Meet Our Aviation Experts
We are a dynamic, passionate, and experienced group of aviation professionals.
We're passionate about flying.
Every person on our sales and marketing team is a pilot.
And with over 20,000+ flight hours of experience between us, we know a thing or two about airplanes.
The Story of LifeStyle Aviation
Watch our short documentary about our origin and core values.
John Armstrong, Founder & CEO
John’s adventures in aviation began as a teenager flying his Dad’s J-3 Cub off a grass strip. He has enjoyed sharing the wonders and passion for modern aviation throughout his career. John leads the company's strategic development and growth.
Patrick Meehan, Marketing Manager
Patrick is a marketing professional and instrument-rated pilot who drives our advanced digital marketing automation system, know as AvWare. Through AvWare's implementation, Patrick is changing the way airplanes are listed, marketed, and transacted.
John L Parker, Sales Counselor
John Parker is a Raleigh native, passionate NC State fan and alum, and a father of two. After 13 years in orthopedic medical device sales, John earned his private pilot and instrument ratings. He now combines his 16 years of sales experience and deep passion for aviation to help others achieve their aviation dreams.
Mark Taylor, Pilot
Mark is an experienced pilot and mechanic who often ferries our new Diamond Aircraft deliveries all over the United States.
Laura Cardinuto, HR & Payroll
Laura was one of the first employees of the company and today keeps HR and Payroll humming along.
Lori Glasser, Accounting Manager
Lori keeps the financial operations at LifeStyle and its affiliated companies running smoothly. Lori has spent her entire career in corporate financial management, accounting and bookkeeping.
Franklin Steele, CFII, MEI, ATP, Pilot Training and Delivery
Franklin is an expert flight instructor and NetJets pilot who brings over 1800hrs of experience to the team at LifeStyle. He ensures our customers receive the very best training and have the most memorable and enjoyable delivery experience possible.
Zachary Clayton, Digital Media Specialist
Zach grew up with his eyes to the sky and dreams of being an aviator. After studying media broadcasting and production at Appalachian State University, he now works with LifeStyle as our Digital Media Specialist.
Alissa Cates, Sales Administrative Manager
With Alissa's extensive background as an aviation operations manager in both the armed forces and corporate aviation, she is an incredible asset to the team. She manages our RDU office and may be the first person you meet when you contact our company.
Shehan Sundrani, Sales Associate
Shehan Sundrani took his first leap into aviation shortly after high school, discovering the freedom and opportunity that flight provides. Combining his interest in aviation with a business mindset, Shehan began building a career focused on both the operational and service side of the industry, gaining valuable experience working directly with aircraft and pilots.
Our Vision
We see a future where lives are transformed and enriched through modern aviation – where people create lifestyles of freedom, productivity and possibilities. By empowering individuals and our training partners to use the full potential of modern flight, so they are able to contribute to the world in new and meaningful ways.
Our Purpose
We are in the business of helping people discover, select and use modern aviation and its technology to create effortless, effective personal mobility which empowers them to achieve life goals and transforms how they live, work, play and contribute to the world.
Our Process
We don’t “sell”… we help our clients “Buy”. We help clients achieve their life and LifeStyle Goals using a unique counselor approach to support our customers through the buying process. We operate with respect and integrity with all customers, employees, contractors, partners, suppliers and competitors.
