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Angel MedFlight CEO Christine Aguilera Selected as Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist
Scottsdale (May 8, 2025) – Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance is proud to announce that its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President, Christine Aguilera, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Pacific Southwest Award.
Now celebrating its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year® program is one of the most respected business awards in the world. It honors courageous leaders of high-growth companies who consistently drive progress, redefining the future of their industry.
An independent panel of judges selected Ms. Aguilera as a finalist based on her purpose-driven leadership, commitment to innovation, and patient-centered growth initiatives. Aguilera leads the largest, long-range, fixed-wing air ambulance program in the U.S. Angel MedFlight partners with healthcare professionals to remove geographic barriers to care, safely transporting adult and pediatric patients for specialty care in all 50 states and more than 40 countries.
“Being named a finalist is both a profound honor and a testament to the extraordinary efforts of the entire Angel MedFlight team,” said Ms. Aguilera. “Driven by our unwavering commitment to patient care and safety, we continually integrate new technology and equipment to ensure we are continuously improving. Putting integrity and patient care first naturally leads to growth — because when healthcare partners trust our mission, we can help more families.”
Aguilera joined Angel MedFlight in 2020 and was instrumental in positioning the company for post-pandemic growth. Drawing on her extensive experience of building and managing successful customer-centric organizations, Ms. Aguilera’s strategic vision and operational acumen have spurred unprecedented growth. Over the last five years, Angel MedFlight has transported a record number of patients to medical Centers of Excellence, rehabilitation hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
“When Christine joined Angel MedFlight, she brought her business expertise and a fresh perspective. She helped us identify ways to streamline our processes and strengthen our relationships with healthcare partners around the world,” said Kim Halloran, Angel MedFlight’s Vice President of Business Development. “Christine makes smart infrastructure investments to ensure we are equipped to deliver the responsive, high-quality care our patients deserve.”
EY will announce its 2025 Pacific Southwest winners of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® program on Friday, June 6, at a celebratory event in San Diego, California.
About Christine Aguilera
Christine Aguilera joined Angel MedFlight in 2020 as the Chief Financial Officer and President. In 2022, she was named the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Aguilera is passionate about the company’s mission to help patients access the specialty care they need for optimal outcomes. With a strong finance, legal, and operations background, Ms. Aguilera is known for leading high-performing teams and driving growth.
Executive Leadership Background
Ms. Aguilera served on the leadership team at Arrivia as the Chief Corporate Development and Legal Officer (2019-2020) and as the Global Chief Financial Officer (2015-2019). Ranked in the Top 20 travel companies in the US, Arrivia provides travel loyalty and rewards programs.
Ms. Aguilera previously served as the President of SkyMall for more than 10 years. During Ms. Aguilera’s tenure with SkyMall, the iconic in-flight catalog achieved and maintained a 90% market share, reaching over 650 million airline passengers annually.
In her early career, Ms. Aguilera was an attorney in private practice and a CPA with PwC.
Education & Credentials
Ms. Aguilera graduated from The University of Texas School of Law in Austin, TX, with Order of the Coif distinction. Ms. Aguilera earned Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Accountancy degrees from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, NM, where she was inducted into the Hall of Fame for the business college. Ms. Aguilera is a licensed attorney.
About Angel MedFlight
Established in 2007, Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance is a global leader in air medical transportation. We operate across all 50 states and over 41 countries, delivering seamless 24/7 service for high-acuity adult and pediatric patients. From managing all air and ground logistics to handling insurance authorizations, the Angel MedFlight team streamlines transfers to save valuable time and expedite medical flights.
Angel MedFlight partners with healthcare professionals and world-renowned Centers of Excellence to provide patient access to expert specialty care. Our highly skilled Critical Care Clinicians transport patients on a fleet of Learjet aircraft equipped with ICU capabilities. Angel MedFlight’s dedicated Patient Advocacy team handles the entire insurance process to minimize out-of-pocket costs and reduce time-consuming paperwork for patients and their families.
As part of MedHealth Partners, the nation’s largest independent fixed-wing air ambulance network, Angel MedFlight is committed to safety, high-quality care, and operational excellence.
About Entrepreneur Of The Year
Founded in 1986, Entrepreneur Of The Year has celebrated more than 11,000 ambitious visionaries who are leading successful, dynamic businesses in the US, and it has since expanded to nearly 60 countries globally.
