Glen Creighton has over 30 years of experience in senior management roles across industries including logistics, trade finance, and commodities. He is currently the General Manager of GKE Metal Logistics, responsible for overall management, business development, and risk management. Prior to this role, he held positions at CIMB Bank and CWT Commodities, where he specialized in structured trade and commodity finance, business development, and risk evaluation.
Joseph Codianni is a commercial real estate agent with extensive experience in Queensland. He owns Real Commercial Queensland and specializes in commercial, industrial, retail, and development sites. Codianni has won numerous awards from Harcourts Australia for his sales performance and was previously the owner of the Harcourts Commercial Gold Coast franchise. He is passionate about real estate and achieving excellent results for his clients.
Ayhan Abiad is a Turkish national with over 20 years of experience in ports, shipping, logistics, banking, and international trade. He is fluent in 5 languages and has lived in Turkey, the Gulf countries, the US, and France. He has held roles such as Regional Manager for a logistics company, Sales and Marketing Manager for a major port, ship broker, and positions in banking and luxury goods. Abiad has a bachelor's degree in business management and certificates in advanced management and leadership.
This brochure provides information on our specialist executive search offering for the consumer sector. It highlights the unique benefits we can offer using our 'no silos' approach.
This document provides information about a public relations, advertising, and events management company based in Bahrain since 1989. It lists the services offered, including full media campaigns, events management, digital printing, branding, gift items, public relations, TV and radio ads, billboards and banners, exhibition stands, branding and identity, and custom packaging and prints. It also lists some memberships and awards. The last section provides information about a Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II vehicle launch event hosted by Euro Motors.
Syed Gaddafi Syed Saifuddin is seeking a new position and has provided his resume. He has experience as a money markets broker at Amanah Butler Sdn Bhd and previously worked as a senior fixed income broker at KAF Astley & Pearce Sdn Bhd. He also has experience in sales and marketing from his time at NAZA Tutti Fruitti Sdn Bhd and as a flight attendant for Malaysian Airlines System Berhad. He has a Bachelor's in Business Administration from University Utara Malaysia and a Diploma in Investment Management from Management and Science University.
Vincent Bailey is a senior marketing executive with over 25 years of experience in institutional asset management. He has held leadership positions in sales, client service, product development, and marketing management at firms including TrustCompanyoftheWest, BankofNewYorkAssetManagement, and Credit Suisse Asset Management. He has expertise in all asset classes including equities, fixed income, alternatives, and structured products.
Olympic Wealth Management Group was founded in 2010 in Barbados to manage the Olympic Wealth Fund, which is regulated in the Cayman Islands. The directors have over 40 years of combined experience in financial services internationally. They follow a focus investing strategy developed by Benjamin Graham and used by Warren Buffett, preferring to concentrate investments in high-quality companies. The company aims to provide transparent and ethical investment management as well as a high level of customer service, with the goal of building its brand and funds over the long term.
Featured interview - Paal Hansem, Founder and CEO at Fresh Fitness ASNigel Wright Group
Fresh Fitness is a Norwegian gym franchise and national
success story, boasting 27 centres and over 77,000 members.
We caught up with CEO Paal Hansem, who explains how
his ten year career in the grocery industry has helped him
successfully grow the business to become Norway's leading
chain of discount gyms and why he believes Fresh Fitness's
'low cost high quality' proposition has the potential to make
the company the biggest fitness franchise in Scandinavia.
Joseph Codianni is a commercial real estate agent with extensive experience in Queensland. He owns Real Commercial Queensland and specializes in commercial, industrial, retail, and development sites. Codianni has won numerous awards from Harcourts Australia for his sales performance and was previously the owner of the Harcourts Commercial Gold Coast franchise. He is passionate about real estate and achieving excellent results for his clients.
Ayhan Abiad is a Turkish national with over 20 years of experience in ports, shipping, logistics, banking, and international trade. He is fluent in 5 languages and has lived in Turkey, the Gulf countries, the US, and France. He has held roles such as Regional Manager for a logistics company, Sales and Marketing Manager for a major port, ship broker, and positions in banking and luxury goods. Abiad has a bachelor's degree in business management and certificates in advanced management and leadership.
This brochure provides information on our specialist executive search offering for the consumer sector. It highlights the unique benefits we can offer using our 'no silos' approach.
This document provides information about a public relations, advertising, and events management company based in Bahrain since 1989. It lists the services offered, including full media campaigns, events management, digital printing, branding, gift items, public relations, TV and radio ads, billboards and banners, exhibition stands, branding and identity, and custom packaging and prints. It also lists some memberships and awards. The last section provides information about a Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II vehicle launch event hosted by Euro Motors.
