Investing in the “Very Light Jet” Industry: Feast or Folly?
Jet-Alliance Founder to Speak at VLJ West on Investment Challenges
Westlake Village, CA (November 16, 2007) -- The owner of the world’s
first production VLJ, Randall P. Sanada of Jet-Alliance, Inc., will
speak about the perks and challenges of investing in the VLJ
industry at the VLJ West Management Forum in San Diego on November
27-28, 2007. Aviation business leaders will gather at this
event to focus on the VLJ phenomenon that is transforming the
industry. Sanada took delivery of Eclipse 500 Serial #1 in
January 2007 with co-owner David Crowe. The experience has
reaffirmed the emphasis on stewardship that guides Jet-Alliance.
As Chairman of Jet-Alliance, a California-based aircraft management
and shared jet ownership company, Sanada said, “Opportunities abound
in VLJ related businesses, but the risks can be substantial if not
properly mitigated.” Sanada will focus on the critical factors to
funding VLJ-related investments.
Sanada will discuss key points to smart investing in the VLJ
Industry. With over 35 years of wealth management experience,
Randall has learned many lessons from investing in various
industries, including aviation. The factors Sanada will present
include:
Sanada said, “The first rule of investing—find the right
“make-it-happen” people with a stewardship mentality.” Connecting to
with the right people is critical to a solid investment strategy in
any industry.
About Jet-Alliance
The Jet-Alliance’s fleet is growing as it is set to receive its next
Eclipse 500 on December 1, 2007 and will be adding a Cessna Citation
Mustang in 2008. Jet-Alliance is also the first fleet buyer for the
Honda Jet. Jet-Alliance has over 1000 clients on its waiting list
for the Eclipse 500 and other VLJs and aims to buy shares in
existing delivery positions owners are approaching the firm with
requests to bring their aircraft into the program.
Founded in 2000, Jet-Alliance offers a unique opportunity: a true
shared ownership business model with a genuine focus on serving the
owners’ best interests. Jet-Alliance is part of Alliance Financial
Group, Inc. whose holdings also include a registered investment
advisor, a securities brokerage firm and a national bank & trust
company (assets $5B). Sanada said, “When responsible for the
management of someone else’s wealth or property, it is critical to
perform with an attitude of serving the best interests of the
owner.”
For additional information on Jet-Alliance, call (805) 371-8020 or
toll-free at (866) JET-ALLIANCE (866-538-2554) or visit
www.JetAlliance.com.
About VLJ West Management Forum
According to Aviation Week, VLJ West sponsor, “The Forum will
analyze the growth opportunities in the Very Light Jets (VLJ)
market, and explore business opportunities and funding strategies
for this dynamic segment of the business jet market.” Additional
information and online registration for the “Business Models for
VLJs and Light Jets” Management Forum is available at
www.aviationweek.com/forums, or by calling +1.800.240.7645
or +1.212.904.4483.
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