Tony Kondo
President & Chief Executive Officer
Tony Kondo, President & CEO, joined Werner Aero in August 2022. Prior to joining Werner Aero in Mahwah, New Jersey, Tony spent the past 14 years in the aircraft and engine leasing business within Sumitomo Corporation. In 2014, Tony was a founding member of SMBC Aero Engine Lease (“SAEL”), which has grown to become one of the leading engine leasing companies globally. His role in SAEL was Head of Trading, where he oversaw all trading activities globally. In 2018, he was selected by Airline Economics as a member of the prestigious “40 under 40” club. Tony is a graduate of Kyoto University with a degree in Economics.
Dov Fisher
Chief Financial Officer
Dov Fisher, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Werner Aero, leads the finance department and oversees the company’s financial operations as well as selecting operational activities. Dov joined Werner Aero in 2013 after serving as CFO at Vibe Media. Before that, he spent over a decade at Pearson, where he held key roles spanning mergers and acquisitions, financial planning and analysis, and operational and organizational process transformation. His diverse background also includes experience in venture capital start-ups, as well as traditional accounting and auditing. Dov earned his MBA from NYU in 1999 and became a CPA in 1993.
Cliff Topham
Senior Vice President, Engine & Business Development
Cliff Topham, Senior Vice President of Sales & Business Development, is responsible for leading the acquisition of commercial aircraft and running the Commercial Aero Engine business. Prior to joining Werner Aero in 2011, Cliff had a long career at a major Aero Engine OEM leading multi-functional and globally dispersed key account sales and business development teams, living in both the US and the UK. Following his long career in Aero Engines, Cliff also led the global Sales and Business Development team of a publicly quoted leading provider of airborne connectivity before being part of the team that led the successful sale of the unit to Honeywell. Cliff is an aeronautical engineer by training having received his BSc from City University, London and master’s from Warwick University, and has completed executive business and finance training at the McDonough School of Business and Darden Business School.
Yuhei Yagi
Senior Vice President, Head of Sales
Yuhei Yagi, Senior Vice President and Head of Sales at Werner Aero, leads the company’s global sales activities and oversees the worldwide sales team. Before joining Werner Aero in December 2022, Yuhei spent over six years with Sumitomo Corporation, where he supervised its commercial aviation subsidiaries, including SMBC Aero Engine Lease and SMBC Aviation Capital. He also served as an asset manager for Japanese investors in the JOL (Japanese Operating Lease) market during his three years at Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing. A 2016 graduate of Keio University, Yuhei holds a degree in political science.
Valbon Ebibi
Head of Operations and Quality
Valbon Ebibi leads the Operations and Quality Department at Werner Aero’s Mahwah headquarters in New Jersey, where he oversees the company’s export compliance regulations and quality systems. Joining Werner Aero in October 2006 as a junior in the Operations Department shortly after earning his associate degree in business from Scottsdale Community College, Valbon has grown alongside the company, gaining extensive experience in the aviation industry. With over 15 years of expertise, he has successfully managed and overseen numerous aircraft teardowns, contributing significantly to Werner Aero’s operational success.
Jelani Cain
Director of Repair Management
Jelani Cain, a seasoned professional in aviation materials, brings extensive expertise in management and strategic operations to his role as Director of Repair Management at Werner Aero. A graduate of Morehouse College, Jelani earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in finance in 2010. With over 12 years of experience in airline material management, including two years in supervisory positions and six in senior leadership roles, Jelani has developed a comprehensive understanding of the aviation industry’s complexities. His diverse background spans material planning, AOG (Aircraft on Ground) operations, asset control, and repair management. Jelani’s wealth of experience, industry knowledge, and strong network enabled him to provide Werner Aero with a significant competitive edge. Committed to excellence and efficiency, Jelani is dedicated to driving innovation and delivering exceptional value in the dynamic field of aviation component repair.
