The MRO Americas conference, held April 8-10, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, was a vital event for the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul industry. At WTP Advisors, we—Brian Schwam and Jim Fyrie—were excited to attend this premier gathering, connecting with industry leaders and sharing our expertise in Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC. One of our most rewarding interactions was with Jason Klein, Sales Manager, Americas at APS (A Global Aerospace Partners Company), whose business card we collected during the conference.
APS, based in Lake Zurich, IL, specializes in aerospace solutions as part of a global network, delivering innovative parts and services to the aviation sector worldwide. Meeting Jason Klein at MRO Americas provided a great opportunity to explore how WTP Advisors could support their operations across the Americas and beyond. Jim Fyrie initiated our conversation, introducing our Transfer Pricing services, which help companies like APS manage their intercompany transactions across international markets with precision and compliance.
Jason shared that APS frequently engages in global supply chains, supplying aerospace components to clients across the Americas and beyond, making financial compliance a key priority. Brian Schwam explained how our Transfer Pricing strategies ensure that cross-border transactions are priced appropriately, aligning with global tax regulations while optimizing profitability. For a company like APS, which likely deals with international suppliers and clients, Transfer Pricing can streamline operations and reduce risks. Jason appreciated the relevance of Transfer Pricing to their business, noting that their global operations had increased the complexity of their financial strategies.
Our discussion then shifted to tax optimization, where WTP Advisors’ IC-DISC services proved highly relevant. Jim Fyrie highlighted how an IC-DISC (Interest Charge-Domestic International Sales Corporation) can help APS lower their tax liability on export income. With their business model involving the export of aerospace parts globally, an IC-DISC could provide significant tax savings, enabling them to reinvest in innovation and growth. Jason was intrigued, recognizing the potential of IC-DISC to support their export-focused strategy.
At MRO Americas, we also explored the aviation industry’s demand for reliable components, a topic Jason was passionate about. APS’s role in providing critical parts for MRO activities underscored the importance of financial efficiency. Brian Schwam emphasized how Transfer Pricing could support their supply chain by ensuring compliance and aligning pricing strategies with business goals. Jason noted that maintaining cost efficiency while scaling globally was a priority, and our insights offered a clear path forward.
The Atlanta conference provided the perfect platform for this exchange, fostering connections that could lead to impactful collaborations. We discussed APS’s vision for future growth, including their focus on expanding their global presence in the aerospace sector. Jason’s goals aligned well with WTP Advisors’ mission to empower aviation businesses through financial clarity, and we left the conversation excited about the potential to collaborate.
Reflecting on our time at MRO Americas, we’re eager to explore how we can support APS’s ambitions. At WTP Advisors, we specialize in helping aviation companies achieve success through services like Transfer Pricing and IC-DISC. For more on how we can assist, visit www.wtpadvisors.com.
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