Indianapolis, IN – JLI Holding Group CEO and Jet Logistics Inc. Founder and President, W. Ashley Smith, Jr. (“Ashley”) was one of five distinguished recipients of the “Champions for Donation” award by Indiana Donor Network (IDN) as they celebrated their 2025 Angel Fund Gala. Mr. Smith and the Jet Logistics team were honored for helping launch and expand IDN’s industry-leading organ transportation program, TxJet, over the past decade, which today supports not only Indiana Donor Network’s organ transplant services for the state, but numerous other UNOS OPO programs across the United States.
According to IDN, “Champions for Donation” are individuals and organizations undertaking exceptional efforts to advance organ and tissue donation and transplantation through direct professional work or advocacy on behalf of the mission of Indiana Donor Network. Their continued dedication to saving and healing lives is truly outstanding.”
“Ashley’s unparalleled expertise with aviation and aviation regulations has been a game changer. His ability to navigate while strengthening our relationship with the FAA, has enabled us to have the highest standard of care when transporting organs and surgical teams. Beyond regulation, Ashley’s, strategic vision has been instrumental in advanced TxJet’s operations. The impact of Ashley’s leadership speaks for itself. Our partnership with Ashley and Jet Logistics has resulted 5,382 total flight hours and 4.8 million miles. These are more than just numbers, these represent lives saved, families reunited, and a mission fulfilled.” – Steve Johnson, COO Indiana Donor Network
The Angel Fund was established in 2014 to support the families of donor heroes by providing grief resources with a special focus on children via the annual Donor Hero Camp.
Visit this link for video interviews of 2025 Champions for Donation, including Mr. Smith: https://indianadonornetwork.org/champions-for-donation/
https://indianadonornetwork.org/
https://txjet.org/
ABOUT JET LOGISTICS INC.
Founded in 2002, Jet Logistics has operated for 25 years conducting flight missions across North America and every continent except Antarctica. Key service divisions include air medical (air ambulance and donor organ transport), government/defense contracting, and VIP/special projects. Today, Jet Logistics maintains worldwide op-specs as a leading accredited Part 135 operator (FAA Air Carrier #ZP7A427J) including ISBAO Stage 3, DoD CARB and CAMTS-audited certifications. Jet Logistics operates flight programs for leading hospital and air medical providers, corporations, and government agencies including the U.S. Department of Defense.
For more information, please contact:
Jet Logistics, Inc.
jetlogistics.us
scheduling@jetlogistics.us
+1 866-824-9394
