IBA, the independent aviation advisory and aircraft appraisal firm, has appointed Dr Stuart Hatcher to the role of Chief Operating Officer.
“IBA is evolving to meet increasingly complex industry requirements in diverse global markets. Wisdom, judgment and tenacity are the skills that embody our advisory and analytical services” says Phil Seymour – CEO at IBA. “Stuart brings a depth of gravitas and strength which the team here can rely upon.”
Dr Hatcher joined IBA in 2005 and was previously Chief Intelligence Officer responsible for IBA’s valuations, modelling and intelligence activity – analysing the market and trade information, to refine IBA’s valuations and opinions on market trends and their effect on the industry. He has been responsible for developing IBA.iQ, the new online analysis platform offering essential market intelligence for aircraft operators and the global aviation leasing and finance community. Dr Hatcher holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry, as well as being a Senior ISTAT Certified Appraiser.
With his unique blend of market expertise and understanding of the industry drivers, he is a regular speaker at industry conferences and respected author.
