The Team

The Team

 

 

In addition to Aerontii’s three partners,

the team is made up of a handful of others. 

Meet them below…

Data Analytics Manager

Erika Steffins

Erika Steffins is a highly skilled data analyst with expertise in ERP software, Crystal Reports, SQL, and Microsoft Excel. With 11 years of experience in the Aerospace industry, 8 of which include ERP management and data analytics, Erika has gained valuable insights into optimizing business processes and providing the tools needed to empower individuals and organizations to excel. Her background includes successful implementations of Quantum ERP software and providing comprehensive software training through various mediums. Her meticulous approach and attention to detail have led to increased efficiency and productivity within a large network of MRO shops.

Nate Bishop

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Solutions Engineer

Data Optimization Manager

Abigail Basili

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Shelly Smith

Shelly brings nearly 20 years of proven capability in Aerospace MRO operations, procurement, inventory management, data analytics, continuous improvement, and large‑scale project leadership. She has led multi‑site process improvement initiatives, coordinated cross‑functional teams, and driven complex change‑management efforts that strengthen alignment between stakeholders and enhance operational performance.

Outside of work, Shelly enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and two dogs, kayaking, and attending concerts.

Senior Project Manager

Sales and Marketing Coordinator 

Johanna Dykstra

Johanna Dykstra contributes to the Aerontii team by utilizing her bachelor’s degree in psychology to create and manage the Marketing strategies. While attending university Johanna studied various forms of psychology including Industrial-Organizational and Social Psychology. These forms of psychology guide the way she approaches her work through a focus on the impact of cultural influence and interpersonal connection on decision making. Johanna’s work includes content creation and management of Aerontii’s social media platforms. Through these platforms she strives to employ a creative and younger approach, with the intention to draw in a wider audience, in order to display the broad range of jobs available within the Aerospace Industry. As someone with a wealth of experience using social media, her lived experience interacting with marketing techniques employed through these platforms also impacts the work she produces. Coupled with a history of artistic ventures, she uses her lived experience, creativity, market observations, and psychological degree to drive her work at Aerontii.

Outside of work Johanna enjoys hiking, traveling, reading and exploring other mediums of creative expression like painting and journaling.

Jonathan Howard

Jon is a dynamic aerospace aftermarket leader with nearly 20 years of experience driving performance across sales, repair operations, customer service, materials, and strategic sourcing. He has led customer service teams for 8 years and managed materials operations for 3 years, building a strong record of aligning cross-functional teams, strengthening supplier and customer relationships, and delivering results.
Known for turning complex challenges into practical opportunities, Jon develops creative solutions that connect sourcing, sales, repair, and customer needs. His expertise in strategic sourcing and new business development enables him to identify growth opportunities, improve operational effectiveness, and build lasting partnerships across the aerospace aftermarket.

Outside of work, Jon owns and operates The Brewcade arcade bar. He enjoys playing and restoring pinball machines, as well as spending time with his wife and their two rescue dogs.

Business Development Manager