Paragon Aviation Group Welcomes New Members to FBO Advisory Board 

Paragon FBO Board members

Cypress, TX – March 21 2025 – Paragon Aviation Group is excited to announce the addition of three distinguished members to its Network Advisory Board. Since its founding in 2010, Paragon Aviation Group has relied on its Advisory Board to guide the development of its network and programs to ensure they align with the evolving needs of its global membership. The new members bring a wealth of expertise and leadership to the group, further strengthening Paragon’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and world-class service. 

The new appointed members are: 

 

Tracy ChaplinVice President of Resources & Partnerships at Clay Lacy Aviation  

Tracy Chaplin is an executive leader with over 30 years of experience across business aviation, commercial airlines, and aerospace. She is currently Vice President of Resources & Partnerships at Clay Lacy Aviation, where she drives strategic growth and operational excellence through innovative solutions and partnerships. 

 

Jeremy Sobolik – Manager at Fargo Jet Center 

Jeremy Sobolik has spent 25 years at Fargo Jet Center, where he currently manages the FBO services and oversees a team of 40. With extensive experience in aviation operations and marketing, Jeremy has played a key role in driving Fargo Jet Center’s growth and success. 

 

William Holowesko – General Manager at Odyssey Aviation 

William Holowesko has led Odyssey Aviation in the Bahamas for 28 years, since its inception, growing it into the largest FBO operator in the region. Bill oversees the team across multiple islands and has been instrumental in expanding their FBO facilities and services, earning multiple awards for excellence. 

 

As a key part of the organization, the FBO Advisory Board plays an instrumental role in providing Paragon with honest feedback, industry insights, and strategic recommendations. This dynamic group of FBO owners, executives, and key managers works closely with Paragon to optimize operational efficiencies, share best practices, and enhance direct sales and marketing efforts. 

 

Crystal Kubeczka, President of Paragon Aviation Group, stated, “The Advisory Board is an incredibly important and influential group whose feedback directly impacts the direction of our organization. Our growth over the years is a direct result of their in-depth aviation knowledge and commitment to the principles of safety, value, quality, reliability, and service. We are excited to have such an insightful group of leaders joining the team” 

 

In addition to Kubeczka, Paragon’s Advisory Board includes Julie O’Brien, Vice President of Business Development; Bobby Courtney, Vice President of Aviation at Fontainebleau Aviation (KOPF); Gary Forster Managing Director at ExecuJet Caribbean, and Michel Tohane, President of Luxaviation/ExecuJet. 

 

We extend our sincere gratitude to outgoing Advisory Board members, Scott Cutshall, from Clay Lacy Aviation for his three years of service, Darren Hall, Fargo Jet for his five years of service, and Steven Kelly, from Odyssey Aviation for 14 years of service for their invaluable contributions, guidance, and dedicated service. Their efforts have significantly shaped our network’s success and growth. 

 

For more information, visit https://www.paragonaviationgroup.com/fbo-advisory-board/ or follow Paragon on social media. 

Paragon Aviation Group is part of the globally operating Luxaviation Group, renowned for its excellence in a comprehensive range of business aviation services. Luxaviation specializes in aircraft management for private and commercial aircraft, private air charter services, and the management and operation of VIP passenger terminals. Our extensive FBO network includes over 140 facilities worldwide.

Paragon is a leading provider of FBO support services within the general aviation industry. With a commitment to elevating the customer experience, Paragon offers a diverse array of services tailored to meet the unique needs of FBOs, handling agents, and aviation enthusiasts globally.