Savannah, GA – April 21, 2026 – As NAFA celebrated its 54th Annual Conference, it celebrated something else as well – Tobias Kleitman’s longstanding contribution to the Association. Tobias has been on the Board of Directors since 2008 and in 2010 he held the position of Treasurer. A position he held with dedication, precision and integrity until 2025. During his tenure, Tobias helped guide NAFA through periods of growth, change and challenge. We recognize not just a career of achievement but a legacy of service, leadership and character. For his many years of loyal service Tobias was awarded NAFA’s Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the highest honors it has to present.
NAFA’s President, Bryan Byers had this to say: “The Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award has been bestowed to very few individuals due to its eligibility criteria. NAFA’s focus has always been on the integrity of an aircraft’s transaction and financing. As such, the Association is founded on character, and a deep-rooted commitment to integrity. Tobias has exemplified this as a Board Member and Treasurer of NAFA.”
About NAFA:
The National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) is a professional association comprised of over 191 companies that have promoted the general welfare of aircraft finance for more than 50 years. Through collaboration, expertise, and educational content, NAFA provides the business and GA aircraft finance community opportunities for growth and betterment. Our network of members is comprised of lenders and product service providers who work together to finance general and business aviation aircraft. NAFA sets the standard for best practices in aviation finance by educating its members with the most up-to-date industry trends and best practices. Government legislation, market influences and industry insights allow member companies to provide the highest quality services the industry has to offer.
More information at https://www.nafa.aero.