Dr. Alexander Nwuba, FITPN, FIMCN, FIPMAN, is a distinguished personality in the business world, with a wealth of experience spanning various domains. His expertise includes banking, investment, finance, technology, fintech, communications, and aviation. Dr. Nwuba is currently the President of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the 2nd Vice President of the Aviation Safety Roundtable, and Special Adviser to the President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria. He is a core adviser and takes a leadership role in Aerius Ireland’s airline rollup strategy to build a regional African airline in pursuit of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM).

Dr Nwuba is the founder of Smile Air Limited, the former Managing Director of Associated Airlines, and the former Deputy Managing Director of Westair; Benin Republic's national carrier. His achievements are a testament to his dedication and expertise. He is a consultant to China’s leading aircraft manufacturer, AVIC, and has run airlines in Nigeria and West Africa. He has also advised airlines in Asia, the Persian Gulf, and the Middle East, including a position as Chief Financial Adviser to India’s Alhind Airlines. He has presented papers on developing the tourism industry sector at several national and international conferences, while also developing the tourism policy of several states in Nigeria and advising various states and countries on their tourism strategies.

Dr. Nwuba's impact in the aviation sector is significant. He has overseen the design and implementation of the Yenagoa airport project, provided consultation for the Osun State airport project, and continues to be a key consultant for Anambra State in the aviation sector. His advocacy for several MRO projects in the country, including his ownership and management of the Associated and Westair’s MROS, further demonstrates his commitment to the development of the aviation industry.

Dr. Nwuba's business acumen is evident in his ability to establish and manage businesses across multiple domains. His leadership roles in publicly listed and traded companies, combined with his extensive experience in the airline/aviation business, finance, insurance, fintech, communications, and technology industries, enable him to adopt a comprehensive approach to solving and delivering solutions in the aviation industry.

With a Doctor of Business (DBS) from the Swiss School of Business and several industry fellowships, Dr Nwuba’s expertise lies in the art of organisational startups and revitalisation. He is known for his exceptional ability to tackle seemingly insurmountable challenges in diverse industries.