Michael Baughan

Executive Board

2015 - Current

NY based PE sector fund focused on Aerospace, Transportation and Logistics. I serve on the fund's investment committee, assist with deal diligence, sourcing and strategy, and advise/assist portfolio company management as needed.

Board Chair

2019

AeroX is a state-funded collaboration of industry and government partners committed to the safe and efficient commercialization of Advanced Air Mobility technologies in North Carolina and the nation.

Co-founder and General Partner

2020

Aero X Ventures is a specialized early-stage venture firm investing in innovative technologies that are transforming Aerospace and Defense (A&D).

Director

2019

Valence is the world’s largest independent provider of aerospace and defense metal finishing services. With nine facilities, 750,000+ sq. ft. of manufacturing space, and over 3,500 unique industry approvals, processing more than 12 million parts per year.

Founder / Partner

2011

Provide private investment and strategic advisory services to aerospace and industrial manufacturing and services industries. Clients include private equity sponsors and industrial corporations.

Chairman

2013 - 2016

Noranco is a world class, integrated manufacturer and solutions provider to the international commercial and military aerospace sectors. Core products include Aero-Structure, Landing Gear and Aero Engine precision components and complex assemblies. Successful sale to Precision Cast Parts (PCC) in late 2015.

Chairman, Board of Trustees

2006 - 2015

Novant is a $3.5B integrated healthcare system with operations in the Southeastern United States. Audit (Chair) and Comp/Leadership Committees. Board Chair from 2013-2014

President & Chief Operating Officer

2005 - 2011

B/E Aerospace (NASDAQ BEAV) is the largest global supplier of cabin interior products for commercial and business jet aircraft, and the leading distributor of aerospace fasteners and consumables. (B/E's interior businesses have since been acquired by Rockwell Collins, and the consumables business by Boeing). P&L responsibility for 16 SBU's and 6,500 employees of a $2+ billion public company. Tripled enterprise value to over $5 billion. Expanded international markets to represent more than 50% of revenue.

SVP & GM Commercial Aircraft Segment

2002 - 2005

P&L responsibility for the company's largest business segment consisting of six global business units, 3,000 employees and eight manufacturing facilities. Grew sales 40% with an 800 basis point improvement in operating margin.

VP & GM, Seating Products Group

1999 - 2002

P&L responsibility for $250M global business unit. Successfully integrated four independent aircraft seating businesses in the US and Europe, which had been acquired as independent competitors.

President

1990 - 1993

Acquired with partners a small bankrupt building controls supplier. Transformed business into a profitable niche supplier to the telcom industry.

Mgr. Strategic Initiatives

1986 - 1990