Brian, along with his brother-in-law Eric, acquired Lawrence Air in 2025 to build on the company’s 30-year history of providing sports charter, ground handling, ramp, aircraft maintenance, de-icing/anti-icing, and air cargo services at Eugene Airport.
Brian has over 25 years of strategy, finance, M&A, and operations experience, founding Gryphon Growth Group where for 20 years he was self-employed as a fractional CFO/COO for small companies. He earned an undergraduate degree from San Diego State University, and an MBA from the University of Southern California. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Brian lives on 80 acres with his wife of 19 years, 10-year-old son, cows, turkeys, and chickens in Rickreall, Oregon.
Eric has over 25 years of experience managing people and projects, including 10 years as a foreman/operator in mass excavation, over 5 years in high volume equipment rental operations, and over 5 years of warehouse operations for a large grocery company. Born in Los Angeles, California, Eric lives on 5 acres with his wife of 28 years in Dallas, Oregon.
Melina has worked in the aviation industry and for Lawrence Air for over 9 years, including over 4 years of ground service with United Airlines. Through continuous training and experience, she has gained expertise in de-icing/anti-icing procedures, leadership, training, customer service and safety procedures, as well as TSA passenger screening rules and protocols.
Kassi brings four years of experience in the aviation industry, having worked both in ground services with United Airlines and in operations with Lawrence Air. With a strong background in customer service, she has honed her skills while maintaining an unwavering focus on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Kassi has consistently demonstrated leadership abilities, taking on responsibilities that include overseeing team operations, identifying potential risks, and ensuring adherence to TSA and airline protocols. Her proactive approach to safety ensures a secure environment for both passengers and staff, while also driving high standards of service and teamwork.
Armando has worked in the aviation industry as a Ramp Lead for over 6 years, including 3 years with Lawrence Air. He is also a point of contact for De-icing services. He can be reached any time of day.
Jay has worked as a mechanic in the aviation industry for over 20 years, including over 12 years of service with Lawrence Air as an A&P Mechanic. Jay is a 1991 graduate of the Lane Community College Aviation Maintenance Technology program. He has worked as a Metroliner maintenance mechanic and a line supervisor for Flightcraft FBO (acquired by Atlantic Aviation). Jay is ETOPS qualified.
Zeb has worked as a mechanic in the aviation industry for over 10 years, including over 6 years with Lawrence Air as an A&P Mechanic. In addition to his A&P Mechanic duties, Zeb performs Annual Inspections for aircraft at the Eugene Airport.
Mark joined Lawrence Air in 2024 as an A&P Mechanic.
Dustin joined Lawrence Air in 2024 as an A&P Mechanic.
