How to succeed with resilience by an aviation entrepreneur | Lisa Senters-McDermott | TEDxBigSky

Have you found yourself on the verge of giving up, not trusting your gut, or forgetting what it’s like to dream? Lisa Senters-McDermott, Founder and CEO of Jet Senters Aviation, explains how she ignored the naysayers, learned to follow her gut, and built a successful career as an entrepreneur. Lisa Senters-McDermott, private aviation expert, is the CEO and founder of Jet Senters Aviation, JSA. With more than 25 years experience in the aviation industry, Lisa’s journey took off over two decades ago when she was instrumental in launching a charter brokerage firm in New York.

Frequently quoted as one of the leading experts in aviation, and nationally recognized in the press for her knowledge and expertise, Lisa is considered the go-to resource and trusted advisor to CEO’s, entrepreneurs, celebrities, and Fortune 100 companies. Her clients depend on her advice and honesty in deals ranging from buying entire aircraft, to structuring complex management contracts, to finding charter services when needed. PGA great, Billy Horschel, proudly wore the JSA logo during his 2014 FEDEX Cup win, and JSA continues to be a proud sponsor.

Lisa, a serial entrepreneur who has pursued a variety of interests and careers, has demonstrated the resilience to survive in pursuit of numerous entrepreneurial endeavors. Perhaps the greatest contributor to her success is her belief in trusting her instincts in the face of disbelievers and naysayers. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx