Experience

Concept Yachts

• United Kingdom
• Shipbuilding
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board Advisor

  • Nov 2023 - 2 months

  London, England, United Kingdom Established in 2003, Concept Yachts originated as a superyacht finishing and painting company, supplying specialist teams to shipyards all over the world whilst building up a credible reputation in the industry. 5 years later and with founding members of the Concept team being skilled composite boatbuilders and having worked on many high specification yacht builds globally, it was with industry demand that our composites division was born. With over a decade of supplying finishing and composite… Show more Established in 2003, Concept Yachts originated as a superyacht finishing and painting company, supplying specialist teams to shipyards all over the world whilst building up a credible reputation in the industry. 5 years later and with founding members of the Concept team being skilled composite boatbuilders and having worked on many high specification yacht builds globally, it was with industry demand that our composites division was born. With over a decade of supplying finishing and composite teams to leading shipyards and superyacht brands , Concept have continued to evolve and today we proudly supply contractor teams of many key marine trades. As a Board Advisor at Concept Yachts, my role primarily involves providing Strategic and Financial guidance in order to achieve an enhanced valuation in its next funding round. This includes advising on corporate governance, growth strategy, financial planning and analysis, and the organisation's target operating model as it scales globally. Show less



NightBlazr

• United Arab Emirates
• Entertainment

• Board Advisor

  • Oct 2023 - 3 months

  London Colney, England, United Kingdom At NightBlazr, our mission is to create a new global lighting standard for everyone who wants to be seen, feel safer and stay active in low light conditions. With NightBlazr you will be able to light up your world when you are cycling, scooting or running. As a non-executive director of NightBlazr, my role primarily involves providing independent and objective guidance to the organization's board and executive management. I offer valuable insights, oversight, and governance… Show more At NightBlazr, our mission is to create a new global lighting standard for everyone who wants to be seen, feel safer and stay active in low light conditions. With NightBlazr you will be able to light up your world when you are cycling, scooting or running. As a non-executive director of NightBlazr, my role primarily involves providing independent and objective guidance to the organization's board and executive management. I offer valuable insights, oversight, and governance, contributing to strategic decision-making, risk management, and overall corporate performance. My responsibilities include offering a fresh perspective, participating in board meetings, evaluating the company's financial and operational performance, and ensuring that the company operates in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. My role plays a crucial part in maintaining transparency, accountability, and sound corporate governance within the company, while also serving as a mentor and offering strategic input to help the company achieve its objectives. Show less



International Care Ministries

• Hong Kong
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Board Trustee

  • Sep 2023 - 4 months

  London, England, United Kingdom International Care Ministries works to transform the futures of the ultra-poor (people living on less than USD 0.50 per day). Since 1992, ICM has been providing help, inspiring hope, and creating change for families living in extreme poverty. Poverty is complex. It permeates every area of children’s lives – food, shelter, relationships, hygiene, education, emotions, financial stability. ICM’s holistic approach offers solutions that reach children in all of these areas. Hope is the Key:… Show more International Care Ministries works to transform the futures of the ultra-poor (people living on less than USD 0.50 per day). Since 1992, ICM has been providing help, inspiring hope, and creating change for families living in extreme poverty. Poverty is complex. It permeates every area of children’s lives – food, shelter, relationships, hygiene, education, emotions, financial stability. ICM’s holistic approach offers solutions that reach children in all of these areas. Hope is the Key: Through the Transform program, children have hope for a brighter future. Parents are equipped to provide financial stability, nutritional meals, a healthy home environment and an educational foundation. As a Trustee on the Board of ICM UK, my responsibilities include Fiduciary Duty, Strategic Planning, Financial Oversight, Governance and Risk Management. The Board works to maintain the Organizational Purpose of ICM and provide effective Leadership, ensuring that Decision Making and Controls are fully supported, while adhering to our Values and upholding recognized principles of Ethics and Integrity. As a result, Board Effectiveness, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are achieved while allowing for a spirit of Openness and Accountability, and facilitating relevant Fundraising endeavors. In this way, ICM makes the impact that it does, and looks forward to a day when no child has to live in ultra-poverty. International Care Ministries. Transforming the Futures of the Ultra-poor Show less



Connectd

• United States
• Advertising Services

• NED / Board Advisor

  • Aug 2023 - 5 months

  London, England, United Kingdom Connectd is the leading community network that connects entrepreneurs and startups with investors and NEDs to secure growth opportunities. For investors and NEDs this means receiving relevant and strategic opportunities, and for startups this means being partnered with the best people that will help you to achieve your growth aspirations.



