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Experience And Expertise

Over the past 25 years, Boyd Group International has achieved a position of enormous respect in the aviation industry. Major airlines, international airports, global aircraft manufacturers, and financial institutions seek our expertise for one reason - The Boyd Group understands better than any other consulting firm the challenges of today and - importantly - the challenges of the future.

Experience covers the past. At Boyd Group International, we know that it's expertise that determines effectiveness in aviation consulting. And that's our constant focus: research and forecasting that gives our clients the competitive edge the minute they call us.

Real-World Experience. Futurist Expertise.

Our professionals bring distinguished aviation credentials to Boyd Group International. We've managed airline operations across the nation - and internationally, too. We've directed route and market planning for all types of carriers. We've been involved in fleet planning and new aircraft introductions. We've managed virtually all areas of the airline business - customer service, flight operations, sales, scheduling, fleet planning, in-flight service, maintenance, pricing and revenue accounting. We've established airport stations and marketing functions at cities from Albany, New York to Seoul, Korea. We've been on both sides of the labor bargaining table.

But that's all just a foundation. Building on this, since 1984 Boyd Group International has been at the cutting edge of aviation research and forecasting. Independent, focused research and consulting, providing studies, white papers, testimony to Congress, and open discussion of matters in the forum of aviation.

Because we focus on the future, we've provided assistance, research and consulting to virtually all sectors of aviation. We've guided airports in long term strategy and master plan forecasting. Corporate aviation departments have called on us to review procedures and streamline internal planning. Long-term strategy blueprints for major airlines have also been a part of our consulting practice. Aircraft and engine manufacturers have sought out our assistance in assessing new aircraft market feasibility.

In short, while all of our principals have degrees from institutions of higher learning, we also have advanced "degrees" from the real-world of today's evolving aviation industry. That's expertise we hone every day. This has resulted in exceptional results in assisting our clients solving tough problems and positioning themselves for the future.

Boyd Group International - You're Working With Industry Experts, Not Faceless "Analysts" Or New-Hires Out of College

While some consulting firms tout their "team," they conceal the fact that their team members aren't even on the same playing field. They are associates - often independent contractors, not full-time employees - that are scattered across the country, working from home, only when a project comes in. Some are even paid on a commission or "draw" - which means their natural objective is personal - bringing in more work, not focusing on effective solutions for clients. 

At The Boyd Group, clients are not passed off to junior "consultants" or "associates." Every project at The Boyd Group is directed and accomplished hands-on by one of the firm's professionals listed below. And every principal of The Boyd Group is a recognized leader in his or her field of expertise, working collaboratively at our offices in Evergreen, just west of Denver.

Profiles Of Key Staff

Michael Boyd is president. Mike is well known as an expert in futurist aviation issues, and is often called upon by the national media to provide input regarding events and trends affecting airlines, airports, and aircraft manufacturers. Since co-founding the company in 1984, he has directed hundreds of projects for clients ranging from small airports to global companies such as General Electric, Delta Airlines, Continental Airlines, Aerostructures, and Embraer Aircraft. Mike started his career with American Airlines in 1971. He joined Braniff International in 1977, attaining the position of Regional Director, and was responsible for opening the carrier's Far Eastern operations. In 1982 he moved to Bar Harbor Airlines as Vice President of Marketing and Planning.

In 1984, he co-founded what is today Boyd Group International. Seeking advice from respected leaders in the aviation consulting industry, it was recommended that the firm be based in New York or Washington, in order to have proximity to headquarters and key branch offices of airlines and to government offices. Underscoring firm's strong sense of independence from "ambient" thinking, the firm was established in a small town high in the Rocky Mountains west of Denver. It was only the start of the company's dedication to seeking fresh and higher (in this case, literally) perspectives from the stale norms accepted in aviation. Even then, Mike and the staff recognized that electronic proximity was the future, and that integrity, research, and cutting-edge expertise would trump any benefits of an office on Connecticut Avenue.