Syed Gaddafi Syed Saifuddin is seeking a new position and has provided his resume. He has experience as a money markets broker at Amanah Butler Sdn Bhd and previously worked as a senior fixed income broker at KAF Astley & Pearce Sdn Bhd. He also has experience in sales and marketing from his time at NAZA Tutti Fruitti Sdn Bhd and as a flight attendant for Malaysian Airlines System Berhad. He has a Bachelor's in Business Administration from University Utara Malaysia and a Diploma in Investment Management from Management and Science University.
Vincent Bailey is a senior marketing executive with over 25 years of experience in institutional asset management. He has held leadership positions in sales, client service, product development, and marketing management at firms including TrustCompanyoftheWest, BankofNewYorkAssetManagement, and Credit Suisse Asset Management. He has expertise in all asset classes including equities, fixed income, alternatives, and structured products.
Olympic Wealth Management Group was founded in 2010 in Barbados to manage the Olympic Wealth Fund, which is regulated in the Cayman Islands. The directors have over 40 years of combined experience in financial services internationally. They follow a focus investing strategy developed by Benjamin Graham and used by Warren Buffett, preferring to concentrate investments in high-quality companies. The company aims to provide transparent and ethical investment management as well as a high level of customer service, with the goal of building its brand and funds over the long term.
Featured interview - Paal Hansem, Founder and CEO at Fresh Fitness ASNigel Wright Group
Fresh Fitness is a Norwegian gym franchise and national
success story, boasting 27 centres and over 77,000 members.
We caught up with CEO Paal Hansem, who explains how
his ten year career in the grocery industry has helped him
successfully grow the business to become Norway's leading
chain of discount gyms and why he believes Fresh Fitness's
'low cost high quality' proposition has the potential to make
the company the biggest fitness franchise in Scandinavia.
Golden Trade International is a consulting firm that connects investors with potential markets in industries and projects across Africa, the Middle East, and South America. They analyze projects for humanitarian/infrastructure to determine potential success and funding. They also match buyers and sellers of oil, gas, precious stones, and minerals. Currently, they are analyzing large housing, education, transportation and energy projects in Western Africa and the Middle East costing billions, to ensure environmental protection and a win-win partnership between corporations and governments. They are also working with an individual billionaire selling $50 million in gems, and seeking a private jet buyer for a $10 million aircraft.
Assured Hotels is a UK-based hotel management company founded in 2008 to offer independent hotels and groups knowledge and support to achieve commercial success. They currently operate and consult with approximately 20 hotels across the UK, ranging from 16 to 250 bedrooms. Recent additions to their portfolio include managing the Cedar Court group of 4 hotels with over 500 rooms in Yorkshire, as well as hotels in the northeast, southwest, and northwest of England. In addition to management contracts, Assured Hotels is working on joint venture acquisitions of hotel assets, such as a 60-bed hotel undergoing redevelopment in the East Midlands.
The candidate has a long track record of building high performance teams and lead from the front in the successful execution of plans to deliver results and targets on time and in full.
T.J.E Freight Solutions is a South African logistics company that provides integrated supply chain services including commodity trading, warehousing, freight handling, clearing and forwarding, and transport brokerage. The company was founded in 1994 and is directed by Vinothan George Sumar and Arritha Devi Sumar. T.J.E Freight Solutions aims to be a strategic partner for clients and expand its operations across South Africa and neighboring countries over the long term.
Luqman Khan has over 25 years of experience in finance roles. He is currently the Manager of Finance and Systems at Expressive Safety & Security Solutions in Dubai, where he established financial systems and controls and helped the company achieve an 'A' rating from clients. Previously, he held finance leadership roles at INZ Technological Services and several other companies in Pakistan and Dubai, where he oversaw accounting, auditing, cash management and other financial operations. He has a Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management from EdExcel London and an MBA in Finance.
Beiersdorf AG, the German consumer products manufacturer,
reported its strongest annual sales revenues since 2008
last year. Its portfolio of brands including Nivea, Tesa and
Elastoplast are highly profi table in Europe and North America
but less so in emerging markets.
Dr. László Kanyó is an experienced senior manager and HR consultant with over 30 years of experience in HR leadership roles across various industries. He specializes in organizational development and transforming companies through relevant HR strategies and tools. He has held HR director roles at banks and other organizations in Hungary and the region. Currently he works as an independent consultant, delivering training in areas such as organizational development, HR, and organizational audits.
In this issue, we catch up with senior executives from some of the sector’s most dynamic brands to find out how companies are leveraging opportunities to grow, amidst what is an increasingly complex and challenging trading environment.
