Goodwin Adds Conner Hempel to the Team

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 10, 2025 -- Goodwin Company, a leading charter tech platform helping with digital sourcing, proposals, and payments announces the hire of Conner Hempel.

Hempel, an aviation and business leader with nearly a decade at Wheels Up, steps into his role as Goodwin deepens its commitment to streamlining the broker-operator ecosystem.

Hempel joins Goodwin at a pivotal moment, as the broker-driven platform gains significant traction and adoption throughout the charter aviation industry. With most operators now working directly or indirectly with Goodwin, Conner will focus on helping operators stay current within the evolving ecosystem and maximize the economics and efficiencies available to them.

“A relentless focus on simplifying the sourcing process for brokers is our north star,” said Tolga Demirel, Co-Founder of Goodwin. “Now that our platform has gained traction and operators are an integral part of the ecosystem, prioritizing operator integrations is essential. Conner’s leadership will ensure successful growth of the digital platform. ”

Before joining Goodwin, Hempel contributed to Wheels Up’s growth in operations, strategy, and client relationships. He also brings the leadership of a former Harvard quarterback—where teamwork and drive translate naturally to building industry-defining partnerships.

“Goodwin is at the forefront of charter technology, and I’m excited to help operators get the most from our platform—both operationally and economically,” Hempel said. “Joining this talented team and being part of a mission that’s shaping the future of the industry is truly energizing.”

About Goodwin
Founded in 2022, Goodwin Company is headquartered in Ohio with technical talent across the U.S. The company is revolutionizing the charter aviation industry with innovative technology that streamlines charter operations. Goodwin acts solely in a B2B capacity, supporting brokers and operators in digitizing and elevating their workflows, ensuring charter aviation professionals can focus on building meaningful client relationships and scaling their businesses. For more information about how Goodwin is reshaping the charter landscape, please visit www.teamgoodwin.com or follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated. 

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