The US program consists of 17 regional programs whose panels of independent judges select the regional award winners every June. Those winners compete for national recognition at the Strategic Growth Forum® in November, where National finalists and award winners are announced. The overall National winner represents the US at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ competition. Visit ey.com/us/eoy.
About EY
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI, and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network, and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
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Angel MedFlight Earns Fourth Consecutive NAAMTA Global Accreditation
Scottsdale, AZ – April 18, 2025. NAAMTA Global and Angel MedFlight are pleased to announce the renewal of Angel MedFlight’s accreditation for a fourth consecutive three-year term. This reaccreditation reflects Angel MedFlight’s consistent adherence to the highest standards in medical transport, emphasizing the rigorous and thorough NAAMTA accreditation process.
Angel MedFlight has successfully demonstrated continuous compliance with NAAMTA’s stringent criteria, which include evaluations of administrative documentation, medical practices, and operational facilities. The accreditation process is grounded in quality patient care and transport safety, requiring accredited organizations to engage in ongoing improvement and compliance activities.
“Accreditation by NAAMTA is not just a seal of approval but a commitment to continuous operational and clinical excellence,” said Roylen Griffin, Executive Director of NAAMTA Global. “Angel MedFlight’s success in securing reaccreditation for a fourth term exemplifies their dedication to not only maintaining standards but also enhancing their service and safety protocols.”
Throughout the accreditation process, Angel MedFlight showcased a robust integration of medical expertise and legal knowledge, ensuring that every transport is conducted with the utmost care and efficiency. Angel MedFlight’s in-house legal team’s expertise in navigating complex insurance and legal issues stands out as a critical component of its patient-centric approach.
As part of its reaccreditation, Angel MedFlight has reaffirmed its commitment to the NAAMTA Alliance—joining other accredited organizations in sharing best practices and advancing the quality of medical transport services globally. This collaborative effort underscores a collective pursuit of excellence in patient care and safety across the industry.
“Angel MedFlight is proud of its fourth reaccreditation with NAAMTA, bringing our accreditation tenure to over 10 years,” said Christine Aguilera, Angel MedFlight’s CEO. “Without question, our collaboration with NAAMTA demonstrates our commitment to operating every single flight with the most rigorous standards for patient care and safety. We thank NAAMTA for its 15 years of service to the industry, and its steadfast focus on enhancing safety protocols and requirements throughout the industry.”
For more information about Angel MedFlight’s services and its enduring partnership with NAAMTA Global, please visit https://angelmedflight.com.
About NAAMTA Global
NAAMTA Global, with over 15 years in business, has been a trailblazer in setting standards for best practices and performance among medical escort, medical transport, and emergency medical service providers, gaining international recognition. As a premier global accreditation entity, NAAMTA offers standardized criteria and procedures that emphasize transport safety, patient care, quality management, and continuous improvement.
NAAMTA’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System is registered and annually audited by PRI Registrar, an ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board-approved registrar. NAAMTA is recognized for the integration of quality and safety management elements as part of all NAAMTA accreditation standards.
With its dynamic auditing approach and comprehensive suite of web-based tools, NAAMTA stands out as a leader in accreditation, providing exceptional member services and significantly enhancing practices within the medical transportation industry.
About Angel MedFlight
Established in 2007, Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance is a global leader in air medical transportation. Angel MedFlight operates across all 50 states and over 41 countries, delivering seamless 24/7 service for high-acuity adult and pediatric patients. From managing all air and ground logistics to handling insurance authorizations, the Angel MedFlight team streamlines patient transfers to save valuable time and expedite medical flights.
Angel MedFlight partners with healthcare professionals and world-renowned medical Centers of Excellence to provide patient access to expert specialty care. Patients are transported by highly skilled Critical Care Clinicians on a fleet of Learjet aircraft equipped with ICU capabilities. Angel MedFlight’s dedicated Patient Advocacy team handles the entire insurance process to minimize out-of-pocket costs and reduce the time burden for patients.
As part of MedHealth Partners, the nation’s largest independent fixed-wing air ambulance organization, Angel MedFlight is committed to safety, high-quality care, and operational excellence.
