Edgar Alacan

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Advocate


An accomplished aviation executive, Edgar Alacan gives back to the community through his work on the board of directors for PietrosFight.Org, where he coordinates fundraising events to spread awareness of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. In this role, Edgar Alacan also assists with managing and tracking the organization’s budget and maintains updated marketing materials.


Edgar Alacan also stands out as co-founder and managing director of Jets.com, a private jet company headquartered in New York City with multimillion-dollar annual revenue. He played a key role in building the company from the ground up and oversees day-to-day operations as well as long-term growth. An active member of the business aviation field, he holds membership in various industry-related organizations, including the National Business Aviation Association, Business Aviation Network, and Aviation Professionals.


Prior to this, he served as private jet coordinator with Concord Private Jets, where he assisted in organizing all client travels and itineraries. Mr. Alacan earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from Brooklyn College, where he took courses in managerial finance, international business, and marketing. 

Lake Como, NJ, US


Experience

Jul 2008 - Present

Co-Founder

Jets.com


Education

Sep 1989 - May 1993

Business Administration

Brooklyn College