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The Westlight Approach

comprehensive insights

We provide unparalleled insights into the risks and sustainability challenges that impact your industry. Our team combines deep industry expertise with innovative strategies to deliver comprehensive solutions.

CLIENT FOCUSED SOLUTIONS

Every client is unique. Our services are designed to address the specific goals of your organization. We continue to help clients build robust, future-ready strategies focused on driving sustainability, mitigating risk, and enhancing long term growth.

Results driven impact

We measure our success by the real-world impact we create for our partners. At WestLight Consulting, our mission is to deliver results that safeguard your bottom line and strengthen your industry reputation.

Leveraging our collective expertise in the aviation, maritime, and defense sectors, we aim to create a safer, more sustainable future for our clients and the industries we serve. 

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THE FOUNDERS

Dan Westendorf

Founder - Principal Consultant | Aviation Safety, Strategy & Operations

Dan Westendorf, TOPGUN

Dan is an Arizona based leadership and team building expert, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Transportation from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. He served 14 years in the United States Marine Corps as a Fighter Pilot and Instructor in both the F/A-18 and F-35. His superior leadership and instructional skills earned him position as a TOPGUN Instructor in both the F/A-18 and F-35.

Dan’s extensive experience as a United States Marine, Fighter Pilot, and TOPGUN Instructor has developed an unparalleled ability to recognize opportunities, mitigate risks, and act decisively to gain the advantage.

Nick Westendorf

Founder - Principal Consultant | Business Strategy & Strategic Partnerships

Nick is a California based business development and strategy specialist, with a Master’s in Business from the University of Southern California. He is a former U.S. Army Combat Engineer Officer, and brings over a decade of experience leading front line sales teams and consulting for Fortune 500 companies. Nick excels in building strategic partnerships and delivering tailored solutions that drive results for his clients.

His background as an Army Officer, successful business leader, and adept problem solver will be an invaluable asset to your organization’s development and financial success.

Chase Westendorf

Founder - Principal Consultant | Maritime Strategy & Safety Solutions

Chase Westendorf

Chase is a seasoned maritime professional based out of the Gulf Coast Region. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Maritime Transportation from the State University of New York Maritime and holds a Master's Maritime License, allowing him to command vessels of unlimited tonnage upon any ocean. Notably, he was chosen to become the youngest Captain at Noble, overseeing assets worth over $600M while leading a crew of 150+ conducting complex drilling operations.

With his extensive experience as a drill ship Captain and proven track record as a successful leader, Chase brings decades of expertise that will contribute to your organization's growth and future success.