Here are some of the key themes and consumer brands that are featured in this edition:
Entrepreneurial careers - Ex Just Eat VP, Rasmus Wolff
Viral win for Petit Bateau - Clever campaign secures new talent
Buoyant Beam Suntory - Great times ahead for US-Japan
alliance
Brewing growth at Taylors of Harrogate - Yorkshire Tea set for global growth
The future of food - KMC reveal diversity of potato starch
Harman consumer lifestyle lift - Audio brand invests in change
Digital transform-action - HR and Digital unite for great
results at Pernod Ricard Spain
eos slips into the Nordics - New division for maker of
spherical lip balms
Hamidul Huq has over 16 years of experience in international business development, strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management. He holds an MBA in international business and marketing management. Currently, he is the Managing Director of TOTAL LINK Corporation, where he oversees global sourcing, procurement, logistics management, and supply chain operations. Previously, he held international business and sourcing roles at several large Bangladeshi companies.
Ideology Consulting offers a range of services to support independent estate agents, including business sales and brokering, rebranding and refurbishment, mentoring and support, financial management, mergers and acquisitions, retirement planning, and recruitment, compliance and training. Their consultants have expertise in different areas and are ready to help businesses reach their full potential. The document provides further details on their services for rebranding businesses, selling agencies, training and recruitment, mentoring and support, and focusing on future planning.
Winter 2013 edition of Faststream’s maritime magazine STREAMLINE “THE CONFIDENCE ISSUE”. In this edition we ask whether economic recovery is being translated into improved global maritime employment levels.
Rafael JeffryAnwar Sani is an experienced senior management professional seeking a new opportunity. He has over 25 years of experience in various industries including hospitality, FMCG, financial services, manufacturing, media, and consulting. His areas of expertise include business development, marketing, branding, communications, and overall management. He holds degrees from universities in the Netherlands and has worked in leadership roles for companies such as XL Axiata, AntaVaya Group, Smailing Group, and Fashion TV Indonesia.
Oliver James Associates is a specialist recruitment firm focused on placing talent in financial services roles across Asia Pacific and Europe. They develop long-term relationships with clients and candidates using a unique search methodology involving extensive market mapping. The firm provides executive search, contingent search, interim solutions, and other bespoke recruitment services to private practices, in-house legal teams, banks, asset managers, and other financial institutions.
Austin Chidi-Nwagu has over 15 years of experience in investment banking, risk management, and petroleum products marketing. He has worked for major banks like United Bank for Africa, Societe Generale Bank, Intercontinental Bank, and also for oil companies like Capital Oil, Fincon Petroleum, and currently Ascon Oil. He holds an MBA and has extensive experience managing risk assets portfolios, developing business relationships, and leading sales and marketing teams. He is seeking new opportunities to utilize his diverse skillset in business development, risk management, and consultancy.
Sello Manyapye has over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, business development, and operations management. He has a proven track record of growing revenue, expanding market share, and building client relationships. He is skilled in strategic planning, new business development, budget management, and key account management. His areas of expertise also include training, community relations, and risk analysis.
Martin Henry has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in mortgage lending and lenders mortgage insurance. He has held senior executive roles such as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Underwriting Officer, where he established operational platforms, credit strategies, and mentored large teams. Martin has extensive expertise in credit assessment, risk management, and relationship management. He currently works as the Chief Underwriting Officer for BT Financial Group, setting credit policy and parameters for the mortgage lending divisions of Westpac.
This document is a resume for Yacov Levi that outlines his extensive professional experience in finance and management. Over the past 15 years, Levi has held leadership roles establishing companies, acquiring companies, and leading international projects in real estate, renewable energy, and agriculture. He has experience raising capital, developing financial models, and taking companies public. Previous roles include treasurer for a large holding company, finance manager for a communications company, and senior financing economist for a mobile network operator. Levi has a bachelor's degree in business management and speaks Hebrew and English.
Bhushan Parab has over 15 years of experience in banking and financial services in the UK and India. He currently works as a Regional Onboarding Case Manager at HSBC in London, where he is responsible for end-to-end client onboarding and Know Your Customer procedures for large corporate clients. Prior to this role, he held various positions in client relationship management, sales management, and business development at organizations such as HSBC, Virgin Media, British Sky Broadcasting, Reliance Life Insurance, Standard Chartered Bank, and HSBC.
