Developing, Financing, & Operating
the Future of Aviation Infrastructure
in South Florida and Globally

About MAKO Global

Leadership

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  Milo Srkal, Jr., Principal

  Milo K. Srkal, Jr. is an aviation business leader with more than 20 years of experience spanning airport infrastructure development, aviation business operations, and other advanced transportation projects including public-private partnerships.

  As one of the first employees (and investor) at DayJet, Srkal helped establish more than 50 DayStop & DayPort locations across the southeastern United States, evaluating and selecting fixed-base operators and negotiating fuel contracts, facility leases & tenant improvements, and service agreements with aviation businesses and government authorities. He prepared, promoted, and executed a state incentive package exceeding $100 million, worked with Florida legislators to advance an aircraft sales tax exemption, and engaged Congress and federal agencies in support of the Next Generation Air Transportation System.

  Milo led the financing and development of a 36-hangar project on six acres at North Perry Airport. He secured more than $5 million in debt and equity funding, negotiated a 30-year land lease with Broward County, and directed design, approvals, and construction contracting. The project achieved full preleasing of hangars and tie-downs and received its Certificate of Occupancy within 13 months of construction loan closing.

  Milo has remained active in business and industry organizations throughout his career, including leadership and board involvement with aviation and public-private partnership organizations.
  Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, boating and sailing, tennis, auto racing, emerging technologies, and piano.
  He and his wife are the proud parents of a daughter.

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  Mike Srkal, Principal

  Milota (Mike) K. Srkal is a transportation and infrastructure executive with more than 50 years of international experience in engineering, project development, financing, and corporate leadership. His career spans the United States and Europe, encompassing highways, ports, aviation facilities, public transit, and major industrial ventures.

  As President and Owner of MACO International, Inc., Mike has advised domestic and international companies on business development, project planning, procurement, negotiations, and financing.

  His recent work includes coordinating the planning, design, permitting, and financing of small-aircraft hangars and tie-down facilities at North Perry Airport in Broward County, Florida.
  Previously, Mike served as CEO and Chairman of TATRA, a prominent Czech truck manufacturer, and as President and Chief Operating Officer of SDC International, where he pursued corporate acquisitions in Central and Eastern Europe.

  During his tenure with Frederic R. Harris, Inc., Mike managed multiple offices and major infrastructure assignments. His Florida projects included the Sawgrass Expressway, Port Everglades’ Southport Container Terminal, and numerous transportation improvements throughout Broward County.

  A graduate of the Technical University of Brno in civil and transportation engineering, Mike has lived in Fort Lauderdale since 1971. He brings a global perspective and extensive experience coordinating public agencies, engineering teams, investors, and business partners.

Meet Our Team

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  Justin Leonard

  Justin Paul Leonard is a Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument and commercial pilot with an airplane single-engine land certificate and instrument rating. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, he brings a diverse background in coaching, business ownership, and leadership to his work in aviation.

  Justin serves as a flight instructor with Charleston Southern University Aeronautics, teaching within a Part 141 flight training program. He also owns Crosswind Flight Instruction LLC, where he provides independent flight instruction. As the owner of a 1966 Piper Cherokee 140 since 2021, he brings personal aircraft ownership experience to his aviation background.

  Before becoming a flight instructor, Justin developed extensive experience helping people learn, build skills, and work toward individual goals. His background includes personal training, fitness department leadership, group training coordination, and life skills counseling. At Life Time Fitness, he led teams, developed training programs, and helped his department exceed performance targets.

  Justin also owns ReImagined Spaces LLC, a residential remodeling business, and holds a South Carolina real estate sales license. These roles have strengthened his experience in project management, communication, and relationship building.

  His combination of aviation qualifications, instructional experience, and business leadership provides a broad foundation for working with students from varied backgrounds and experience levels.

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  Alex Constantin

  Alex Constantin is a business leader and strategist with over two decades of experience spanning marketing consulting, creative direction, business transformation, and complex project execution. Defined by entrepreneurial resilience and cross-functional leadership, he specializes in translating complex concepts into structured, scalable operational solutions across diverse sectors.

  Since 2009, Alex has served as Managing Director of BrainUP Studio, a marketing consultancy and creative studio established to deliver tailor-made problem-solving services. Overseeing full project lifecycles from initial strategic design to final operational execution, he has directed initiatives for global brands and major enterprises, including BMW & MINI (Motor AG), ING, Dacia, Stabilo, Faurecia, and Banca Transilvania. Over his tenure, Alex has navigated complex multi-year negotiations, vendor operations, and regulatory relationships, building systems from the ground up.

  Alex is also a co-founder and Managing Partner at Frez, a long-term gastronomy venture focused on product development, brand identity, and customer experience. His professional approach bridges technical discipline with strategic management, backed by a Bachelor of Science in Management & Marketing, executive business experience through the Romanian Entrepreneurship Environment, and a foundational background in mathematics and computer science.

  Outside of his corporate work, Alex is an outdoor enthusiast and adventurer who enjoys paragliding, mountain hiking and climbing, scuba diving, and biking. He is passionate about visual arts, gastronomy, and emerging technologies, regularly engaging in pro-bono support and community initiatives.