JP Raubenheimer Private Portfolio

• Private Investor

  • Jun 2022 - 1 year 7 months

  London, England, United Kingdom I trade and invest my own personal Long/Short portfolio. Analysis and responsibilities include: • Statistical Distribution of Asset Price Returns • OHLC Volatility calculations and Implied Volatility assessments • Top-Down Analysis of Money Market Indicators and Liquidity Measures. • Top-Down Macroeconomic Leading Indicator Analysis for Portfolio direction and composition • Top-Down Macroeconomic Asset Selection Process • Top-Down and Bottom-Up systematic appraisal… Show more I trade and invest my own personal Long/Short portfolio. Analysis and responsibilities include: • Statistical Distribution of Asset Price Returns • OHLC Volatility calculations and Implied Volatility assessments • Top-Down Analysis of Money Market Indicators and Liquidity Measures. • Top-Down Macroeconomic Leading Indicator Analysis for Portfolio direction and composition • Top-Down Macroeconomic Asset Selection Process • Top-Down and Bottom-Up systematic appraisal for Sector and Stock selection • Industry Sector analysis, Quantitative and Qualitative Stock analysis (Fundamentals), Technical Analysis & Price Action Indicators (Timing) • Portfolio Modelling, Portfolio Volatility, Portfolio Beta • Identifying tangible Trade Idea catalysts • Preventative Risk Management • Reactive Risk Management Show less



Zak Health Limited

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board Advisor

  • Sep 2023 - Oct 2023

  London, England, United Kingdom Leveraging technology to provide affordable, world-class medical care across Africa, Zak Health has achieved considerable support from African leaders across politics and business. As a new startup, I provided guidance and advice to the Board in relation to corporate governance, financial planning and general strategy.



CITIC Securities International

• Hong Kong
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Director: Strategic Planning & Corporate Development

  • Oct 2020 - Nov 2021

  Hong Kong SAR CITIC Securities is a Chinese full-service investment bank. It offers services in underwriting, research, brokerage, asset management, wealth management, and investment advisory. Responsible for New Product Approvals and Firm-Wide Strategic Projects. • Reporting to Executive Management • Advised Executive Management and led Strategic Projects • Developed New Products and Businesses • Inspired and influenced Business Stakeholders to deliver on organisational… Show more CITIC Securities is a Chinese full-service investment bank. It offers services in underwriting, research, brokerage, asset management, wealth management, and investment advisory. Responsible for New Product Approvals and Firm-Wide Strategic Projects. • Reporting to Executive Management • Advised Executive Management and led Strategic Projects • Developed New Products and Businesses • Inspired and influenced Business Stakeholders to deliver on organisational objectives Projects covered: 1. Industry changes to Alternative Reference Rates (IBOR), 2. Regulatory changes to Target Operating Models (Hong Kong SFC Type 11, Singapore MAS Reporting, BCBS/IOSCO), and 3. New Product Projects. Show less



CLSA

• Hong Kong
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Finance Manager, Finance Transformation

  • Mar 2017 - Oct 2020

  Hong Kong CLSA is a capital markets and investment group focused on alternative investment, asset management, corporate finance and capital markets, securities and wealth management for corporate and institutional clients. Complete ownership of Project Management within the Finance function. • Reporting to global CFO • Led global Finance Transformation Program with changes to People, Process and Technology • Team Leadership & Development Projects covered: 1. Cost… Show more CLSA is a capital markets and investment group focused on alternative investment, asset management, corporate finance and capital markets, securities and wealth management for corporate and institutional clients. Complete ownership of Project Management within the Finance function. • Reporting to global CFO • Led global Finance Transformation Program with changes to People, Process and Technology • Team Leadership & Development Projects covered: 1. Cost Allocation, 2. Budgeting & Planning, 3. Reconciliations, 4. Legal Entity Rationalization and 5. Regulatory Change