This document contains the resume of K.S. George, who has over 20 years of experience in shipping and logistics. He is currently the General Manager of Port Agency at J.M. Baxi Group, where he oversees day-to-day operations and represents several shipping lines and NVOCCs. Prior to this role, he held managerial positions in freight forwarding, port agency, and shipping line representation. He has expertise in areas such as management, shipping operations, business development, and customer service.
M&T is a business advisory firm focused on generating growth for its clients. It identifies opportunities for clients to capture revenue growth through a diagnostic evaluation called a Growth Probe. M&T then works with clients on an advisory basis to develop a growth strategy and roadmap, or through a managed service partnership to implement the multi-year plan. M&T charges either fixed fees for the Growth Probe or takes a majority of its fees based on incremental revenue from performance-related advisory or managed service work. Client testimonials praise M&T's paid-on-performance model and ability to quickly understand their businesses and identify growth opportunities.
Ac&c provides a wide range of advisory, tax, legal, and outsourcing services through experienced teams. Their services include corporate finance, tax consulting, internal audit, and human resources outsourcing. The company aims to help clients achieve their goals and support sustainable development in Vietnam through innovative solutions and deep understanding of clients' operations and industries.
Golden Trade International is a consulting firm that connects investors with potential markets in industries and projects across Africa, the Middle East, and South America. They analyze projects for humanitarian/infrastructure to determine potential success and funding. They also match buyers and sellers of oil, gas, precious stones, and minerals. Currently, they are analyzing large housing, education, transportation and energy projects in Western Africa and the Middle East costing billions, to ensure environmental protection and a win-win partnership between corporations and governments. They are also working with an individual billionaire selling $50 million in gems, and seeking a private jet buyer for a $10 million aircraft.
Assured Hotels is a UK-based hotel management company founded in 2008 to offer independent hotels and groups knowledge and support to achieve commercial success. They currently operate and consult with approximately 20 hotels across the UK, ranging from 16 to 250 bedrooms. Recent additions to their portfolio include managing the Cedar Court group of 4 hotels with over 500 rooms in Yorkshire, as well as hotels in the northeast, southwest, and northwest of England. In addition to management contracts, Assured Hotels is working on joint venture acquisitions of hotel assets, such as a 60-bed hotel undergoing redevelopment in the East Midlands.
The candidate has a long track record of building high performance teams and lead from the front in the successful execution of plans to deliver results and targets on time and in full.
T.J.E Freight Solutions is a South African logistics company that provides integrated supply chain services including commodity trading, warehousing, freight handling, clearing and forwarding, and transport brokerage. The company was founded in 1994 and is directed by Vinothan George Sumar and Arritha Devi Sumar. T.J.E Freight Solutions aims to be a strategic partner for clients and expand its operations across South Africa and neighboring countries over the long term.
Luqman Khan has over 25 years of experience in finance roles. He is currently the Manager of Finance and Systems at Expressive Safety & Security Solutions in Dubai, where he established financial systems and controls and helped the company achieve an 'A' rating from clients. Previously, he held finance leadership roles at INZ Technological Services and several other companies in Pakistan and Dubai, where he oversaw accounting, auditing, cash management and other financial operations. He has a Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management from EdExcel London and an MBA in Finance.
Beiersdorf AG, the German consumer products manufacturer,
reported its strongest annual sales revenues since 2008
last year. Its portfolio of brands including Nivea, Tesa and
Elastoplast are highly profi table in Europe and North America
but less so in emerging markets.
Dr. László Kanyó is an experienced senior manager and HR consultant with over 30 years of experience in HR leadership roles across various industries. He specializes in organizational development and transforming companies through relevant HR strategies and tools. He has held HR director roles at banks and other organizations in Hungary and the region. Currently he works as an independent consultant, delivering training in areas such as organizational development, HR, and organizational audits.
In this issue, we catch up with senior executives from some of the sector’s most dynamic brands to find out how companies are leveraging opportunities to grow, amidst what is an increasingly complex and challenging trading environment.
Here are some of the key themes and consumer brands that are featured in this edition:
Entrepreneurial careers - Ex Just Eat VP, Rasmus Wolff
Viral win for Petit Bateau - Clever campaign secures new talent
Buoyant Beam Suntory - Great times ahead for US-Japan
alliance
Brewing growth at Taylors of Harrogate - Yorkshire Tea set for global growth
The future of food - KMC reveal diversity of potato starch
Harman consumer lifestyle lift - Audio brand invests in change
Digital transform-action - HR and Digital unite for great
results at Pernod Ricard Spain
eos slips into the Nordics - New division for maker of
spherical lip balms
Hamidul Huq has over 16 years of experience in international business development, strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management. He holds an MBA in international business and marketing management. Currently, he is the Managing Director of TOTAL LINK Corporation, where he oversees global sourcing, procurement, logistics management, and supply chain operations. Previously, he held international business and sourcing roles at several large Bangladeshi companies.
