Nor-Wes, Inc

Our aerial application (crop dusting) business specializes in precision crop spraying and fertilization using advanced application technology, ensuring efficient and environmentally-friendly treatments for farmers. By leveraging cutting-edge aerial solutions, we enhance agricultural productivity while minimizing chemical use and operational costs, making farming more sustainable and profitable. From 2020 Nor-Wes, Inc experienced rapid growth from $750,000 to over $5,000,000 in gross sales within just three years, but this aggressive expansion led to operational strain and financial challenges, as I focused on growth rather than sustainable scaling. Through this journey, I learned critical lessons about the importance of building scalable processes rather than merely increasing revenue, and now, after strategically downsizing and divesting non-essential assets, the business is positioned to restart on a more sustainable path. Armed with a new blueprint for success, I will implement improved operational systems that not only enhance efficiency but are also designed to be duplicated in anticipation of future scaling opportunities when the time is right. With a capital injection, I am confident we can leverage these insights to stabilize and scale Nor-Wes, Inc responsibly and effectively.

 Agricultural aircraft are known for their durability and specialized functions, allowing them to hold or even increase in value over time, particularly as the demand for efficient crop management and precision agriculture rises. Furthermore, the prices of parts and new aircraft have consistently increased due to advancements in technology, regulatory requirements, and the growing need for agricultural efficiency, making these assets not only reliable but also appreciating investments. With a capital injection, we can expand our service offerings—such as enhanced crop monitoring, custom ground and drone application services, chemical and seed sales, and precision agriculture consulting—without incurring significant overhead costs. This strategic diversification will create multiple revenue streams, allowing us to maximize the utilization of our existing resources and aircraft, thereby driving growth while maintaining a lean operational model.
Long story short is that I overextended myself and was more concerned with "growth" instead of perfecting our systems to make our business scalable. Since experiencing these hardships in 2022, I have devoted a significant amount of time into self learning in all areas of my business, specifically the financial side by reading books, listing to podcasts, reading articles, attending workshops, and trying to ask question from potential mentors. This business can be very successful if I am able to get back on track and regularly will net $600,000 per year plus. The biggest lesson I have learned through my experience is that working with investors is one of the best ways to scale a business and turn this long term vision into a reality. I look forward to sharing that vision with you! 

| PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
|    Chief Operations Officer/Manager – Nor-Wes, Inc ·  Jan 2020 – Present     
·       Directs operations of the company and employees
·       Performs duties as Chief Pilot
·       Directly supervises the Safety Program  
Captain Citation Bravo/Citation V – Jet Services, Inc. |  Jan 2018 – Jan 2020
| ·       Perform safe and successful on-time flights.
| ·       Greet and brief passengers with the utmost professionalism.
| ·       Execute mission planning including weather and route information, as well as performance data.
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|     KC-135R/T Instructor Aircraft Commander – 153rd ARS |  Jul 2014 - Present
| ·       Accomplish air refueling, airlift, & training. Instructs mission qualification & tactics.
| ·       Awarded Air Medals for combat operations in Ops INHERENT RESOLVE and RESOLUTE SUPPORT
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|     Owner/Operator – Chief Aviation Services, LLC | Jul 2010- Present
| ·       Provides flight instruction in single engine aircraft.
| ·       As aerial applicator, safely and accurately performed applications to customer’s crops.
| ·       Trains and leads ground personnel in proper agricultural aircraft ground safety operations.
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|     Air Battle Manager – 255th Air Control Squadron | Jan 2012 – Jul 2014
| ·       Utilized skills in strategy, experience, and an intimate knowledge of all weapons systems and assets to control air combat theater operations.
| ·       Maintained unshakeable composure, confidence, and decisiveness while controlling fighter, bomber, and ISR aircraft in a high stress environment.
| ·       Earned the Col. Don Muller Aviation Excellence Award.
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| Flight Operations Intern – FedEx Express | June 2008 – May 2009
| ·       Awarded one-year competitive internship with the Charters Department.
| ·       Crucial in providing necessary equipment for the build/break of cargo by downline professional loadmasters.
| ·       Ensured non-station airport suitability for the MD-11 aircraft through meticulous investigation.
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| EDUCATION
| Delta State University                 | 2011
| Bachelor of Commercial Aviation