• Finance Manager, Product Control & Treasury Projects

  • Jun 2014 - Feb 2017

  Hong Kong Had dual responsibility for Product Control function and Treasury Projects. • Reporting directly to CFO and indirectly to Global Head of Treasury • Team Leadership & Development • Established new Product Control Function, including overall Governance Framework, P&L reporting, Controls and Independent Price Verification (IPV). • Led Treasury Projects that included: 1. Establishing funding requirements by implementing a global cash flow forecast process, 2… Show more Had dual responsibility for Product Control function and Treasury Projects. • Reporting directly to CFO and indirectly to Global Head of Treasury • Team Leadership & Development • Established new Product Control Function, including overall Governance Framework, P&L reporting, Controls and Independent Price Verification (IPV). • Led Treasury Projects that included: 1. Establishing funding requirements by implementing a global cash flow forecast process, 2. Implementation of a new funding model using a cash pooling approach, and 3. Minimizing overall funding costs by designing and implementing an appropriate funding cost model



Barclays Investment Bank

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Analyst, Financial Control

  • Jan 2012 - May 2014

  Hong Kong Barclays Investment Bank (formerly Barclays Capital) is the investment banking arm of Barclays, a British multinational universal bank, headquartered in London, England. It provides capital markets, advisory, financing and risk management services to large companies, institutions, high net worth individuals and government clients. Legal entity controller with responsibility for various Asia based legal entities. • Reporting to regional CFO • Covered multiple legal entities… Show more Barclays Investment Bank (formerly Barclays Capital) is the investment banking arm of Barclays, a British multinational universal bank, headquartered in London, England. It provides capital markets, advisory, financing and risk management services to large companies, institutions, high net worth individuals and government clients. Legal entity controller with responsibility for various Asia based legal entities. • Reporting to regional CFO • Covered multiple legal entities and representative offices across Hong Kong, Manila, and Shanghai. • Responsibilities included Financial Reporting, Month-End Accounting, Budgeting & Forecasting, Regulatory Compliance and Financial Controls.

• Analyst, Product Control

  • Jul 2010 - Dec 2011

  Hong Kong Product Controller with responsibility for specific business P&L monitoring. • Reporting to Regional Head of Product Control. • Covered the Futures and Cash Equity sections of the Prime Services. • Responsibilities included Profit & Loss Reporting, Valuation, Controls and Regulatory Compliance.



Watermark Auditors Incorporated

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Audit Supervisor, External Audit

  • Sep 2005 - Jun 2010

  Johannesburg Area, South Africa Watermark Auditors Inc. is a medium-sized, independent audit firm based in Johannesburg. As statutory auditors and independent reviewers, they provide a full range of professional services relating to auditing and accounting services. Supervised audits and responsible for final audit files and working papers. • Reporting to the Audit Partner in Charge. • Managed a portfolio of client accounts. • Managed multiple audit teams in parallel while conducting audits. •… Show more Watermark Auditors Inc. is a medium-sized, independent audit firm based in Johannesburg. As statutory auditors and independent reviewers, they provide a full range of professional services relating to auditing and accounting services. Supervised audits and responsible for final audit files and working papers. • Reporting to the Audit Partner in Charge. • Managed a portfolio of client accounts. • Managed multiple audit teams in parallel while conducting audits. • Responsibilities included Audit Planning, Testing, Evaluation and Reporting. Show less



UNISA

• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Financial Accounting Tutor

  • 2007 - 2008

  Johannesburg Area, South Africa Prepared and presented lectures to 1st and 2nd year Financial Accounting students on a weekly basis.



Cabus Limited

• United Kingdom
• Restaurants

• Subcontractor

  • Mar 2004 - Aug 2005

  London, United Kingdom Provision of accounting support services to various companies across various sectors. Duties included reconciliations, analysis, report preparation, bookkeeping.