FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Joshua Cartret Appointed President of Tarheel Aviation & Investments, LLC (TAV)
North Carolina, May 21, 2025 — Tarheel Aviation & Investments, LLC (TAV), a privately-held aviation and investment company based in North Carolina, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Cartret as its new President.
Founded in 2004, TAV initially established itself in aircraft leasing, providing instrument-rated pilots to training centers and leasing late model or new aircraft to flight schools across the region. “Our planes offered the latest Garmin flat screens in the Myrtle Beach area at a time when most panels had outdated 60’s instruments.”
TAV later partnered with Angel Flight and ultimately became a real estate holding company.
The company expanded its operations in June 2006 through strategic acquisitions, strengthening its position within a wide array of businesses.
As a parent company it formed TAV SRL in Europe in 2016.
“TAV partners have involved far more than those seated in planes” its founder once stated.
Since 2008, TAV has been guided by Annamaria Cartret, who has served as chief operations officer and later CEO and who will continue to play a vital role as Board Chairman, overseeing the company's marine services division. Under her leadership, TAV has diversified its portfolio and laid the groundwork for future growth in other areas including global ventures.
With the SHIPS for America Act, TAV is charting a new course toward a potential public offering, aiming to capitalize on emerging market opportunities and expand its influence within several industries.
“Josh brings a fresh vision and dynamic leadership that will propel TAV into a new era of growth and profitability,” said Annamaria. “His expertise and innovative approach will be instrumental as we navigate an ever-changing business landscape.”
Josh has a law enforcement background. He has worked as both a supervisor and as a detective. Since 2017 he has worked as a CTO for an IT company in the government services field taking a short leave for public service.
Joshua Cartret, who will assume the role of President, expressed enthusiasm about the company's future: “I am honored to lead TAV into this exciting new chapter. We are committed to expanding our reach, improving operational efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders.
Together, we will continue to build on the legacy established by my dad.”
TAV’s founder, Mark Cartret, has been recognized in numerous publications, including the Wall Street Journal, for his contributions to the business community.
A venture capitalist and former gubernatorial appointee, he bought his first plane from Christianson Aviation in the early 90s.
From aviation to real estate, insurance and government services, the list of companies Mark has founded, sold or owned is exhaustive.
About Tarheel Aviation & Investments, LLC (TAV):
Founded in 2004, TAV initially specialized in aircraft leasing, pilot placement, and investment opportunities within the aviation sector. Airline pilots on furlough or new pilots needing to build flight time often signed on.
The company focus would change in 2014 as TAV became a managing company to several other entities. “The company literally flew to where the profits landed.
And often the market was nowhere near aviation,” its founder stated in early 2015.
With a history of strategic growth and innovation, TAV remains committed to delivering high-quality services and exploring new avenues for expansion.
Media Contact:
Col. W. Cohen
Director of Communications
Tarheel Aviation & Investments, LLC
Email: colwilliam.cohen@tavinvestus.com
Phone: (888)317-2245
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