Wheels Up
Evan Merlis is a seasoned sales executive with extensive experience in the aviation industry. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Sales at Wheels Up since January 2020, Merlis previously held the position of Director of Sales at XO for a brief period in late 2019. Prior to that, a significant tenure at XOJET spanned from June 2009 to January 2020, where roles included Director of Sales, Aviation Sales Advisor, and Private Client Services Manager. Merlis began a career in aviation as a Senior Charter Consultant at JETS.com from November 2007 to June 2009. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Towson University, obtained between 2002 and 2006, and a high school diploma from Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School, completed in 2002.