Human leadership meets technology.
Leader. Author. Advisor.
Cuban-American entrepreneur and fiduciary thinker bridging human leadership and technological advancement. Integrating finance, operations, and psychology to transform how leaders perform under pressure.
The Philosophy.
Christ first. Everything flows from this foundation. Identity rooted in faith, leadership anchored in purpose, and service driven by grace.
Leadership earned through fiduciary thinking—treating clients like family. From the cockpit to the boardroom, translating operational precision into strategic execution. Leading from alignment, not approval.
Currently serving as CEO of Glades Air and Head of Sales, Americas at NERD.aero. Also serving as Partnerships Director for TEDxOrlando — sharing ideas worth spreading and championing leadership development.
Strategy
Precision planning for scalable growth
Developing comprehensive roadmaps that transform vision into actionable milestones, leveraging data-driven insights and proven frameworks like EOS to drive sustainable business growth.
Integration
Connecting systems, people, and processes
Bridging technological advancement with human leadership, creating cohesive ecosystems where tools, teams, and workflows operate in seamless harmony.
Execution
From vision to operational excellence
Translating strategic plans into tangible results through disciplined implementation, continuous optimization, and a relentless focus on measurable outcomes.
The Work.
Glades Air
CEO
White-glove luxury travel concierge merging operational precision with eco-conscious practices. Scaling operations with strategic frameworks and integrity.
NERD.aero
Head of Sales, Americas
Leading sales strategy and market expansion across the Americas for an aviation technology platform delivering data-driven solutions that streamline operations for FBOs, operators, and industry professionals.
CFBAA
YoPro Chairperson
Leading the Young Professionals group at Central Florida Business Aviation Association.
Sharing Ideas. Leading People.
Whether on a TEDx stage or in a corporate training room, Hakar is passionate about communicating ideas that move people to action and about equipping leaders to do the same.
TEDxOrlando
Partnerships Director
Leading partnership and sponsorship efforts for TEDxOrlando, an independently organized TED event that brings research-based ideas, powerful storytelling, and meaningful connections to the Central Florida community.
- Building bridges between sponsors and ideas worth spreading
- Connecting innovators, leaders, and the local community
- Driving lasting impact through global ideas and local action
Dale Carnegie Training
Former Business Advisor
Previously served as a Business Advisor in Central Florida, coaching executives and organizations through leadership development and cultural transformation. Stepped down in May 2026 and remains a proud champion of the methodology, glad to recommend a local program.
Results from that role
- Coached 100+ executives to breakthrough performance
- Developed custom leadership programs for Fortune 500 clients
- Achieved 95% client retention rate
“Leadership is not about having all the answers; it’s about asking the right questions, sharing ideas worth spreading, and empowering others to lead from alignment, not approval.”
Beyond Validation.
A psychological intervention for high-performers trapped in the approval cycle. For leaders ready to separate their performance from their worth and lead from alignment, not applause.
Addressing the invisible mask worn by executives and aviators alike. Igniting self-worth from within to build leadership that transcends external validation and creates lasting impact.
Beyond
Validation
Lead from alignment,
not approval.
AI Agent Management &
Systems Architecture.
Scaling human ingenuity through intuitive technology. Over the last six months, Hakar has focused on bridging the gap between artificial intelligence and authentic human connection, designing tools that eliminate operational friction so professionals can stop managing software and start serving their people.
Stop Pitching. Start Consulting.
Azipom
Consultative Sales Intelligence
Generic, predictable sales outreach damages trust before a conversation even begins. Azipom is an AI-powered sales enablement tool designed to make professionals more confident and consultative. By synthesizing a variety of resources, it builds a comprehensive prospect profile and matches it against your unique offering, turning cold prospects into trusted relationships.
Total Pipeline Visibility. Zero Friction.
Travel Concierge CRM
Glades Air Operating System
In the high-touch world of travel concierge services, dropping the ball isn't an option. Hakar designed and developed an intuitive CRM functioning as a centralized Command Center, tracking trip progress from initial lead to final booking, managing the active pipeline and open to-dos in one clear dashboard. It reclaims hours of administrative work, allowing advisors to focus on relationship-building rather than data entry.
Complex Itineraries in Under 90 Seconds.
Rapid Quote Tool
High-Speed Proposal Engine
The traditional travel booking process forces clients to wait days for a customized proposal. Hakar built a high-speed, dynamic quoting engine that builds complete, complex travel itineraries in under 90 seconds, drastically reducing turnaround from Needs Quote to Quote Sent and completely elevating the modern guest experience.
The Dynamic Guest Hub: Travel at the Speed of Life.
Live Itinerary Application
Real-Time Journey Map
Travel is fluid. Static PDF itineraries are a relic of the past. Hakar built a live, single-hub application giving guests real-time access to every detail of their journey, including live flight tracking, car rentals, dinner reservations, and concert seating, all in one dynamic journey map. Eliminates hours of manual creation for the agent and delivers ultimate peace of mind to the guest.
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