Molinari will report directly to Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter.
  • I'm impressed by everyone at Wheels Up and their passion for the Company and being a part a winning culture," said Molinari.
  • Prior to her time at Adobe, she served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Magento.

Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter Honored by City & State for Philanthropic Efforts in Support of Feeding America

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
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NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --This evening, Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of leading private aviation company Wheels Up, will be honored as one of City & State's "Responsible 100" for ongoing philanthropic efforts and initiatives.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --This evening, Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of leading private aviation company Wheels Up, will be honored as one of City & State's "Responsible 100" for ongoing philanthropic efforts and initiatives.
  • In September 2020, Wheels Up debuted its Orange Plane in honor of Feeding America's Hunger Action Month.
  • The Company also debuted a commercial featuring Feeding America, putting high visibility marketing assets behind the cause.
  • "It is imperative that we work to support the many people affected by this pandemic through Meals Up and in collaboration with Feeding America.

Wheels Up Names Lieutenant General, Air Force Retired, Thomas W. Bergeson Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
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NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces Lieutenant General Thomas W. Bergeson as the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Jason Horowitz, who has served as COO since 2017, to the new role of Chief Business Officer (CBO).

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces Lieutenant General Thomas W. Bergeson as the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Jason Horowitz, who has served as COO since 2017, to the new role of Chief Business Officer (CBO).
  • As COO, Bergeson will provide leadership across the operations as Wheels Up continues to integrate its recent acquisitions Avianis, TMC, Gama Aviation, and Delta Private Jets.
  • Lt. Gen. Bergeson served in the US Air Force for 35 years.
  • As CBO, Horowitz will continue to work closely with Wheels Up Founder and Chief Executive Officer Kenny Dichter and Chief Financial Officer Eric Jacobs on strategic opportunities, M&A, and capital markets to maximize the value of Wheels Up.

Wheels Up Names Stephanie Chung as First Chief Growth Officer

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Monday, August 17, 2020
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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces Stephanie Chung as the Company's first Chief Growth Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation, today announces Stephanie Chung as the Company's first Chief Growth Officer.
  • Chung also held influential roles at US Airways (now operating as American Airlines), Delta Air Lines and Bombardier.
  • Chung, who will be based in Dallas, will report to Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter and will serve on the executive team.
  • "I've known Stephanie for many years and watched her tremendous successes within our industry, so it's with great pride and excitement that we welcome her to Wheels Up as our first Chief Growth Officer," said Dichter.

Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter to be Honored at 17th Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards for Democratizing the Private Aviation Industry

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Thursday, January 16, 2020
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The star-studded event, hosted by actor and aviation enthusiast John Travolta, honors those who have made significant contributions to aviation and aerospace.

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  • The star-studded event, hosted by actor and aviation enthusiast John Travolta, honors those who have made significant contributions to aviation and aerospace.
  • In 2013, Dichter founded Wheels Up, which has become the fastest-growing brand in the industry andexpanded the addressable private aviation market.
  • "Wheels Up's tremendous growth is a testament to our incredible employees as well as our investors and partners.
  • In 2001, Dichter co-founded Marquis Jet, introducing the first-ever fractional jet card program, which transformed the private aviation industry and the way private aviation is purchased.

Wheels Up Launches Newest Membership Offering with Wheels Up Connect, a New Tier Democratizing Private Aviation

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019
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NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the revolutionary membership-based private aviation company, today announced Wheels Up Connect, the third in a growing suite of membership options.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Wheels Up, the revolutionary membership-based private aviation company, today announced Wheels Up Connect, the third in a growing suite of membership options.
  • On-the-ground membership perks include a sought-after lifestyle platform anchored by once-in-a-lifetime events, Hot Nights from Inspirato and a complimentary FoundersCard Membership.
  • "We're excited to make flying private accessible to more people through our Connect Membership," said Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of Wheels Up.
  • Wheels Up is a revolutionary membership-based private aviation company that significantly reduces the upfront costs to fly privately, while providing unparalleled flexibility, service and safety.

Wheels Up Aligns With Turner Ignite Sports As Official Private Aviation Partner Of 'Capital One's The Match: Tiger Vs. Phil'

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Friday, November 23, 2018
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As part of the partnership, Wheels Up will serve as the official private aviation partner of the high-stakes $9 million match play competition.

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  • As part of the partnership, Wheels Up will serve as the official private aviation partner of the high-stakes $9 million match play competition.
  • "It's an honor to be part of this historic event with golf legends Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson," said Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of Wheels Up.
  • Turner Sports is producing all live event coverage while also serving as the exclusive sales and sponsorship partner.
  • Turner Sports, a division of Turner, is an industry leader in the delivery of premium sports content across all multimedia screens.

Wheels Up Names Sean McGeough as Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Sales

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Wednesday, September 5, 2018
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NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheels Up , the revolutionary member-based private aviation company, announced today the recent appointment of Sean McGeough as Executive Vice President of Sales, specifically Head of Corporate Sales.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheels Up , the revolutionary member-based private aviation company, announced today the recent appointment of Sean McGeough as Executive Vice President of Sales, specifically Head of Corporate Sales.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome a seasoned aviation executive like Sean McGeough to the Wheels Up team," said Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter.
  • "Sean's extensive industry experience and expertise make him an ideal addition to the leadership team to support Wheels Up business objectives."
  • What attracted me to Wheels Up was the fact that their safety standards are among the highest in the industry," said McGeough.