Regional One

Why Regional One

At Regional One, our people are our most important asset and we make a commitment to their growth and development. Regional One is built on teamwork and accountability and we hold integrity at the top of our highest values. We invite you to send your resume and join our motivated team of professionals!

What drives our business

Regional One has six core values comprised in the
acronym – IMPACT.

These values represent who we are and how we work. We strive to make an IMPACT in the aviation industry offering the highest levels of service and reliability with a team of professionals at the heart of our operation.

Integrity

Motivation

People

Accountability

Commitment

Teamwork

Benefits at a glance

Regional One offers a full range of benefits designed to meet employee needs while allowing an opportunity for each employee to protect and care for themselves and their family.

Our goal is to provide routine care while anticipating the unexpected. Employee benefit plans are considered a part of the overall compensation package with Regional One.

Core benefits

Provided At No Cost To The Employee

Health Insurance, Regional One Pays 100% Employee Cost, provided by CIGNA

National Network POS
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)

Both plans include preventative care, catastrophic care (hospitalization), surgery, prescription and more

Life + Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Provided by Mutual of Omaha

One times annual salary up to $50,000 basic life insurance policy, natural death Reduces after age 65
+ One times annual salary up to $50,000 in the event of accidental death or dismemberment/loss of limbs or sight

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Provided by Mutual of Omaha

60% of weekly salary up to $2,000
8 day waiting period
Continues up to 12 weeks

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Provided by Mutual of Omaha

60% of monthly salary up to $6,000 monthly
90 day waiting period

Time Off

80 hours PTO starting day one
7 Paid Holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
5 Floating Holidays to use during calendar year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP),

provided by Mutual of Omaha

Unlimited consultation 24/7
Referrals to counselors
Up to 3 sessions, per issue, free of charge
Resources covering mental health, wellness, education, care giving, legal and more
Unlimited online resources

Employee Cost Share

Health Insurance for Dependents, provided by Cigna

Regional One pays 50% of dependent cost during first 2 years of employment; 75% for 3rd and 4th years of employment at 100% after 5 years.

Dental Coverage, Regional One pays 75% of total premium, provided by Principal

PPO Plan, with up to 130,000 preferred providers
Ability to visit any dentist without a referral
Preventative care covered at 100%

Vision Insurance, Regional One pays 75% of total premium, provided by Principal

Eye exam, every 12 months, $10 co-pay
Eyeware allowance $150, every 12 months

Voluntary Programs, provided by Aflac

Critical Care and Recovery
Accident and Hospital
Cancer Care
Hospital Indemnity

Retirement Savings Administered by ADP

Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plans
Matching fully vested at 6 years
Up to 3 loans at any one time; minimum $500

Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)

Offered quarterly after 6 full months of employment

Ownership in Exchange Income Corporation (EIC)
Invest up to 5% annually
For every 3 shares purchased, receive 4 shares
Must remain employed for 18 months, not sell or transfer shares purchased

	Dave Dicken VP of Aircraft Materials
Mr. Dicken joined the Regional One team in July 2022. He oversees all aspects of the airframe material supply chain which includes procurement, repairs, product line, and sales. Prior to Regional One, Mr. Dicken has held similar roles adding up to 25 years of component supply chain and sales experience in the aviation industry.

Dave Dicken

VP of Aircraft Materials

Mr. Dicken joined the Regional One team in July 2022. He oversees all aspects of the airframe material supply chain which includes procurement, repairs, product line, and sales. Prior to Regional One, Mr. Dicken has held similar roles adding up to 25 years of component supply chain and sales experience in the aviation industry.

	Duane Butler Sr Vice President of Engine Trading
Mr. Butler is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati and has been leading Regional Ones Engine team for nearly a decade. His team is responsible for building business cases and executing sales strategies on all engine related matters, both on entire assets, and engine piece part inventory. Mr. Butler also is integral in R1 University, an internal education program that mentors and helps grow talent from within Regional One.

Duane Butler

Sr Vice President of Engine Trading

Mr. Butler is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati and has been leading Regional Ones Engine team for nearly a decade. His team is responsible for building business cases and executing sales strategies on all engine related matters, both on entire assets, and engine piece part inventory. Mr. Butler also is integral in R1 University, an internal education program that mentors and helps grow talent from within Regional One.

	Zef Chhatriwalla Chief Financial Officer
Zef: Mr. Chhatriwalla joined the R1 team in 2022 and is responsible for our financial and accounting matters. He is a CPA with 25+ years of global financial experience in both the Automotive and Aerospace organizations.

Zef Chhatriwalla

Chief Financial Officer

Zef: Mr. Chhatriwalla joined the R1 team in 2022 and is responsible for our financial and accounting matters. He is a CPA with 25+ years of global financial experience in both the Automotive and Aerospace organizations.

	Kurt Brulisauer Chief Commercial Officer
Mr. Brulisauer was appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Regional One in 2019, after serving as Chief Financial Officer from September 2015 through November 2017. Prior to re-joining Regional One, Mr. Brulisauer held the roles of Senior VP of Operations and Senior VP of Ground Operations at Silver Airways. He has over 15 years of experience in the aviation industry, which started at AirTran Airways. Mr. Brulisauer brings additional experience in different industries such as Logistics and Supply Chain as well as Information Technology and Services. He received his B.A. from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Georgia Institute of Technology Scheller College of Business.

