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SERGEY PETROSSOV —How it all began for the 29-year-old JetSmarter founder, and his take on the future of private aviation. By Michael Scivoli It's not every day that you see a 29-year-old at the helm of a billion-dollar company. But for JetSmarter Founder and CEO, Sergey Petrossov, it's just another day at the office (or in the skies). Awarded Forbes' 30 Under 30 in Consumer Technology, Petrossov is an entrepreneur by trade and has taken JetSmarter to heights no one would have imagined — no one but himself, of course. What began as an idea in 2012 has now become the world's largest private aviation travel and lifestyle community. e Russian-born Florida resident aims to change the landscape of private aviation by making it more attainable and efficient than ever before. Ultimately, JetSmarter allows those with a lower net worth the ability to book private flights. But it's not just about the brand. For Petrossov, his vision is one that goes beyond mere name recognition and service. Instead, his focus is on creating a world-class, hospitality-driven experience. Petrossov launched the JetSmarter app back in 2013 and never looked back, it's even been referred to by some as "Uber for private jets," moving more passengers annually than anyone in the industry. He believes in the potential growth of the industry and apparently so do his investors, including the likes of Jay-Z and the Saudi Royal Family. He has a clear vision for what flying private should be, and he won't stop there. VUE caught up with Petrossov to learn more about his journey, the future of the industry and perhaps a tip or two on how to turn a simple vision into a billion-dollar reality. VUE ON LIFESTYLE V U E N J . C O M 80

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