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Co-Founder and CAO of Axial Partners Limited from 2016, transitioned to a broader role in Strategy & Corporate Development / Group General Counsel for the entire Prive Technologies Group after it acquired Axial Partners in July 2021

Hong Kong

Ax-S international is a financial services and corporate governance consultancy. Originally founded in 2004, the firm's key focus was initially on providing strategic advice and implementation design and oversight of key strategic initiatives for a FTSE 100 company. From 2016, the focus shifted to Asia-Pacific markets, where the company assisted MNC's to respond and adapt to what are often rapidly changing regulations and corporate governance best practices. It also advised… Show more Ax-S international is a financial services and corporate governance consultancy. Originally founded in 2004, the firm's key focus was initially on providing strategic advice and implementation design and oversight of key strategic initiatives for a FTSE 100 company. From 2016, the focus shifted to Asia-Pacific markets, where the company assisted MNC's to respond and adapt to what are often rapidly changing regulations and corporate governance best practices. It also advised and assisted new entrants to the region, both large and small, to navigate the Asian regulatory and business environment, and establish a market presence and corporate structure suited to its objectives and requirements. As CEO, I was responsible for all day-to-day running of the business and delivering client objectives. Show less

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The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, commonly referred to as BNY Mellon, is an American worldwide banking and financial services corporation formed on July 1, 2007 as a result of the merger of The Bank of New York and Mellon Financial Corporation. It is one of the oldest banking corporations in the United States, and the 20th oldest bank in the world, having been established on June 9, 1784 by American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.As of 2016 BNY Mellon is the world's largest… Show more The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, commonly referred to as BNY Mellon, is an American worldwide banking and financial services corporation formed on July 1, 2007 as a result of the merger of The Bank of New York and Mellon Financial Corporation. It is one of the oldest banking corporations in the United States, and the 20th oldest bank in the world, having been established on June 9, 1784 by American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.As of 2016 BNY Mellon is the world's largest deposit bank, and has over USD6 trillion in assets under management, and USD28.9 trillion of assets under its custody and administration.As Managing Director, CAO, Head of Strategy & Corporate Development, I reported directly to the regional CEO, and held regional responsibility for two key areas. In my strategy role, I was responsible for designing and delivering the firm’s strategy and growth plans in the region, which was the largest initiative and investment for BNY Mellon as a group globally. In my role as CAO, I oversaw governance, internal policy and reporting across the business, as well as sponsoring a number of key infrastructure and development projects. Show less

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As Regional Head of Business Management, I was responsible for Corporate Governance. Additionally, I led a small team of specialists and was the Lead Co-Ordinator in Asia responsible for and overseeing all of the necessary due-diligence preparation for ING's proposed EurAsia IPO.Although, the IPO did not proceed, the company successfully sold off all of its Asian investment management businesses.

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

The ING Group (Dutch: ING Groep) is a Dutch multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Amsterdam. Its primary businesses are retail banking, direct banking, commercial banking, investment banking, asset management, and insurance services. ING is an abbreviation for Internationale Nederlanden Groep (English: International Netherlands Group).According to the "Fortune Global 500" in 2012, ING was the world's largest banking/financial services and insurance… Show more The ING Group (Dutch: ING Groep) is a Dutch multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Amsterdam. Its primary businesses are retail banking, direct banking, commercial banking, investment banking, asset management, and insurance services. ING is an abbreviation for Internationale Nederlanden Groep (English: International Netherlands Group).According to the "Fortune Global 500" in 2012, ING was the world's largest banking/financial services and insurance conglomerate by revenue with gross receipts exceeding USD150 billion per annum; overall, it was the 18th largest corporation by revenue. As Regional Head of Product Development and Management, I led a team of ten located in Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia and India. I was responsible for upgrading the product development and management process and integrating the product development effort across the region. My success in this role to me being promoted to Regional Head of Business Management. Show less

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Alliance Trust PLC is a publicly traded investment and financial services company, headquartered in Dundee, Scotland. Established in 1888, the firm operates the largest investment trust in the UK. Alliance Trust is the sixth largest public company based in Scotland. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.As Principal Consultant, I was responsible for supporting the CEO in undertaking a full strategic review of the businesses carried on by… Show more Alliance Trust PLC is a publicly traded investment and financial services company, headquartered in Dundee, Scotland. Established in 1888, the firm operates the largest investment trust in the UK. Alliance Trust is the sixth largest public company based in Scotland. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.As Principal Consultant, I was responsible for supporting the CEO in undertaking a full strategic review of the businesses carried on by The Alliance Trust PLC and its affiliates and subsidiaries, and presenting a 5 year strategic plan to the Board which was fully approved. Following that approval, I led the implementation of a number of the approved strategic initiatives, including: - the establishment and licensing of 2 investment management subsidiaries - one in Hong Kong and one in the UK- the establishment and launch of new UCITS funds managed by these subsidiaries- the design and launch of a fund supermarket in the UK Show less