Ideology Consulting offers a range of services to support independent estate agents, including business sales and brokering, rebranding and refurbishment, mentoring and support, financial management, mergers and acquisitions, retirement planning, and recruitment, compliance and training. Their consultants have expertise in different areas and are ready to help businesses reach their full potential. The document provides further details on their services for rebranding businesses, selling agencies, training and recruitment, mentoring and support, and focusing on future planning.
Winter 2013 edition of Faststream’s maritime magazine STREAMLINE “THE CONFIDENCE ISSUE”. In this edition we ask whether economic recovery is being translated into improved global maritime employment levels.
Rafael JeffryAnwar Sani is an experienced senior management professional seeking a new opportunity. He has over 25 years of experience in various industries including hospitality, FMCG, financial services, manufacturing, media, and consulting. His areas of expertise include business development, marketing, branding, communications, and overall management. He holds degrees from universities in the Netherlands and has worked in leadership roles for companies such as XL Axiata, AntaVaya Group, Smailing Group, and Fashion TV Indonesia.
Oliver James Associates is a specialist recruitment firm focused on placing talent in financial services roles across Asia Pacific and Europe. They develop long-term relationships with clients and candidates using a unique search methodology involving extensive market mapping. The firm provides executive search, contingent search, interim solutions, and other bespoke recruitment services to private practices, in-house legal teams, banks, asset managers, and other financial institutions.
Austin Chidi-Nwagu has over 15 years of experience in investment banking, risk management, and petroleum products marketing. He has worked for major banks like United Bank for Africa, Societe Generale Bank, Intercontinental Bank, and also for oil companies like Capital Oil, Fincon Petroleum, and currently Ascon Oil. He holds an MBA and has extensive experience managing risk assets portfolios, developing business relationships, and leading sales and marketing teams. He is seeking new opportunities to utilize his diverse skillset in business development, risk management, and consultancy.
Sello Manyapye has over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing, business development, and operations management. He has a proven track record of growing revenue, expanding market share, and building client relationships. He is skilled in strategic planning, new business development, budget management, and key account management. His areas of expertise also include training, community relations, and risk analysis.
Martin Henry has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in mortgage lending and lenders mortgage insurance. He has held senior executive roles such as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Underwriting Officer, where he established operational platforms, credit strategies, and mentored large teams. Martin has extensive expertise in credit assessment, risk management, and relationship management. He currently works as the Chief Underwriting Officer for BT Financial Group, setting credit policy and parameters for the mortgage lending divisions of Westpac.
This document is a resume for Yacov Levi that outlines his extensive professional experience in finance and management. Over the past 15 years, Levi has held leadership roles establishing companies, acquiring companies, and leading international projects in real estate, renewable energy, and agriculture. He has experience raising capital, developing financial models, and taking companies public. Previous roles include treasurer for a large holding company, finance manager for a communications company, and senior financing economist for a mobile network operator. Levi has a bachelor's degree in business management and speaks Hebrew and English.
Bhushan Parab has over 15 years of experience in banking and financial services in the UK and India. He currently works as a Regional Onboarding Case Manager at HSBC in London, where he is responsible for end-to-end client onboarding and Know Your Customer procedures for large corporate clients. Prior to this role, he held various positions in client relationship management, sales management, and business development at organizations such as HSBC, Virgin Media, British Sky Broadcasting, Reliance Life Insurance, Standard Chartered Bank, and HSBC.
This document contains the resume of K.S. George, who has over 20 years of experience in shipping and logistics. He is currently the General Manager of Port Agency at J.M. Baxi Group, where he oversees day-to-day operations and represents several shipping lines and NVOCCs. Prior to this role, he held managerial positions in freight forwarding, port agency, and shipping line representation. He has expertise in areas such as management, shipping operations, business development, and customer service.
M&T is a business advisory firm focused on generating growth for its clients. It identifies opportunities for clients to capture revenue growth through a diagnostic evaluation called a Growth Probe. M&T then works with clients on an advisory basis to develop a growth strategy and roadmap, or through a managed service partnership to implement the multi-year plan. M&T charges either fixed fees for the Growth Probe or takes a majority of its fees based on incremental revenue from performance-related advisory or managed service work. Client testimonials praise M&T's paid-on-performance model and ability to quickly understand their businesses and identify growth opportunities.
