David Bell

David Bell
Senior Consultant, ASM – UBM Aviation, Manchester
Profile
David likes the variety of working with a number of airlines and airports on a
worldwide scale, and enjoys the opportunity this affords him to experience different
cultures.
Education
University
of
Greenwich:
–
BSc (Hons)
Environme
ntal Earth
Science
Languages
English
Prior to joining ASM, David spent time consulting in the Australasian market where he
worked closely with many of the region’s airports, airlines and tourism authorities.
Previously David worked for six years in Network Planning at easyJet where he
developed a deep understanding of the requirements and expectations of low cost
airlines. David was responsible for identify potential new markets which easyJet could
serve, and engaging all regional stakeholders to ensure successful partnerships were
formed. David also has detailed knowledge and experience of other aspects of the
aviation industry including Air Cargo and Business Aviation.
Within ASM, David is responsible for the successful development of client relationships
and working with clients, particularly those in Europe, to secure new air services.
David also manages client projects ensuring that they are delivered to the client’s
precise specification.
Outside of ASM, David actively enjoys football and surfing.
Relevant Experience
Birmingham Airport
Supporting the Airline Business Development function with R&A, strategy and
marketing.
Tasks undertaken:
- Development of strategic position in focus regions
- Attendance, support and representation at key industry events
- Provision of resource, structure and strategic assistance in account management
and new business delivery.

Warsaw Modlin Airport
New airport under construction in Warsaw.
Tasks undertaken:
- Airline Strategy, Marketing and Route Delivery Targets
- Provide expertise, market intelligence and strategy for new route delivery
- Airline engagement
- Route forecasting and successful delivery of new business.
Lublin Airport
New regional airport under construction in Lublin, Poland.
Tasks undertaken:
- Airline Strategy, Marketing and Route Delivery Targets
- Provide expertise, market intelligence and strategy for new route delivery
- Airline engagement
- Route forecasting and successful delivery of new business.

Professional Experience
UBM Aviation - ASM, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Senior Consultant, April 2011 – present day
- Consultant May 2009 – Dec 2009
Aspirion Consulting, Sydney, Australia
- Consultant Dec 2009 – April 2011
Infratil Airports Europe, Kent, United Kingdom
- Commercial & Marketing Manager May 2008 – May 2009
easyJet Airlines Ltd. , Luton, United Kingdom,
- New Market Development Manager Mar 2006 – May 2008
- Market Research Manager Dec 2004 – March 2006
- Network Planning Analyst May 2002 – Dec 2004