What are the most significant cases and/or transactions that you have been involved in over the past year?

Over the past year, as general counsel and board secretary at the FII Institute, I have been closely involved in several high-impact transactions and strategic initiatives that have significantly advanced the institute’s global influence. Since its founding in 2017, I have worked with both regional and international stakeholders to shape the institute’s legal and strategic framework across all operational areas.

A key milestone this year was the institute’s growing investment footprint, with $198bn in announced deals. These transactions underscore FII Institute’s expanding role in driving economic development and innovation. My contributions included leading negotiations, structuring legal frameworks for complex cross-border investments, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

In addition to transactional work, I played a central role in structuring partnerships that elevated the institute’s global convening power. From high-level forums to international collaborations, I advised on governance, managed legal risks, and supported initiatives that attracted global leaders from the public and private sectors. These efforts reinforced FII Institute’s reputation as a catalyst for investment and thought leadership on a global scale.

Based on your experience, what is the key to collaborating successfully with business partners?

In my experience, effective collaboration with business partners — whether government agencies, corporations, or multilateral institutions — relies on adaptability, strategic alignment, and trust.

First, understanding stakeholder priorities is essential. Public-sector partners often focus on long-term policy goals, regulatory frameworks, and socioeconomic outcomes, while private partners prioritise financial returns and operational efficiency. Recognising these differing perspectives enables me to design tailored strategies that align with the objectives of all parties involved.

Second, defining shared goals and building alignment early in the process is critical to ensuring productive engagement. Whether facilitating cross-border investments or public-private partnerships, I emphasise common ground to bridge diverse interests and promote mutual benefit.

Third, clear communication and expectation management are key to success. Establishing roles, timelines, and decision-making structures at the outset helps minimise risks and avoid misunderstandings. I also prioritise transparency and proactive issue resolution to maintain momentum and build long-term relationships.

By applying these principles, I have helped foster collaborative partnerships that are commercially viable, operationally effective, and strategically impactful.

What is a cause, business-related or otherwise, that you are passionate about, and why?

I am deeply committed to advancing global progress through responsible innovation and investment. This aligns with FII Institute’s core mission: bringing together global leaders to address pressing challenges and create meaningful impact.

I believe that real change requires collaboration across business, government, and science. At FII Institute, I have been fortunate to contribute to initiatives that turn ideas into action — projects that not only deliver financial outcomes, but also drive social and economic progress.

This dual focus — impact and innovation — continues to inspire my work and fuels my commitment to building a more inclusive and sustainable future.