With 70+ years of combined experience, William Swelbar and Albert Zhong bring unparalleled expertise in analyzing the U.S. and global commercial aviation industry. Today’s airline landscape demands a comprehensive approach—measuring not only direct effects but also the upstream, downstream, and unintended impacts across a complex network of interdependent stakeholders.
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"I have trusted Bill Swelbar and Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy to provide beyond-the-horizon insights and advice on how to best navigate the complex global aviation industry challenges and opportunities facing the commercial service airports that I have served in the CEO capacity and as a trade association leader on airport issues in Washington DC. Bill Swelbar and Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy provide multi-dimensional strategies that are critical when managing large capital investments and pursuing air service objectives. Bill has become an important thought leader that can engage an audience of 500 or a small group of critical stakeholders. I highly recommend Bill Swelbar and Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy if you want leading edge advice."
— Larry Krauter // AAE, ACIP // CEO Cincinnati Airport Authority
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