Aug. 4, 2025

Inside the Luxury Jet Industry: Todd Spitzer on Building ION Jets & the Future of Private Travel

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Inside the Luxury Jet Industry: Todd Spitzer on Building ION Jets & the Future of Private Travel

In this compelling episode of What Keeps You Awake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Todd Spitzer, the founder and CEO of ION Jets, to uncover the true story behind building one of the most trusted names in private aviation. From firefighting to flight brokering, Todd shares how he transitioned from first responder to successful entrepreneur. Discover how ION Jets offers last-minute global travel to celebrities, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate executives—while blending cutting-edge tech with a personal touch. Todd opens up about: The challenges of running a luxury travel business in uncertain economies How ION Jets built a 5,000-aircraft global network The surprising truth about COVID’s impact on private aviation The role of AI, client stewardship, and personalized service The rise of membership models and empty leg flights Why human relationships still matter in a tech-driven world If you've ever wondered what it takes to succeed in elite travel—or you're curious about private jet access without owning a jet—this is a must-watch. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.ionjets.com 📧 Inquiries or educational chats about aviation: info@ionjets.com #PrivateJet #Entrepreneurship #BusinessTravel #LuxuryTravel #StartupStory #AviationBusiness #EmptyLegFlights #JetBroker #IONJets #ToddSpitzer #WhatKeepsYouAwake #BusinessAviation #PrivateAviation #TravelTech #HighNetWorth