Aircraft Sales Director
Jesse Griffin brings significant experience in private aviation to his role as Aircraft Sales Director at Leviate. Over the course of his career, he has successfully completed more than 10 turbine and jet transactions across leading aircraft brands including Gulfstream, HondaJet, Pilatus, Bombardier, Nextant, and Beechcraft. Prior to joining Leviate, Jesse held leadership positions at Jetstream Aviation and Desert Ridge Maintenance, where he built expertise in client representation, operational oversight, and full-cycle deal management.
He has overseen acquisitions and sales of aircraft such as the Gulfstream G200, Pilatus PC-12 NGX, HondaJet, and Lear 45, developing strong skills in valuations, pricing strategy, compliance, and fleet management. His approach covers every detail, from crew and maintenance oversight to insurance and escrow, ensuring clients receive tailored, end-to-end solutions.
Beyond transactions, Jesse has served as Vice President of the Idaho Business Aviation Association and remains active in the aviation community through NBAA, NTBAA, and PNBAA. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Utah and is committed to building long-term relationships, mentoring professionals, and delivering meaningful client value.
Jesse’s passion for aviation began at six years old when he started detailing aircraft. That early start grew into a lifelong career defined by trust, transparency, and strategic insight. Outside of work, he enjoys running, lifting weights, and following Formula 1.