Sumesh Patel
About Sumesh Patel
Sumesh Patel serves as the President of SITA for the Asia Pacific region, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in the air transport industry and has previously held various leadership roles within SITA, contributing to the strategic direction and IT initiatives for airlines and airports in the region.
Current Role at SITA
Sumesh Patel currently serves as the President – Asia Pacific at SITA, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for developing and driving the strategic direction of SITA within the Asia Pacific region. His leadership focuses on enhancing the company's presence and impact in the air transport industry, specifically catering to the needs of airlines and airports in this area.
Previous Positions at SITA
Prior to his current role, Sumesh Patel held several key positions at SITA. He served as the Regional Director of Communication Services from 2006 to 2009 and later as the Regional Vice President for the Products and Solutions Business Division in South Asia & India from 2010 to 2012. He also worked as the Vice President of Business Management for the Asia Pacific region from 2012 to 2016, all based in Singapore.
Education and Expertise
Sumesh Patel earned an Executive MBA from the National University of Singapore, completing his studies from 2011 to 2012. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in the air transport industry, provides him with a deep understanding of the sector, particularly in the Asia Pacific region.
Industry Knowledge and Experience
Sumesh Patel possesses a deep knowledge of the air transport industry, especially within the Asia Pacific region. He has extensive experience guiding teams in the design and implementation of IT initiatives tailored to the specific needs of leading airlines and airports. His expertise contributes to the advancement of technology solutions in the aviation sector.