Ac&c provides a wide range of advisory, tax, legal, and outsourcing services through experienced teams. Their services include corporate finance, tax consulting, internal audit, and human resources outsourcing. The company aims to help clients achieve their goals and support sustainable development in Vietnam through innovative solutions and deep understanding of clients' operations and industries.
Ac&c provides a wide range of advisory, tax, legal, and outsourcing services through experienced teams. Their services include corporate finance, tax consulting, internal audit, and human resources outsourcing. The company aims to help clients achieve their goals and support sustainable development in Vietnam through innovative solutions and deep understanding of clients' operations and industries.
This resume summarizes the career of Amin Mohammed, a senior banking professional with over 23 years of experience in financial and banking industries in Pakistan, Canada, and UAE. He has a proven track record of managing large institutional and corporate banking portfolios, and leading teams as country head and executive vice president. His expertise includes commercial, corporate, and wholesale banking, as well as project management, credit risk assessment, and relationship building.
Ayman Refaat El-Far is seeking a challenging career with a leading regional bank. He has over 13 years of experience in corporate banking and financial analysis. Currently he is a senior relationship manager at National Bank of Abu Dhabi in Kuwait, where he manages a portfolio of $200 million and refers large business opportunities. Previously he held positions at Gulf Bank and Commercial International Bank in Egypt, where he analyzed industries, negotiated loans, and managed corporate client relationships.
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Savage Consulting Ltd. is a boutique consulting firm based in Grand Cayman that provides strategic consulting services to companies across various industries. They have a multilingual team with experience in strategic planning, marketing, sales, and operations. Their services include auditing companies and developing strategies to optimize business performance, penetrate new markets, and implement strategic recommendations. Their goal is to help clients focus their efforts and provide disruptive solutions to create tangible business results.
This document contains the resume of Abdul Azeem Farooqi. It summarizes his professional experience in corporate banking, trade finance, and international marketing/trading spanning over 20 years. He has held positions at several banks such as First Gulf Bank, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, and Credit Agricole CIB. The resume also lists his educational qualifications and professional certifications.
Rajesh Krishnan Iyer is seeking a leadership role managing a global treasury team. He has over 20 years of experience in treasury operations, currently working as Regional Treasurer for Alstom India. Prior to this, he spent 14 years in treasury roles at IDBI Bank and General Electric, where he managed foreign exchange hedging, cash management, bank relationships, and investment portfolios. He is proficient in treasury systems and risk management with a focus on process simplification and regulatory compliance.
Yeo LeeNya has over 25 years of experience in general management, project management, sustainability, marketing, and property development. She has worked for large companies including IOI Corporation Bhd and Lend Lease Projects. She has a passion for sustainability and protecting the environment and human rights. She is fluent in English and Mandarin with good communication skills.
Richard Johnson has over 25 years of experience in finance, banking, and accounting. He has held senior roles at major banks like CBA, NAB, GE, and JP Morgan. He has a strong track record of growing businesses, developing new clients, and maximizing revenues. Currently, he runs his own finance business, CMA Finance Solutions, providing services like mortgages, accounting, and business advice. He has expertise in areas such as business banking, lending, financial markets, and strategic planning.
George Yap is a practicing chartered accountant based in Sydney, Australia, with over 30 years of experience. He is currently an independent director of the publicly listed company Sino Agro Food, Inc. and chairs their audit committee. He founded and leads KM Yap & Company, a chartered accountancy firm in Sydney providing accounting, auditing, financial planning, and wealth management services. Yap has extensive experience working with companies in various industries across multiple countries, including roles in investment banking, corporate banking, auditing, and more.
Jasdeep Singh Anand has over 20 years of experience in finance roles for infrastructure companies, particularly in emerging markets. He spent 15 years with Aggreko Plc, a world leader in temporary power solutions, where he held several senior finance roles in Dubai and Singapore, helping the business grow rapidly. As Finance Director for Asia, he was part of a team that grew revenues from $76M to over $388M in 3 years. He is now looking for a senior finance role based in Singapore, bringing skills in energy/infrastructure, emerging markets, acquisitions, growth strategies, and managing business performance.
Ralph Martis has over 10 years of experience in freight forwarding and logistics. He has held operations manager roles at VRM Freight FZE since 2013 and First Link Freight FZE from 2011 to 2013, where he helped set up businesses and develop clients. Prior to that, he worked as an operations supervisor and sales support at Pro Cargo UAE LLC from 2007 to 2011. He has a postgraduate diploma in planning and management and a bachelor's degree in commerce.
Rhyll Gardner is a management consultant with over 25 years of experience in financial services strategy and operations. She has held senior leadership roles at several major Australian banks, including General Manager positions at St. George Bank and Bank of Queensland. Her experience includes strategy development, mergers and acquisitions, risk management, and business growth initiatives.
