Michael Cooper

Michael Cooper is a Portfolio and Change Programme Director with a wealth of experience in leading operational teams and major programmes in complex aviation and railway operational settings.

He holds a BSc (Hons) in Air Transport Management, Economics, Management, and Transport from Loughborough University, and a Professional Certificate in Coaching from Henley Business School.

With a background that includes roles such as Portfolio Director at the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Head of Customer Relations & Service at Heathrow, and Senior Project Manager at Heathrow, Michael's expertise spans across various functions and industries.

He is known for his exceptional collaborative leadership skills, commercial acumen, and customer-centric approach, enabling successful integration of functions into Business As Usual practices.

Michael Cooper is a qualified coach adept at leading and mentoring both direct and matrix managed colleagues to achieve desired outcomes, along with coaching individuals to reach their full potential.

His professional journey has also seen him serve in roles such as Rugby Football Union National Panel Referee at RFU, Project Manager at Network Rail, and Project Development Manager at SNC-Lavalin.