Christine Aguilera Named MedHealth Partners CEO
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – June 16, 2022. MedHealth Partners is pleased to announce that Christine Aguilera has been named its Chief Executive Officer and President, effective June 16th. Ms. Aguilera has served as the President and Chief Financial Officer of the healthcare company since September of 2020. In her new role, Ms. Aguilera will run MedHealth Partners and its air medical transport provider brands, including Angel MedFlight, Medway Air Ambulance, and Critical Care MedFlight.
As an executive leader, Ms. Aguilera has expertly guided high-performing service and retail companies for more than two decades. Her extensive history of building and managing successful customer-centric organizations ensures that the MedHealth Partners’ family of brands will continue to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and service.
Ms. Aguilera is passionate about the company’s mission to help patients access the specialty care they need for optimal outcomes. With a track record of driving growth and a strong operations, legal, and finance background, Ms. Aguilera has the expertise to expand the MedHealth Partners’ domestic and international reach so the company can help more patients on their healthcare journey than ever before.
Executive Leadership Background
Ms. Aguilera served on the leadership team at Arrivia as the Chief Corporate Development and Legal Officer (2019-2020) and as the Global Chief Financial Officer (2015-2019). Ranked in the Top 20 travel companies in the US, Arrivia provides travel loyalty and rewards programs to many well-regard brands, including American Express, USAA, and Marriott Vacation Club.
Ms. Aguilera previously served as the President of SkyMall for more than 10 years. During Ms. Aguilera’s tenure with SkyMall, the iconic in-flight catalog achieved and maintained a 90% market share, reaching over 650 million airline passengers each year.
In her early career, Ms. Aguilera was an attorney in private practice and a CPA with PwC.
Education & Credentials
Ms. Aguilera graduated from The University of Texas School of Law in Austin, TX, with Order of the Coif distinction. Ms. Aguilera earned Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Accountancy degrees from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, NM, where she was inducted to the Hall of Fame for the business college. Ms. Aguilera is a licensed attorney.
Personal Life
Ms. Aguilera is a proud Arizona native and lives in Phoenix. In addition to spending time with her family, Ms. Aguilera is always up for adventure and loves to travel, snow ski, hike, and cook.
Amazon Web Services Features Angel MedFlight in Partner Story
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – Sept. 17, 2018. The highlights how Angel MedFlight’s development team created an iPad medical charting application, MedLog2, and soon saw a need to explore and expand storage solutions for its digital content. After not finding a canned solution, the team opted to build their own solution and integrate Salesforce and Amazon Web Services.
After exploring different options, the team chose to build an application within Salesforce to directly integrate to Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) for digital content storage due to its strong security posture and the ability to architect for HIPAA (The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) compliance on the platform. By building a custom application on Salesforce to integrate directly to Amazon S3 for storage, Angel MedFlight’s IT team kept a consistent end-user experience in place.
Angel MedFlight’s custom application directly integrates with Amazon S3 via an API and pulls all uploaded data immediately into AWS. Employees can edit, replace, or delete attachments and records depending on their role and permissions. These enhancements allow clinicians in the field to better utilize technology and improve the patient experience all while at 40,000 feet in the air.
“Angel MedFlight has always used technology to aid in our delivery of best-in-class patient care. Technology has and continues to be a catalyst for advancement as we navigate an ever-changing healthcare industry,” said Kim Halloran, Angel MedFlight’s Vice President of Business Development.
About Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance
Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance Services partners with healthcare providers to safely transport patients from anywhere in the world for the life-changing care they need. Our in-house patient advocates manage the complete insurance preauthorization process, and our team of flight coordinators are available 24/7 so patients can reach the highest quality of care as soon as possible. Angel MedFlight and their aviation Part 135 partners use a Learjet fleet of medically-configured aircraft for critical care and smoother, faster travel.
Angel MedFlight Awarded Full Medical Transport Accreditation
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – Sept. 17, 2018. Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance, a leading air medical transportation provider, announced today that it has recertified its accreditation by the National Accreditation Alliance Medical Transport Applications (NAAMTA). This prestigious award certifies Angel MedFlight’s quality management systems and commitment to ongoing improvement. NAAMTA’s auditors verify excellence in safety, patient care, and aviation operations through a comprehensive application process and an on-site inspection. Angel MedFlight continues with NAAMTA as an Alliance Member, an honor only extended to air ambulance providers who have earned this distinction.
The accreditation process is valuable for healthcare professionals and consumers as they select an air ambulance provider to transport their patients and loved ones. NAAMTA’s independent review and evaluation of Angel MedFlight’s operation validates the integrity and safety of the organization. Healthcare professionals, patients and their families can be confident that Angel MedFlight adheres to the highest standards of patient care.