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GLEN CREIGHTON.
31 Hindhede Walk, # 01-10 Southaven II, Singapore 587967.
Tel Off: 63088628 / Home: 64625094 / HP: 96691154. E-mail: glen@gkegroup.com.sg
PROFILE.
A senior and professional executive, with extensive management experience, across a wide range of
commercial activity. A highly effective risk manager, with strong contract and legal experience in the
structured trade and commodity finance industry. Well developed network among both the banks and
the trade and, a proven hands on “deal maker”, having brokered and managed transactions covering
a multitude of financeable goods, across all key locations in Asia.
EXPERIENCE.
GKE Metal Logistics Pte Ltd (A Louis Dreyfus Commodities Group Company). 2012 to present.
General Manager of a London Metal Exchange (LME) warehouse company.
Responsible for the overall management of the Metal Division including the P&L.
Responsible for the business development of the Division.
Managing all operational matters with regard to LME rules, regulations, compliance and risk.
Managing and building strong key relationships with Banks, Clients, Customs, the LME and
Singapore Government organisations. Controlling all pricing matters and commercial strategy.
Risk grading, limit setting, monitoring and management of exposure to Clients, Banks, service
providers and the LME. Design / implementation of mitigants and preventative measures to keep
the company from harm.
Origination of process efficiencies to provide better client services, risk management and cost
reductions,
Working with GKE Metals Shanghai office to support and promote their interests, provide advice
and guidance. Liaison and communication with international Banks and Clients on behalf of
GKE Metals Shanghai.
CIMB Bank Berhad, Singapore Branch. May 2011 to July 2012.
Associate Director. Structured Trade & Commodity Finance.
Hired to help grow a start up division by building a regional structured trade & commodity
finance loan book, throughout the Bank’s ASEAN footprint.
Primarily involved in finding Clients, origination and, structuring of lending to Borrowers.
Responsibilities included negotiations with Clients, putting up term sheets, assisting in
drafting credit application memos for Credit Committee approval, dealing with legal firms on facility
and security documents and, building and maintaining Client relationships.
2. Coordinating with the department’s Middle Office on the booking and, day to day running of
transactions.
Warehousing and storage facility inspections/assessments to identify risk and determine
suitability for lending against stored commodities.
CMA contractual negotiations with collateral management and warehouse companies.
Identifying risk from both a lending and CMA perspective and, mitigating same.
Searching for niche opportunities / markets with first mover advantage.
CWT Commodities (SEA) Pte Ltd (formerly Cornelder Group) Singapore. 1997-2010.
Director (wef 2001) of a Singaporean owned public listed company specialising in collateral
management services, financial solutions for inventory and supply chain, LME warehousing,
shipping, distribution and, total logistics.
Primarily responsible for the business development, profitability and operations of all the Group’s
collateral management activities in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. Also
responsible for all contract review, pricing for services, risk management, legal matters, liability
insurance coverage, agency and J.V. agreements.
Primarily responsible for research and prospecting, amongst the Banks and the trade, in the
pursuit of new business. Thereafter responsible for maintaining strong client relationships based
on performance, service and, for selling other CWT Group services, for value add.
Primarily responsible for thorough risk evaluation and the mitigation of risk, on the companies
behalf. Conducting all CMA contractual negotiations between Banks, Lawyers and Borrowers.
Joined the company in 1997 as Regional Manager, Marketing & Business Development, reporting
to the Managing Director. Initial task was to help turn the company around from previous two
years losses.
After comprehensive analysis of the business, formed a small team to focus on our collateral
management services, and promoted this niche product aggressively, with notable success in
Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Cultivated strong relationships with clients and leading
structured trade finance banks.
Losses were arrested in 1997. 1998 was promoted to General Manager for the Singapore
company and Country Manager, Indonesia, during which time the Group in Asia, returned to
profitability.
Special assignments. Author of the Group’s “The Guideline Manual of Collateral Management
Warehousing” (2000). Initiated, implemented and qualified the company for ISO9002. (Lloyds
2001). Launched CWT in Korea (Feb 2002). Launched CWT in Vietnam (July 2005). Actively
involved in developing CWT’s collateral management business in Dubai, UAE. Appointed
Owners Representative for construction of new warehouse in Tuas (Completed -2003).
Occasional contributor to Trade Finance Magazine and, speaker at structured trade & commodity
finance seminars.
Ivaran Lines Asia Pte Ltd. 1993 - 1996.
