With a rare combination of CFO-level leadership, startup expertise, and international aviation exposure, Sam has helped raise billions in funding, streamline airline operations, and launch disruptive carriers from concept to execution.
“A successful airline isn’t just about aircraft and routes. It’s about people, systems, strategy, and vision. I’ve seen what works—and what doesn’t—across the globe. My mission is to help airlines not just take off, but fly sustainably and profitably for decades.”
A Career of Firsts
○ Launched multiple airlines as founder advisor and CFO.
○ Integrated ESG and sustainability strategies into airline planning before it became mainstream.
○ Led airline turnarounds and financial re-engineering across three continents.
○ Played a key role in ERP and IFRS implementations for complex airline operations.
○ Structured multi-billion-dollar aircraft financing and negotiated with top-tier lessors and sovereign investors.
A Thought Leader with Deep Credentials
○ CMA (Australia) and MBA in Aviation Finance & Strategy.
○ Certified in PMP, Business Analysis, Independent Directorship.
○ Expert in Oracle ERP, SAP S/4 HANA, and aviation MIS systems.
○ Champion of AI and emerging tech in aviation—Certified ChatGPT Expert.