Experienced Investment Director and senior executive with a wealth of industry experience in Financial Services, Asset Management and Alternative Investments combined with broad commercial and business development experience across multiple industries (Banking & Finance, Investment Management, IT, Telecommunications, Industrial).With a passion for commercialising new business ideas, is regarded by industry peers as a creative thinker and innovator with a natural ability to think outside the box and the drive to get things done. As a high-energy people orientated leader, has a strong track record in leading multi discipline teams and managing investments, marketing and brand driven initiatives.Consistently delivers successful results in diverse cultures, industries and market environments. Works collaboratively and energetically under pressure and thrives in a fast paced environment.Tough Mudder Finisher.Spartan Australia Finisher.Specialties:• Deep understanding and expertise in implementing partnerships, early stage, M&A and divestments, especially for asset management and founder operated businesses.• Proven track record in growing and managing business units and building a successful portfolio of businesses or brands.• Business development: demonstrated ability to conceptualise and commercialise new profit generating ideas and cost saving initiatives.• Effective networker with a strong network across the alternative investment and wealth management industry and a frequent speaker at industry conferences.• Excels at managing multiple stakeholder, Board and Shareholder relationships.• Alternative Management Expertise: Experienced in talent origination, manager selection, commercial & operational due diligence, marketing strategy development & implementation & portfolio construction.• Corporate and Fund Governance: experience in establishing & running governance structures.• Extensive board experience, member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors since 2006.