Pennsylvania-based Part 145 repair station Global MX has promoted industry veteran Nicole Jeffords to the role of VP maintenance.

Jeffords brings over 25 years of aviation experience and expertise to the Global MX team. During her career, she has worked in a variety roles for Part 145 repair stations including quality assurance, director of finance and Part 145 accountable manager.

As the newly appointed VP maintenance, Jeffords will focus on building Global MX's relationships, staff and capabilities. With facilities in Allentown and Hazleton, Pennsylvania, Jeffords oversees teams providing a one-stop destination for all aircraft maintenance, repairs, avionics and upgrade needs.

Michael Vanacore-Netz, CEO of parent company Global Air Charters, says: “I am elated to have Nicole in this role at Global MX. Her drive and her personality are excellent fits for our culture. With Nicole as part of our leadership team, we are in an unique position to enhance capabilities, grow business and aggrandise the competitive advantages of both Global Air Charters and Global MX.”

Shellie Lewis, director of maintenance sales, works closely with Jeffords at Global MX and adds: “I'm very happy for Nicole earning this well-deserved promotion. She is a true team player and has what it takes to move Global MX to the next level.”

Enthusiasm for Jeffords in the leadership position extends across the Global MX organisation. “I am excited to be working with Nicole. Her leadership, hard work and passion for aviation makes her a great fit to lead our team. There is no doubt she is the right person to help Global MX reach its potential,” says director of maintenance Ray Clapp.

Jeffords relies on a simple evening routine to achieve consistent progress. “I recap each day to see what I could have done differently, and I look ahead to determine what I can do tomorrow to help the company grow,” she says. “I'm excited about our future and the opportunity we have to make Global MX what it is that we've envisioned.”