Jon Hensley

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About Jon Hensley

I’m an Operations Manager, Professor of Aeronautics, and Corporate Trainer with over 20 years of progressive leadership in Business Excellence. As a PhD Candidate in Business Administration and Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I specialize in developing innovative, high-impact training and operational strategies that deliver measurable improvements across organizations. I am passionate about creating engaging, interactive learning experiences—particularly through gamification—to drive knowledge retention, learning application, and team performance. My training programs are designed to merge industry best practices with immersive techniques, helping learners not only understand concepts but apply them effectively in real-world settings. As a Professor of Aeronautics at Everglades University, I teach advanced undergraduate and graduate level aviation and business courses, including Aerospace Management, Aerodynamics, Aircraft Performance, Flight Operations, Airworthiness, and Aviation Regulations. I hold subject matter expertise in aircraft design, aviation policy, and compliance. My teaching consistently ranks in the top 1% of student evaluations, a testament to my ability to simplify complex content and motivate future aviation leaders. In my operations leadership role, I’ve led business growth of over 170% year-over-year for five consecutive years, leveraging data-driven strategies and team alignment. My approach combines Lean Six Sigma methodology, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to drive long-term operational excellence. My professional strengths include: Strategic development and delivery of gamified Lean Six Sigma and business excellence training Optimizing performance through data, process, and people integration Bridging the gap between technical/engineering teams and operational leadership Leading complex aviation operations with scalability, safety, and quality at the forefront I thrive at the intersection of innovation, education, and operational transformation, empowering individuals and organizations to exceed expectations. Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Academic Role: Professor of Aeronautics | PhD Candidate – Business Administration Expertise: Aviation | Corporate Learning | Business Operations | Gamification | Quality & Compliance | Flight Sciences Industries: Aviation | Higher Education | Operational Management | Training & Development Let’s connect if you’re interested in transformative learning, aviation innovation, operational excellence, or future-ready training strategies.