Aaron Dirks

Aaron Dirks serves as the Chairman and CEO of Dirks Companies since April 2012, overseeing diverse operating divisions in construction, disaster services, and landscaping, among others. In addition, Aaron co-founded and invested in Phoenix Hotel Group, LLC in August 2023, and owns VI Communications, a low-voltage electrical contractor. Investments in consumer packaged goods through Grizzaffi Consumer Packaged Goods LLC and a role as a seed investor in Energea highlight Aaron's commitment to renewable energy initiatives. As a strategic advisor for ClearWorld and AdvisoryCloud, and founder and CEO of Joieful, a travel technology company, Aaron enhances digital and service experiences in tourism. Additionally, Aaron established My Airport Trip and contributes to Limousine Livery's business development. Educational background includes an MBA in Finance and Technology from Tarleton State University and a BS in Environmental Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, complemented by executive education at Harvard Business School.