Mark Clarkson

Mark Clarkson holds a key role as part of the Cairn Consulting team, serving as the Director of Aviation Strategy. With over two decades of experience in aviation consultancy, airports, and data analytics, Mark brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

Before joining Cairn Consulting, Mark was a consultant with MIDAS Aviation, focusing on projects in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa. His extensive consulting experience includes airport valuation and acquisition, air service development strategies, and deep aviation analytics. Prior to that he served as the EVP Commercial at OAG Aviation, where he drove the company's analytics transformation and forged industry partnerships. 

As a valued member of Cairn Consulting's leadership team, Mark reports directly to the CEO and leverages his strategic approach and global aviation sector leadership experience to foster client relationships and expand Cairn’s aviation advisory services across the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia, and beyond.