Kurt Brulisauer

Chief Commercial Officer

Mr. Brulisauer was appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Regional One in 2019, after serving as Chief Financial Officer from September 2015 through November 2017. Prior to re-joining Regional One, Mr. Brulisauer held the roles of Senior VP of Operations and Senior VP of Ground Operations at Silver Airways. He has over 15 years of experience in the aviation industry, which started at AirTran Airways. Mr. Brulisauer brings additional experience in different industries such as Logistics and Supply Chain as well as Information Technology and Services. He received his B.A. from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Georgia Institute of Technology Scheller College of Business.

	Hank Gibson President
Mr. Gibson joined the company in 2012, after more than 20 years as Senior VP at Volvo Aero Services Corp. He was most recently responsible for overseeing all global sourcing activities for Volvo and its key relationships with manufacturers, airlines and independent MRO's. During his aviation career, he has held a number of key executive management positions including, Senior VP of Business Development & Strategic Planning and Senior VP of Global Sales & Marketing. Prior to joining Volvo, Mr. Gibson spent five years working for financial services companies in New York. He holds a BS in Finance from Florida Southern College and has attended various post-graduate management education programs.

Hank Gibson

President

Mr. Gibson joined the company in 2012, after more than 20 years as Senior VP at Volvo Aero Services Corp. He was most recently responsible for overseeing all global sourcing activities for Volvo and its key relationships with manufacturers, airlines and independent MRO's. During his aviation career, he has held a number of key executive management positions including, Senior VP of Business Development & Strategic Planning and Senior VP of Global Sales & Marketing. Prior to joining Volvo, Mr. Gibson spent five years working for financial services companies in New York. He holds a BS in Finance from Florida Southern College and has attended various post-graduate management education programs.

	Doron Marom Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Marom has well over 30 years of industry experience and was previously an Executive for Volvo Aero Services f/k/a The AGES Group. He obtained his Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Nova University and his Bachelor’s Degree from the New York Institute of Technology.

Doron Marom

Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Marom has well over 30 years of industry experience and was previously an Executive for Volvo Aero Services f/k/a The AGES Group. He obtained his Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Nova University and his Bachelor’s Degree from the New York Institute of Technology.

	Israel Tal Vaknin Vice President Of International Business
Mr. Tal leads and implements Sales, Leasing, Inventory Management and Spare Parts Support for the company. He has engaged numerous airlines in over 30 countries worldwide and brings a vast amount of industry experience to Regional One.

Israel Tal Vaknin

Vice President Of International
Business

Mr. Tal leads and implements Sales, Leasing, Inventory Management and Spare Parts Support for the company. He has engaged numerous airlines in over 30 countries worldwide and brings a vast amount of industry experience to Regional One.

	Joseph Schwantes General Counsel
Mr. Schwantes has overseen all legal aspects of the company since 2010, including the review of all major negotiations and transactions and the administration of all long-term contracts and potential legal claims. Mr. Schwantes also currently oversees the company’s department of Human Resources. He is a member of the Florida Bar and a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law.

Joseph Schwantes

General Counsel

Mr. Schwantes has overseen all legal aspects of the company since 2010, including the review of all major negotiations and transactions and the administration of all long-term contracts and potential legal claims. Mr. Schwantes also currently oversees the company’s department of Human Resources. He is a member of the Florida Bar and a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law.

	Vice President of Information Technology
Mr. Christo is a highly skilled software engineer, web developer, and IT operations specialist with a passion for technology and innovation. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bill has built a successful career by combining his expertise in Agile methodologies, project management, and IT operations to deliver effective solutions across various industries. Adept at problem-solving and leading diverse teams, Bill is dedicated to staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that our company remains at the forefront of innovation. His commitment to continuous learning and collaboration make him an invaluable member of our team.

Vice President of Information Technology

Mr. Christo is a highly skilled software engineer, web developer, and IT operations specialist with a passion for technology and innovation. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bill has built a successful career by combining his expertise in Agile methodologies, project management, and IT operations to deliver effective solutions across various industries. Adept at problem-solving and leading diverse teams, Bill is dedicated to staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that our company remains at the forefront of innovation. His commitment to continuous learning and collaboration make him an invaluable member of our team.

	Celine Buchon General Manager
Celine is a seasoned sales professional with over 20 years of sales experience in aviation. Celine's unique skillset includes improving corporate sales bottom line, creating sales strategies, improving relationships with new and existing customers, motivating sales teams, and ultimately improving company revenues to the next level of success.

Celine Buchon

General Manager

Celine is a seasoned sales professional with over 20 years of sales experience in aviation. Celine's unique skillset includes improving corporate sales bottom line, creating sales strategies, improving relationships with new and existing customers, motivating sales teams, and ultimately improving company revenues to the next level of success.

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Why Regional One

What drives our business

Benefits at a glance