Charter Connect 2026
Charter Connect is the first-ever conference designed exclusively for brokers and operators in charter — bringing together innovators and industry leaders to share insights, collaborate, and shape the future of charter aviation.
THE ONLY EVENT FOR CHARTER BY CHARTER
At-A-Glance
Book Your Stay
Charter Connect is taking place at The Westin Kierland in Scottsdale, Arizona. We’ve secured a limited number of discounted rooms for our attendees. Book early to stay where Charter Connect happens and maximize your time. Reserve your room before the exclusive room block fills.
Schedule
Golf & Networking
Get the day kicked off with a round of golf and amazing networking. This optional experience offers the perfect opportunity to have fun with friends old and new.
Arrival & Kick-Off
The event kicks off today with a keynote talk followed happy hour! We look forward to many introductions, familiar faces and talking about the charter industry.
Plan to stay at The Westin Kierland to best enjoy all Charter Connect has to offer.
Charter Connect Day 2
The second day of Charter Connect is a full day built for real conversations and forward-thinking collaboration in charter industry. Expect casual networking, fast-paced panels, tech-focused sessions, and insights from industry leaders—plus a keynote and a relaxed dinner to close out the day.
Speakers
Meet the industry leaders strengthening the charter industry.
Tolga Demirel
Co-Counder
Goodwin
Josh Allen
Founder + CEO
Charter Flight Support
Jason Middleton
Owner
Silver Air
Anthony Tivnan
President
Magellan Jets
Dirk Vander Sterre
CEO
Titan Aviation Group
Urban Meyer
Hall of Fame Coach
Fox Sports
Sponsors
Charter Flight Support offers AOG support services for brokers and operators, featuring a fixed pricing model that removes out-of-pocket recovery aircraft costs. Their 24/7 sourcing team ensures you can focus on customer service and sales, driving your financial success with confidence.
Goodwin was founded to digitize the charter industry. We're focused on creating a broker-driven product that allows all brokers to have a seamless sourcing, proposal and payments process. Our mission is simple: empower brokers and strengthen the industry—while having a little fun along the way.
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FLY1200 is a brokerage that brings a wealth of expertise and a commitment to making private aviation accessible, safe, and extraordinary for every traveler.
Jet Linx takes a different approach to private jet travel. A more focused, personalized approach. To better serve their clients and their needs. They deliver guaranteed private aviation travel solutions through individual, city-specific, local operations rather than remote national operations.
Corporate Jet Investor is dedicated to the business jet market. Their conferences bring the industry together, their website provides analysis and insight and their weekly email keeps people updated!
Magellan Jets is a private aviation company delivering flexible, personalized flight solutions through jet cards, memberships, and on-demand charter. The company pairs industry-leading safety standards with a global network of trusted operators to provide seamless private travel worldwide.
Request Prospectus
Sponsoring Charter Connect offers your brand the opportunity to stand out from the crowd. From thought leadership to networking as well as branding, Charter Connect has packages to fit almost every need and almost every budget.
Packages are limited, Request the Prospectus today.
Why Attend?
Charter aviation is not the planes but the people. That is why Charter Connect puts people as the priority. We are a relationship-first conference designed to foster real conversations, yield practical insights, and high-quality networking. Discover why Charter Connect is the must-attend event for brokers, operators and industry leaders.
Industry Insights
Get industry insights from experienced speakers and peers, with candid perspectives on what’s working right now across the charter ecosystem. Walk away with practical ideas and fresh context you can apply immediately to your business.
Industry Panels
Hear from brokers and operators as they deep dive into their challenges and successes. Charter Connect is designed to deliver practical takeaways you can apply immediately, alongside candid conversations on what’s working right now across the charter ecosystem. You’ll build new relationships with peers and partners.
Exclusive Networking
Connect with charter industry leaders—brokers, operators, and fellow professionals—throughout dedicated networking events designed for real conversations. With plenty of time built into the program, it’s easy to build relationships before, between, and after sessions.
Innovation Showcase
Explore tech solutions for AOG recovery, sourcing, payments, and faster proposal creation.
Venue
Charter Connect will take place April 13–14, 2026 at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona.
We have secured a limited number of discounted rooms at The Westin Kierland for attendees. Plan to check-in Monday, April 13th and depart Wednesday, April 15th.
Set in North Scottsdale, the resort offers a desert-resort experience with multiple pools, on-site dining, and a full-service spa, with convenient access to nearby shopping and restaurants at Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.
- Stay right in our official hotel block and keep your schedule simple
- Connect with other attendees throughout the day in the lobby, bars, and outdoor gathering spaces
- Enjoy resort amenities —multiple pools, cabanas, and a full-service spa for quick resets
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