WAI Podcast S2 E3 - Stephanie Chung

WAI Podcast S2 E3 - Stephanie Chung

From WAI On Air Podcast by Women in Aviation International

February 4, 2026 · 45 min · Season 2 · Episode 3

About this episode

Stephanie Chung discusses her career and impact in the aviation industry.

Stephanie Chung is not just the #1 international best-selling author of ALLY Leadership, How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You : she's also a force of strategic innovation, a beacon of change, and a titan in the world of business growth and human capital management. With over 30 years of experience, Stephanie has cultivated a reputation for turning challenges into opportunities and transforming growing businesses into thriving hubs of success. As a former chief growth officer for Wheels Up, Stephanie spearheaded a growth strategy that not only elevated revenues but also fostered market expansion, resulting in a significant increase in diverse membership. Prior to her tenure at Wheels Up, Stephanie blazed trails as the first African American to helm a private jet company, JetSuite. Under her visionary leadership, JetSuite evolved from a mere service provider to a symbol of luxury and excellence. Stephanie's illustrious career also includes pivotal roles at American Airlines, Flexjet, and Bombardier Aerospace, where she engineered revenue generation strategies that achieved remarkable success. Stephanie's impact extends far beyond the boardroom - beyond her professional…

People in this episode

Guest: Stephanie Chung

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • aviation
  • business growth
  • diversity
  • human capital management

Keywords

  • leadership
  • aviation
  • business growth
  • diversity
  • human capital

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wheels Up, JetSuite, American Airlines, Flexjet, Bombardier Aerospace, Make-A-Wish, National Business Aviation Association

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