Steve Johns grew up around aviation and started flight school in high school, soloed at the age of 16, then received his private pilot’s license 5 years later. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at the University of Michigan, Steve joined LLJohns Aviation Insurance full-time in 1989. He has completed his Certified Insurance Counselor designation from the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research.
Steve is responsible for leading the LLJohns’ team while maintaining his own group of clients. He possesses a solid understanding of the coverages and exposures associated with aviation risks. He has acquired this knowledge and experience for over 30 years and represents the leading insurance providers. He helps guide clients through the decision-making process by analyzing specific needs, assisting in the arrangement of training programs, and advocating during the claims process to ensure timely and satisfactory claims resolutions.
Throughout his career, Steve has served both charitable and organizational groups in leadership roles. Steve spent 6 years on the board of directors with the National Aircraft Finance Association and is an active member of the National Business Aviation Association and the International Aircraft Dealers Association. He is also currently serving as the Treasurer on the West Michigan Aviation Academy Foundation board and serves on the board of directors for both Mission Safety International and School of Missionary Aviation Technology (SMAT).