In the past 25 years, this philosophy has resulted in Boyd Group International evolving into one of the most respected firms in the industry.

Mike holds a degree in Social Science from Michigan State University, with a minor in Chinese language. 

Marian Henley Boyd is executive vice president and COO of the firm. The Boyd Group International Aviation Industry Workshop Program is directed by Marian, including the widely-attended Aviation Forecast Summit. Held annually in October, this has emerged as the number one event in regard to hard-hitting, no-nonsense trend, traffic, and passenger forecasts, and is attended by leaders from all areas of the industry.

Marian also directs the wide range of airline-related training programs developed by the company. These programs are tailored to the specific needs of the airline industry, and to those of the specific client. Programs developed at Marian's direction have assisted a number of clients, including Comair, Canadian, AMR, and others in improving direct customer service as well as the efficiency of service delivery. Customer Service Solutions - a basic skills program for front-line airline employees has been successfully implemented at carriers of all sizes, from small commuters to international airlines.

Before co-founding what is today Boyd Group International, Marian was with Braniff International Airways, rising to the position of Regional Director. During her career at Braniff, Marian was involved in that carrier's international expansion, including the establishment of station operations in Europe and developing procedures and training programs for local staff. She holds a degree in Business Administration from North Texas University.

Tim Sieber is Vice President and General Manager of the firm. Tim has an extensive background in regional airline operations, airline finance, and market planning. Tim originally joined Boyd Group International in 1992, and was instrumental in expanding the scope of the firm into financial consulting and major airline route development.

Between 1995 and 2005, Mr. Sieber was involved in a range of airline-related financial projects. He re-joined Boyd Group International in 2005, and is responsible for direction of the firm's strategic and tactical planning.

 

 

William C. Oliver - VP, directs the project coordination and client liaison for Boyd Group International. He also directs the firm's extensive traffic, passenger, fleet, and forecast databases.

With a 30 year career in the airline industry, with focus upon airline operations, planning and customer service, Mr. Oliver is an expert in the area of airport/airline interface with regard to customer convenience and operations efficiency. Subsequent to service in the Marine Corps., Mr. Oliver had a distinguished career with Braniff International Airways, attaining positions as Director - System Operations, Director - Customer Service Administration, and Vice President - Personnel & Labor Relations. Following his career at Braniff, Bill was Executive Vice President of a low-fare jet airline, and was responsible for the carrier's route planning, marketing, and daily operations. Mr. Oliver holds a degree in Business from the University of Texas.

 

Brian Siler joined Boyd Group International in 2009 as part of a major up-scaling of the firm's focus on international analytical forecasting. He is responsible for research and forecasting of emerging global aviation trends as they affect our airport planning clients.

Brian's professional background includes operational planning with Skybus, and revenue and route planning at AirTran. He brings additional business and general aviation expertise to the firm, having worked with the corporate flight department at The Limited.

While attending Ohio State University toward a degree in Aviation Management, Brian was active in civic and political programs, and was president of the Ohio College Republican Federation.

Captain Michael Baiada works with Boyd Group International in the areas of operations restructuring, air traffic control issues, and management development. A 777 captain at a major US airline, Mike has been a leader in projects to improve the nation's air traffic control system, and in 1994 co-authored the first study that brought Free Flight to the attention of aviation. The study prompted congressional hearings which directed the FAA to accelerate development of the Free Flight concept. He is also expert in procedures to make flight sequencing and departure procedures more efficient, and has worked with a number of clients in this regard. Captain Baiada holds a degree in Engineering from Rutgers University.

Fred Johnson works with Boyd Group International in the areas of aircraft maintenance and technical issues. Fred is a veteran of over 30 years in the airline industry, with experience at a range of airlines, including Director - Maintenance at a major international passenger carrier and VP- Maintenance at a large air cargo airline. Fred's expertise is called upon by airlines and aircraft overhaul firms across the globe. He is one of the few people who are maintenance-qualified on airliners ranging from commuter aircraft through the supersonic Concorde.