Andy Smith
About Andy Smith
Andy Smith serves as the Director of Government & Industry Relations at SITA, where he has worked since 2019. He focuses on fostering collaboration among stakeholders and advocating for the needs of legitimate travelers.
Current Role at SITA
Andy Smith serves as the Director of Government & Industry Relations at SITA, a position he has held since 2019. Based in Aldershot, UK, he focuses on fostering collaboration between various stakeholders in the aviation and border management sectors. His role involves championing the needs of legitimate travelers and leading SITA's engagement with industry and government regarding border management and security solutions.
Previous Experience at SITA
Prior to his current role, Andy Smith worked at SITA in several capacities. He served as the Director of Government Services from 2007 to 2018, contributing to the development of government-related aviation services. Additionally, he held the position of Business Development Director for Border Management & Government Services in Europe for one year from 2018 to 2019. His extensive tenure at SITA has provided him with significant experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Andy Smith completed his education at Nottingham High School from 1977 to 1988. He then attended De Montfort University, where he studied Physics with Management Science, earning a BSc degree from 1989 to 1992. His academic background supports his expertise in border management, immigration, and aviation security, areas in which he provides advice and guidance to stakeholders.
Involvement with IBMATA
Since 2021, Andy Smith has served as a Non-Executive Board Member at the International Border Management and Technologies Association (IBMATA) in London, England. In this role, he contributes to discussions and initiatives related to border management and security, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Career at Fujitsu
Before joining SITA, Andy Smith worked at Fujitsu as an Account Manager from 2001 to 2007. His role involved managing client accounts and developing solutions tailored to their needs, further enhancing his skills in stakeholder engagement and service delivery.