APG Leadership Team
With a shared passion for business aviation, APG’s leadership team possesses extensive experience in aviation software. Responsible for the support of aircraft operators worldwide, the team maintains an unwavering commitment to the safety and quality of APG’s services.
Gene Albright
Senior Vice President, Operations
Gene Albright is a Performance Engineering Executive with over 25 years of aviation experience. His career includes working as a design engineer at Raytheon Aircraft Company and as a Performance Engineer for Cessna Aircraft, where he was awarded two Chairman’s Awards for Innovation for his role in development of performance software solutions. He has directed the development and certification efforts of performance calculation software packages, has a deep understanding of Airplane Flight Manual data development processes, and a history of implementing those processes into software solutions. As Head of Aircraft Engineering and Production for APG, Gene developed the software packages for runway analysis calculations, determination of obstacle accountability areas, and engine-out procedure development. Gene holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering and a Master of Business Administration, both from Wichita State University, and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
Janelle Schultz
Global Head of Client Support
Janelle Schultz has gained more than 15 years of aviation industry experience. Janelle launched her career as a Legislative Affairs Intern at Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) in Washington, DC. She has worked in several aviation roles, most recently at Centennial Airport, where she worked at the Denver Jet Center and transitioned to Airport Operations for the Arapahoe Country Public Airport Authority. Janelle started at APG in 2013, managing the Airport Data team before transitioning to her current role. Janelle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Management with a minor in International Business from Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Steve Podradchik
Global Head of Navigational Data & Production
Steve has over 20 years of experience in aviation. Steve started his career in aviation in 2002 as the co-founder and CEO of Seattle Avionics, making the award-winning Voyager Flight Software System for Windows that helped pilots create flight plans faster and easier than ever before. Later, he helped expand the brand of US and European aviation data, ChartData, to more than 20 major aviation companies worldwide including BendixKing®, Aspen®, Dynon®, and more. Later, Seattle Avionics partnered with AOPA to create the top-rated aviation app for the iPad – FlyQ™ EFB. Before creating Seattle Avionics, Steve was the CEO of Medio and Marketwave. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics with concentrations in Marketing and Finance from the University of Pennsylvania.
David Steinbrunner
VP Growth and Client Success - Americas
David has over 10 years of experience in aviation, with over 25 years of experience in sales and asset management. He began his sales career with CompUSA selling networking products and services to small businesses. David worked with Protection One and National Monitoring Center, selling security solutions B2B and managing multifamily portfolios. He directed the sales team for SoloProtect’s North American operation, which focused on life safety technology for businesses’ lone workers. David has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Texas. David became a private pilot in 2011 and continues to enjoy flying while living in an airpark within the DFW metroplex.
Mark Stevens
VP Growth and Client Success - EMEA
Mark Stevens is a seasoned aviation professional with over 30 years of experience spanning engineering, asset management, and commercial leadership. He began his career as an Aircraft Engine Technician in Scotland, later advancing to roles at GE Aircraft Engines, BAE Systems, and Goodrich Aerostructures. Mark has held leadership positions across Europe, including at SR Technics in Zurich and GE Aviation Systems in the UK, earning multiple industry awards along the way. Before joining Aircraft Performance Group (APG) in 2021 as Head of Sales – EMEA, he led commercial teams at Airline Services Interiors, Phitek Systems, and Bluebox Aviation Systems. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Systems with Electronics from Glasgow Caledonian University.