William Holtz, President of FlyUSA, has been named one of Tampa Bay Business Journal’s prestigious 40 Under 40 honorees for 2024. This accolade recognizes leaders under the age of 40 who have made a significant impact on their industries and communities. Holtz’s selection reflects not only his entrepreneurial acumen but also his tech-driven leadership style that has propelled FlyUSA to remarkable growth.
Holtz’s career has been marked by a unique blend of military precision and technological innovation. His military background laid the foundation for his disciplined approach to leadership, which he has applied to his current role at FlyUSA. Under Holtz’s leadership, FlyUSA has grown into one of the fastest-growing private aviation companies in the United States, with a focus on efficiency, technology, and client satisfaction.
One of Holtz’s major achievements has been spearheading the development of a proprietary operational systems software called “Jetstream.” Built from the ground up, Jetstream has transformed FlyUSA’s internal operations, streamlining processes from client onboarding to flight logistics. This cutting-edge system has been pivotal in helping FlyUSA scale quickly, earning it the title of the 5th fastest-growing company in Tampa Bay and the 45th fastest-growing company in the United States.
Holtz’s tech-forward mindset and leadership have enabled FlyUSA to stay ahead in a highly competitive market. By focusing on integrating advanced software solutions with an exceptional customer experience, he has positioned FlyUSA for continued success in the ever-evolving aviation industry.
FlyUSA’s remarkable growth under Holtz’s leadership has not gone unnoticed, and his recognition in the 40 Under 40 serves as a testament to his contributions to both the aviation sector and the Tampa Bay business community. His work not only reflects the future of aviation but also underscores the importance of embracing innovation to drive company growth.
Here are all the honorees of the Tampa Bay Business Journal 2024 40 Under 40 class:
- Avik Batra, managing director, Accenture
- Sam Blatt, economic development manager, Amazon
- Samuel Boadi, COO, HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
- Tony Conza, VP, finance, Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
- Brad Cooke, EVP, Strategic Property Partners
- Jennifer Crabtree, VP, corporate communications and chief of staff, office of the president and CEO, Florida Health Sciences Center/Tampa General Hospital
- James Daniel, VP, KHS&S Contractors
- Tyler Davis, president of sales/owner, Commercial Design Services Inc.
- Jen Fleischman, assistant VP for administration and operations, University of South Florida
- Brandon Ghee, SVP, managing director of sports and entertainment banking, Cogent Bank
- Nathan Gigee, Florida market lead, Accenture
- Chelsea Hardy, VP, acquisition, Dream Finders Homes LLC
- Betsy Haugh, VP, USL Super League – strategy and development, United Soccer League
- Dominique Hernandez, division manager – central, Homes by West Bay/Casa Fresca Homes
- William Holtz, president, FlyUSA Inc.
- Jessica Icerman, shareholder, Stearns Weaver Miller
- Bryon Kroger, founder and CEO, Rise8
- Trevor Lamphier, associate principal, The Beck Group
- Tyler Layton, president, financial services, MarineMax Inc.
- Laura Lenhart, VP, government affairs, Port Tampa Bay
- Ivory Matthews, VP, community and governmental affairs, Neal Communities
- Tanisha Moise, HR site head/human resources business partner, Amgen Inc.
- Louis Pappas, SVP, family office services, The Tampa Bay Trust Co.
- Nishit Patel, VP, chief medical informatics officer, Florida Health Sciences Center/Tampa General Hospital
- Chantal Pillay, Tampa partner in charge, Adams and Reese LLP
- Benjamin Powers, director of corporate and middle market banking, Valley Bank
- Ashley Raja, COO, Tenex Software Solutions Inc.
- Ryan Robinson, managing director, endowment and foundation group, Citi
- Hillary Rymer, SVP, marketing and customer experience, Pool Troopers
- Clayton Scelzi, MEP practice leader, Kimley-Horn
- Alex Schaler, director of entitlements, Gardner Brewer Hudson PA
- Kevin Schlenker, CEO, Skar Audio Inc.
- Laura Schmidt, partner, EY
- Tom Staudt, president and COO, ARK Invest
- Tony Stimson, general counsel and secretary, A-LIGN
- Mark Stroud, president and CEO, Lindell Investments Inc.
- Jennifer Touse, chief legal officer, BayCare Health System
- Ryan Vaught, EVP, Colliers
- Jeff Wherry, VP and group manager, health care, JE Dunn Construction
- Chris Witowski, co-founder and CEO, Psilera Inc
About FlyUSA, Inc.:
FlyUSA, Inc. provides seamless, end-to-end private aviation solutions to clients across the United States. With a growing fleet of 20 managed aircraft and over 1,000 clients and members since its inception, FlyUSA is delivering on its mission to connect people and create opportunities. FlyUSA was founded by pilots centered around a culture of safety and the belief that private aviation should be easy. The company offers on-demand charters, the Ascend Club membership program, aircraft acquisitions and management services. Always intentional with a high standard of excellence, private aviation is elevated when traveling with FlyUSA. Sky’s the limit.
