Brian Laird

About Brian Laird

I have spent nearly 15 years in business aviation, building expertise in commercial strategy, cultivating client relationships, and delivering results in high-stakes environments. Whether building new markets, optimizing performance, or guiding owners through complex challenges, I’ve always gravitated toward moments where trust, clarity, and execution matter most. At the heart of my work is a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and elevating standards for service and safety.

Experience

1. Chief Commercial Officer

   Trainingport.Net

   Sep 2021 — Present · Melbourne, FL, US

   I serve as the internal strategist and external ambassador for how our company interacts with the industry as a whole to drive current and future growth. Taking a holistic approach, I guide critical decisions surrounding sales, marketing, business development, strategic partnerships, customer service, and product development. I lead our Sales & Marketing Team and take great pride in building an inclusive high-performance culture that is reinforced by company values. As a member of the Executive Team, I actively take on the role of client advocate to be their voice in our internal discussions.

Education

• Texas State Technical College Waco

  Air Traffic Management & Aircraft Dispatch

  2010 — 2012

• Texas A&M University

  General Studies

  2001 — 2003