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Lisbon, Portugal

FINVX.IO is an AI-driven fintech company specializing in innovative financial solutions. As Director, I led the European and Southern African market entry, securing regulatory approvals in Luxembourg and South Africa. I also led a successful angel investment round, ensuring critical funding for growth.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Nawah Energy Company is the primary operator of nuclear energy in the UAE.Here, I led strategic performance improvement initiatives for four new nuclear units, focusing on operational excellence and efficiency. Key accomplishments include:• Developed and implemented advanced performance reporting systems to drive strategic decision-making.• Led comprehensive root cause analyses, proactively addressing critical issues to prevent recurrence.• Achieved significant performance improvements, with Unit 1 ranking in the global top 10% during its second fuel cycle.• Consistently enhanced performance across all units, monitored through industry-standard KPIs.

United Arab Emirates

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Nedbank is one of the largest financial services groups in Africa, offering a wide range of banking solutions. As the Head of Funding, I coordinated initiatives to raise liabilities across various financial products, significantly growing the Commercial books in Retail, Private, SME, and Business Banking divisions.Key accomplishments:• Achieved Top Performer recognition in the first year for exceptional contributions to financial growth and strategic initiatives.• Developed and exceeded a 3-year financial plan focusing on balance sheet management, margin enhancement, and Net Interest Income (NII) targets.• Authored comprehensive business cases and built robust financial models for innovative investment product development.• Launched and marketed multiple successful products, driving substantial market engagement and revenue growth.

Selection panel member, coach, and mentor to high-impact entrepreneurs.

Served in multiple capacities over 10 years at MOCSA, a club for owners, enthusiasts, and restorers of classic Mini Coopers. You can view my car collection at www.ckdmini.com.

Chambdor Brewery

SABMiller is a leading global brewer, delivering a diverse range of high-quality beers across various markets.In this role, I oversaw the operations of the most complex packaging line at SABMiller. Key accomplishments include:• Led and promoted continuous improvement initiatives through problem-solving and implementation of corrective actions to close operational gaps.• Completed Six Sigma training, supporting teams in the analysis and identification of cost-saving opportunities within the Brewing and Packaging halls.• Conducted thorough performance analyses of brewery operations against set targets, driving improvements and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

The Hague Area, Netherlands

As Senior Analyst, I played a pivotal role in optimizing project outcomes across the Oil & Gas, Energy, and Pharmaceutical sectors by leveraging data-driven benchmarking techniques.Key role highlights include:• Performed Project Benchmarking Analysis in the Oil & Gas, Energy, and Pharmaceutical industries, improving cost, schedule, safety performance, and start-up time across multiple projects ranging from $50M to $2B.• Provided consulting services to companies, offering actionable insights to enhance project performance and efficiency.• Conducted extensive project system benchmarking studies and analyses across Europe, the UK, the Middle East, and Asia, focusing on the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and energy utility industries.

Le Havre Area, France

PETROVAL Petroleum Services is a leading provider of specialized consulting solutions in the Oil and Gas industry, with a focus on refining and petrochemical sectors across the EMEA region.As a Consultant, I delivered high-impact services that transformed operational performance and production quality in complex industrial environments.Key accomplishments include:• Delivered specialized consulting services in the Oil and Gas industry across the EMEA region.• Successfully implemented advanced products and cutting-edge solutions in the refining and petrochemical sectors, enhancing operational efficiency and production quality.• Conducted in-depth analysis and provided expert recommendations to optimize refining processes, resulting in significant cost savings and improved output.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

Caltex is a major energy company under Chevron, playing a pivotal role in the refining and distribution of petroleum products.Here, I led critical process engineering efforts across multiple refining units, including Crude, Vacuum, Visbreaker, Platformer, Naphtha, Diesel Hydrotreaters, Fluid Catalytic Cracking, Catalytic Polymerization, and Isomerization units, with a focus on optimizing refinery end-product output.Key role highlights include:• Implemented improvements to optimize production for all refinery end products.• Re-commissioned a mothballed crude and vacuum unit with a leading-edge low-pressure drop column design, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.• Improved efficiency and productivity as a key member of the Operations leadership team, driving continuous improvement initiatives.• Conceptualized and implemented an operations strategy that increased throughput on a newly commissioned unit by 40%, showcasing strategic foresight and execution capabilities.

Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Diploma, Global Executive Development Program

Bsc, Chemical Engineering