XOJET Launches Platinum Partner Network
Apollo Jets selected as anchor partner for exclusive program
San Francisco and New York – April 10, 2012 – XOJET, Inc., the leader in private aviation, today announced the XOJET Platinum Partner Network ™ a program designed to enable select members of XOJET's extensive broker network to enhance and extend their relationship with XOJET. To date, XOJET broker partners have resold XOJET's On-Demand and Fixed Price Charter services on a per-trip basis. XOJET Platinum Partners will now also act as premium resellers for XOJET's popular flight programs which include XOJET Preferred Access™, XOJET Coast2Coast™, and XOJET Elite Access™ as well as agents for XOJET's private jet charter services. XOJET Platinum Partners will receive in-depth training, exclusive sales tools and marketing support programs. They will also get access to quoting and reservation systems that will enable them to provide their clients with a "one-stop-shop" for all XOJET flights and programs while ensuring clients receive consistent service, availability, and pricing from every member of the XOJET Platinum Partner Network.
XOJET has selected New York-based Apollo Jets to anchor the XOJET Platinum Partner Network. As the largest private jet charter brokerage in the US, Apollo Jets has a deep and loyal client-base. Apollo Jet's market presence, reputation for exceptional client service, and long history of working closely with XOJET, all contributed to the company's qualification and selection as the inaugural member of the XOJET Platinum Partner Network.
"We are proud of the relationships we have developed with our broker partners over the years and felt it was important to create the opportunity to deepen these relationships by enabling a highly select group of broker partners to act as an extension of the XOJET team," said Brad Stewart, President of XOJET. "Apollo Jets is a world-class service provider and one of our closest partners. Clearly, when we decided to launch this exclusive program, it had to start with our partners at Apollo Jets."
The XOJET Platinum Partner Network is an innovative program that redefines the relationship between private jet operators and brokers. XOJET Platinum Partners will offer a complete set of services and cost-saving options to their clients with consistent terms and pricing. Private fliers will be able to purchase XOJET flights and programs from any member of the XOJET Platinum Partner network and receive the same pricing, exceptional quality of service, and superb jets.
"Our customers demand the best and we deliver", said Al Palagonia, Managing Director of Apollo Jets. "XOJET owns and operates one of the finest fleet of jets in the world. It is no surprise that our customers prefer to fly on XOJET. Our business has benefited tremendously from our partnership with XOJET and as an XOJET Platinum Partner; we will be investing in a deeper relationship that will allow us to extend and grow our business while providing our clients with seamless access to XOJET's fleet and programs."
As the owner and operator of the largest fleet of 100%-Wi-Fi-enabled Citation X, Challenger 300, and Hawker 800XP aircraft, XOJET gains operational control and flexibility that has allowed the company to develop innovative programs that provide outstanding customer services at an excellent value. XOJET offers a complete range of services and programs: popular fixed price charter rates; programs such as XOJET Preferred Access™, fully guaranteed-access programs such XOJET Coast2Coast™ and XOJET Elite Access™; and fully customized Membership programs. XOJET client's enthusiastic response to these programs have enabled XOJET to grow more than 30% annually since 2010, with further growth expected in 2012.
About XOJET
XOJET, a TPG portfolio company founded in 2006, has become one of the fastest-growing private aviation companies in history, serving more than 5,000 customers worldwide. Our unique business model combines private jet membership, flexible programs and fixed-price charter with a singular focus on providing the highest level of customer service at every point in the client's experience. XOJET's commitment to safety leadership has earned the highest safety ratings in the industry: XOJET is the only business aviation provider to rank either #1 or #2 in all twelve ARG/US Platinum safety rating categories. In July 2010, XOJET became the first private aviation operator to enable its entire fleet with in-flight Wi-Fi Internet connectivity by equipping every Citation X and Challenger 300 jet, as well as the recently added Hawker 800XP jet, in its fleet. For more information, please visit www.xojet.com.
About Apollo Jets
Apollo Jets was founded in 2008 by an elite group of private aviation experts with a shared vision of transforming private jet charter services industry by focusing on the unique needs of each client. Working exclusively with the leading operators in the United States and around the world, Apollo arranges and manages private jet flights with superior safety, exceptional customer care, and unrivaled value. Now the largest private jet broker in the country, Apollo Jets continues to focus on serving the needs of hundreds of loyal clients every day. For more information, please visit www.apollojets.com.