Craig Wright serves as Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management at AerSale Corp., a leading global aviation aftermarket solutions provider. With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, Craig began his career at GE Capital Aviation Services, where he honed his expertise in aircraft leasing, portfolio management, and risk assessment. He later advanced through progressively senior roles at major players like GECAS and Avolon, managing multimillion-dollar asset portfolios and navigating complex market cycles, including the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 downturn. At AerSale, Craig leads the Asset Management division, overseeing a vast inventory of commercial aircraft, engines, and components valued in excess of $2 billion. His strategic oversight has driven significant value creation, including the successful monetization of legacy assets, expansion of leasing programs, and implementation of data-driven optimization models that enhanced returns by 30% year-over-year. Under his leadership, AerSale has solidified its position as a trusted partner for airlines worldwide, executing high-profile transactions such as the sale of Boeing 737 fleets and engine remarketing deals. Craig's achievements have been recognized with industry accolades, including the Aviation Week Laureate Award for Asset Management Excellence in 2022. A CFA charterholder and graduate of the University of Notre Dame with an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, he remains at the forefront of sustainable aviation practices, championing initiatives for greener asset lifecycle management.