And the family business started with a dream.Â
Founder Donnie Jordan graduated from Oconee County High School in 1983 and Athens Technical  College several years later. He worked various jobs before starting his own business at age 27. Jordan Air had modest beginnings in 1993 with Donnie working as the sole employee from his carport. He went five years before he drew a salary, lived on a tight budget and didnât have to borrow much money.Â
âI was pretty ambitious,â said Donnie, explaining that the company has outgrown a number of buildings, expanded to five counties and now employs about 85 employees. âYou have to have the passion.â