Highly experienced corporate finance adviser with more than 30 years of experience in capital markets, alternative asset funds and investment banking. Previously global head of Telecommunications, Media, Entertainment & Technology for Macquarie Capital, Chief Operating Officer of Macquarie Capital Advisers, Chief Executive of Redbridge Grant Samuel and Global Head of Investment Banking for CLSA.

Investor and operator in media businesses for over two decades, including Mass Appeal, Major League Gaming and others. Sold / produced over 50 network and cable shows, and 9 movies as president of production company Flame Ventures and founder of Zinc Media backed by FOX Television Studios. Previously a founder and general partner at Receptor, a venture capital firm with over a dozen portfolio companies.

Award winning Executive Producer with a strong history in developing multi-platform entertainment IP and compelling narratives that resonate across diverse media, including film, TV, and audio. Experienced in equity fundraising, including EIS schemes, and structuring successful businesses having founded and exited two successful entertainment companies. Ex-Board Member and Chief Creative Officer at IPG and WPP agencies.