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Andrew Price

Andrew Price

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Summary

Senior leader with 30+ years of experience bridging complex business requirements with innovative technological solutions. Proven track record in driving global transformation programs, developing industry standards, and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise spans aviation operations, cybersecurity, systems integration, and strategic change management. Successfully led comprehensive improvement programs resulting in measurable industry-wide impacts, including a 53% reduction in baggage mishandling across international airports.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant

Opermium Sàrl
09.2022 - Current
  • Lead a specialized consultancy delivering innovative solutions in aviation and logistics:
  • - Designed and delivered robotic baggage movement system concept for NEOM (Neom.com)
  • - Developed comprehensive client requirements and built expert teams for project delivery
  • - Managed consulting projects in Germany and USA focusing on baggage delivery, robotics, and RFID implementation
  • - Provided strategic guidance as VP Aviation for Paragon ID, securing new business against established competitors

Project Manager

SITA
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Led strategic product development and market analysis initiatives:
  • - Managed comprehensive market analysis project for low-cost airline segment
  • - Collaborated with C-Suite executives to evaluate SITA offerings and market positioning
  • - Oversaw full project lifecycle including planning, budget compliance, and stakeholder reporting
  • - Developed cybersecurity guidelines for system migration to AWS based for MSc thesis

Head of Baggage Innovation

Future Travel Experience
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Spearheaded innovation initiatives in baggage handling technology:
  • - Established knowledge-sharing network generating £100K+ in new revenues
  • - Created proof-of-concept community between airlines, airports, and suppliers
  • - Led pre-sales activities and customer engagement
  • - Developed innovative solutions to provide revenue resilience during pandemic

Global Head of Baggage

International Air Transport Association (IATA)
08.2005 - 01.2021
  • Executive leadership role directing global baggage operations and innovation:
  • - Department manager in executive leadership team for passenger and airports division
  • - Managed P&L responsibility for baggage activities, including $1M+ product sales
  • - Led global baggage improvement program achieving 53% reduction in mishandling
  • - Developed RFID standards and secured IATA AGM resolution
  • - Created and maintained industry standards through stakeholder collaboration
  • - Served as designated spokesperson for media and press relations
  • - Developed and delivered training programs, publications, and consultancy services

Subject Matter Expert & Team Leader

British Airways
08.1996 - 08.2005
  • Led technical initiatives and system integration projects:
  • - Developed business requirements for Terminal 5 operations
  • - Managed SAP system integration for aircraft engineering
  • - Conducted RFID trials and studies for baggage tracking
  • - Designed and implemented CRM systems
  • - Led systems integration and operational improvement projects

Team Leader and Integration Manager

Siemens Air Traffic Management
07.1991 - 08.1996
  • Managed development of critical air traffic control systems:
  • - Designed and developed human-computer interface for Eurocontrol flight operations
  • - Led development of military air traffic control and communication systems
  • - Provided controller training and system implementation support

Education

Master - Cybersecurity

The Open University
01.2023

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined

The Open University
01.2014

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Systems

University of South Bank
01.1997

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (2:1 Hons) - undefined

University of Plymouth
01.1991

Skills

  • Technical Expertise
  • - Strong technical skills (MSc Cybersecurity 2023)
  • - Systems Integration & Architecture
  • - Digital Transformation
  • - Software Engineering
  • - Network Security & Digital Forensics
  • - Data Protection & Privacy (GDPR)
  • - MS Office
  • Leadership & Management
  • - Strategic Change Management
  • - Global Team Leadership
  • - Project & Program Management (PMP)
  • - P&L Responsibility ($1M)
  • - Stakeholder Management
  • - Agile Methodologies (DASM)
  • - Innovation Leadership
  • - Product Development
  • Business & Soft Skills
  • - Strategic Planning
  • - Requirements Analysis
  • - Design Thinking
  • - Problem Solving
  • - Public Speaking
  • - Technical Writing
  • - Cross-Cultural Communication
  • - Workshop Facilitation
  • - Understanding Customer Needs

Certification

  • - Designing and Building AI Products and Services (MIT) | 2023
  • - Project Manager Professional (PMP) - PMI.org | 2022
  • - Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM) - PMI.org | 2023

LNGG

English (Native)
French (B1 Spoken, A2 Written)
German (A1)

Timeline

Consultant

Opermium Sàrl
09.2022 - Current

Project Manager

SITA
03.2022 - 07.2023

Head of Baggage Innovation

Future Travel Experience
04.2021 - 03.2022

Global Head of Baggage

International Air Transport Association (IATA)
08.2005 - 01.2021

Subject Matter Expert & Team Leader

British Airways
08.1996 - 08.2005

Team Leader and Integration Manager

Siemens Air Traffic Management
07.1991 - 08.1996

Master - Cybersecurity

The Open University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined

The Open University

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Systems

University of South Bank

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (2:1 Hons) - undefined

University of Plymouth

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