Umberto Nicolardi

Umberto Nicolardi is an accomplished aviation professional with extensive experience in business consulting, digital strategy, and eCommerce management. Currently serving as Director and Head of Business Consulting for the Middle East and Africa at Amadeus since August 2018, Umberto focuses on aligning solutions with airline client needs, driving consulting revenue, and managing sales cycles. Previously, Umberto held significant roles at Etihad Airways, including Head of Digital, Distribution & Res Development, overseeing a team of over 50 and managing eCommerce with sales exceeding USD 1 billion. Umberto's career also includes senior consulting positions at SITA, Capgemini, MP Strategy Consulting, PA Consulting Group, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, and Airbus Industrie, contributing expertise in business transformation, strategy development, and operational efficiency across the aviation sector. Umberto holds an MSc in Air Transport Management from Cranfield University and a BA in European Studies from Royal Holloway, University of London.