I have an ability to take a broad, strategic view of a business while understanding the detail, gained from financing the purchase of several companies in Eastern Europe, Turkey, the Middle East and China.My skills in designing and implementing strategy were developed at London Business School and honed in various start-ups, including a start-up bank. My credibility, mental agility and ability to persuade are evidenced by my role as an Expert Witness in the High Court. I have acted as a Board-level advisor. I have extensive knowledge of financial products, from derivatives to Islamic finance to loans and bonds. I have a history of innovation as an expert in Structured Finance who has completed several "first of their kind" transactions.