Roylen Griffin, NAAMTA Executive Director, states “Angel MedFlight demonstrates a dedication to their customers evidenced through their maintaining accreditation. This process is not an easy task and requires contributions throughout the organization. They made evident not only their desire for compliance, but the goal to excel in providing top-rated medical transport services.”
About NAAMTA
NAAMTA is an accreditation standard-bearer for the medical transport industry, offering procedures that include guidelines for developing a quality management system focusing on transport safety, patient care, and continuous improvement. NAAMTA is globally recognized by its ISO 9001:2008 QMS Certification and implementation of quality practices into their accreditation program.
NAAMTA has successfully made great strides in identifying key best practices to improve the standard of performance among EMS providers at the national and global levels. Through a dynamic approach to auditing and a vast array of web-based reporting and learning tools for members, NAAMTA distinguishes itself as an accreditation source interested in the improvement of medical transport organizations.
About Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance
Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance Services partners with healthcare providers to safely transport patients from anywhere in the world for the life-changing care they need. Our in-house patient advocates manage the complete insurance preauthorization process, and our team of flight coordinators are available 24/7 so patients can reach the highest quality of care as soon as possible. Angel MedFlight and their aviation Part 135 partners use a Learjet fleet of medically-configured aircraft for critical care and smoother, faster travel.
Angel MedFlight Named National Semifinalists for Secretary of Defense Freedom Award
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – Sept. 17, 2018. On March 1st the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve state committees named Angel MedFlight Worldwide Ambulance Services among a select group of businesses nominated for the 2018 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. The award is the highest recognition given by the U.S. Government to employers for their support of their employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve.
Employees serving in the National Guard or Reserve, and their family members, can nominate employers for supporting their military service. Semifinalists include 149 businesses of all sizes from across the nation and were vetted by the committees from a list of over 2,330 nominations submitted by Guardsmen and Reservists. Only 250 employers have received the award to date.
Finalists for the award will be announced on Friday, March 30th. Recipients are honored at a ceremony typically held at the Pentagon, with the awards being presented by either the Secretary of Defense or Deputy Secretary of Defense.
ABOUT ESGR
ESGR, a Department of Defense program, was established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers and to assist in the resolution of conflicts arising from an employee’s military commitment. ESGR is supported by a network of more than 4,500 volunteers in 54 committees located across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam-CNMI (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands), Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Volunteers, hailing from small business and industry, government, education, and prior military service bring a vast wealth of experience to assist in serving employers, Service members, and their families.
Our Nation has relied heavily on Guard and Reserve Service members since entering continuous operations more than 15 years ago. Employer support enhances retention rates in the Armed Forces and, in the end, strengthens our national security. To recognize employers who support their Guard and Reserve employees, ESGR grants a series of Department of Defense awards.
The first in ESGR’s series of awards is the Patriot Award. An employee serving in the National Guard or Reserve, or the spouse of a Guard or Reserve member, may nominate individual supervisors and bosses for support provided directly to the nominating Service member and his or her family. The Patriot Award reflects the efforts made to support citizen warriors through a wide-range of measures including flexible schedules, time off prior to and after deployment, caring for families, and granting leaves of absence if needed.
ESGR has served our country for more than 40 years, fostering a culture in which all employers support and value the employment and military service of members of the National Guard and Reserve in the United States.
About the Freedom Award
The Freedom Award was instituted in 1996 by then-Secretary of Defense William Perry under the auspices of the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). ESGR is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972 whose mission is to “gain and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service by recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of the law, and resolving conflicts through mediation. “The award was created to recognize the ways the nation’s employers support their Guard and Reserve employees and is the highest in a series of ESGR awards that include the Patriot Award, the Above and Beyond Award, and the Pro Patria Award.
About Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance
Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance Services partners with healthcare providers to safely transport patients from anywhere in the world for the life-changing care they need. Our in-house patient advocates manage the complete insurance preauthorization process, and our team of flight coordinators are available 24/7 so patients can reach the highest quality of care as soon as possible. Angel MedFlight and their aviation Part 135 partners use a Learjet fleet of medically-configured aircraft for critical care and smoother, faster travel.
Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance was also awarded the Patriot Award in 2017.