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

Citigroup Inc. or Citi is an American multinational investment banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Citigroup was formed from one of the world's largest mergers in history by combining the banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in October 1998. As of January 2015, it was the third largest bank holding company in the US by assets. in 2008, Citigroup was the largest company and bank in the world as measured by total… Show more Citigroup Inc. or Citi is an American multinational investment banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Citigroup was formed from one of the world's largest mergers in history by combining the banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in October 1998. As of January 2015, it was the third largest bank holding company in the US by assets. in 2008, Citigroup was the largest company and bank in the world as measured by total assets, with 357,000 employees. In 2007, Citigroup had the world's largest financial services network, spanning 140 countries with approximately 16,000 offices worldwide. It held over 200 million customer accounts in more than 140 countries.As Director, Regional Head of Legal, Asia-Pacific I led a team of five lawyers located in multiple geographic locations in the region. I had a functional reporting line to the Global Head of Legal & Compliance – Citigroup Asset Management, located in New York. Additionally I had business reporting lines to our regional business Managing Directors for each of the retail and institutional businesses. During my time in this role I oversaw the management of all legal matters across the the region as well as supporting key business development initiatives. These consisted of several first-in-market successes including the regulatory approval of offshore fund reorganisations in Taiwan and the launch of a guaranteed fund in Korea which raised over USD150m. I also led a the Asian portion of a major fund consolidation project which covered over 300 funds. Show less

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

Franklin Resources Inc. is an American holding company that, together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as Franklin Templeton Investments; it is a global investment firm. It is listed on the NYSE under the ticker BEN, in honor of Benjamin Franklin, for whom the company is named after. Today, Franklin Templeton Investments is one of the world's largest asset management groups with over USD850 billion in assets under management (AUM) on behalf of over 25 million private, professional… Show more Franklin Resources Inc. is an American holding company that, together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as Franklin Templeton Investments; it is a global investment firm. It is listed on the NYSE under the ticker BEN, in honor of Benjamin Franklin, for whom the company is named after. Today, Franklin Templeton Investments is one of the world's largest asset management groups with over USD850 billion in assets under management (AUM) on behalf of over 25 million private, professional and institutional investors, as at September 30, 2014, up USD29.7 billion or 4% during the 4th quarter (FY 2013).As Corporate Development and Legal & Compliance Director, I reported directly to the regional CEO, and led a small team located across the region. I was responsible for all matters relating to the company's Corporate Development and Legal & Compliance including a joint venture business in South Korea. Show less

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

Nava Securities was a Thai Securities Company which had purchased Standard Chartered Banks' securities business in Asia. The company had offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Philippines, UK and the US. in 1997, a decision was made to sell the Asian business. I had a direct reporting line to the CEO and was responsible for all legal, compliance and commercial aspects of the operation of the regional business, playing a key role in the negotiation of the… Show more Nava Securities was a Thai Securities Company which had purchased Standard Chartered Banks' securities business in Asia. The company had offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Philippines, UK and the US. in 1997, a decision was made to sell the Asian business. I had a direct reporting line to the CEO and was responsible for all legal, compliance and commercial aspects of the operation of the regional business, playing a key role in the negotiation of the sale of portions of the business to Prudential Securities. Additionally, I led the disposal of all other business assets. Show less

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

CLSA (Credit Lyonnais Securities Asia) is one of Asia's leading equity brokers and investment groups focused on institutional broking, investment banking and asset management to corporate and institutional clients around the world.Founded in 1986, the company has its headquarters in Hong Kong and offices or representatives in 15 cities across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as Amsterdam, Boston, Chicago, New York, London and San Francisco. The parent company is CITIC Securities… Show more CLSA (Credit Lyonnais Securities Asia) is one of Asia's leading equity brokers and investment groups focused on institutional broking, investment banking and asset management to corporate and institutional clients around the world.Founded in 1986, the company has its headquarters in Hong Kong and offices or representatives in 15 cities across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as Amsterdam, Boston, Chicago, New York, London and San Francisco. The parent company is CITIC Securities, China's largest brokerage.Unlike most of its competitors, CLSA is a research-driven agency broker. It is known for its annual investor forums, and reports and analysis that ‘tells the story’ As Assistant General Manager, Corporate & Legal, I was responsible for all legal and compliance issues for the group across the region. During my time in this role, I successfully implemented business expansions in Korea, Taiwan, India, Philippines, Australia, Switzerland, including new and upgraded licensing and acquisition of stock exchange seats. I also negotiated and implemented new strategic alliances in Thailand, India and the Philippines, and advised on strategic alliances and joint ventures in Indonesia and China. Show less

Hong Kong (Regional Office)

Adelaide, Australia

International Company Directors Course, International Corporate Governance, Graduate

Graduate Diploma Of Legal Practice, Legal Practice

Bachelor’S Degree, Law, First Class Honours