3. Marketing Manager-Asia/South America trade. Employed by Norwegian Ship Owners office in
Singapore and responsible for the Asia service. Turned over USD15m per annum which I
generated by planing and supervising the sales activities of a large international agency network.
Total responsibility for all commercial activity within the service including: profit and loss, pricing
policy, tariff construction, cost analysis, volume and revenue budget, market analysis, strategic
planning, business development, advertising, monthly revenue reporting, agency performance
and motivation.
Traveled extensively throughout the Asian region and South America to secure cargo accounts,
search for opportunities and maintain contact with diverse markets. Managed all agency sales
activity providing continuos training as required.
Responsible for agency termination, evaluation and appointment plus negotiation on terms and
conditions of representation.
Comprehensively involved in all operational matters including container forecasting & control,
demurrage collection, equipment balancing, claims handling and associated legal issues.
Elected Local Committee Chairman in Singapore (18 Forum member lines) to initiate rate
stabilisation and enhancement.
Alpha Courier Services Ltd. 1988-1993.
General Manager. Based in the UK and responsible for nationwide operation of largest
independent courier company in the country. Core business being international and domestic
courier services.
Employed by Owner to turn the company around in the face of imminent bankruptcy. Carried out
rapid evaluation and audit of the business to identify key problems. Devised and implemented
successful business plan for return to profitability. Successfully negotiated with banks and
creditors for restructured payment plans, thus allowing time for the company to recover.
Shut down loss making branches and accounts, enforced tight cost control and effective cash
flow management whilst simultaneously growing the customer base to generate new revenue.
Enhanced margins on existing business without customer defection. Aggressively pursued bad
debt and recovered large sums that had previously been written off. Nurtured the company back
to profitability personally securing new volume business from blue chip accounts such as Dupont,
Marconi, GEC and Unisys.
Introduced a “quality culture” and “pride in performance program” leading to increased customer
satisfaction and better productivity.
Negotiated sale of the company to Jonen Shipping Ltd., a United Kingdom Freight Forwarder and
NVOCC operator.
Inchcape Plc. 1973-1988.
General Manager. 15 years with the Inchcape Group mainly in the Arabian Gulf with associate,
Gray Mackenzie & Co Ltd. Managed branch offices with full profit and loss responsibility in United
Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait.
4. From overseas management trainee, promoted rapidly through to line, and then General
Management positions, running branch offices in the Gulf. Complete responsibility for the day to
day management and profitability of a very broad range of businesses.
Extensively involved in running the Transportation Division profit centers (Shipping, Tankers,
Freight Forwarding, Travel Agency, Aircargo, Lloyds Agency, P& I Club and Classification Society
representation plus Marine and Cargo surveying). Represented Principals such as P&OCL,
Maersk, Hapag Lloyd, NCHP, PIL, Ellerman, Exxon, Sanko, Shell, B.P., Pandair, Schenkers,
Scotpac and, was GSA for numerous international airlines.
As General Manager, was also responsible for other trading activities including wines & spirits,
oilfield supplies, sale and distribution of a wide range of pharmaceutical / FMCG brands, as well
as control of a leading franchise (The Bodyshop).
Appointed Inchcape Shipping Services Group Marketing Representative and traveled the
world on the Inchcape’s behalf, visiting existing and target accounts, to secure new business.
Other information:
Date of Birth: 24/1/53 (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia). Nationality: British. (Singapore P.R.).
Remarried: 1 child from current marriage. Health: Excellent.
Interests: Squash, running, literature, history. Club: The Tanglin Club, Singapore.
Education:
1961-66 : Preparatory School-Branksome Hilders, Haselmere, Surrey
1966-70 : Public School-Shiplake College, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire.
‘O’ Levels : Eng Lang., Eng Lit., History, Geography, French, Biology, General Science (7).
‘A’ Levels : Eng. Lang., British Constitution, Ancient Greek History (3).
Training: 1978 –2008.
Financial Knowledge for Managers – Ashridge Management College, United Kingdom.
Focus on Structured Trade Finance in Asia - Day Robinson Global Training Group.
Hedging Strategies and Option Trading - London Metal Exchange.
International Trade Finance Operations – PriceWaterhouseCoopers.
Sales Training Skills and Managing a Sales Force – Marketing Improvements Ltd.
Contract Law for Legal and Non Legal Professionals - Key Media Pte Ltd.
Selling by objectives – Mercuri Goldman.
Selling a service – Institute of Marketing, United Kingdom.
Mitigating Business Risks – PriceWaterhouseCoopers.
Time management – Dale Carnegie organisation.
Appraisal skills training – Emdat Partnership.
Microsoft Word for Windows - GDF Consultants.
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