With a distinguished career in the financial industry, Sergio has significantly contributed to ARC Group’s market prominence, orchestrating a multitude of successful deals and transactions. His forward-thinking strategies and keen business acumen have played a pivotal role in propelling the company’s projects, including over 20 SPAC IPOs with a cumulative transactional value nearing $3 billion and overall projects exceeding $10 billion. Sergio has been instrumental in key initiatives, such as facilitating the first listing of an Indonesian SME on the New York Stock Exchange and securing financing deals for Chinese companies entering the U.S. market. Under his leadership, ARC Group has fostered a culture of innovation and collaboration, positioning the company as a leader in the financial services industry.

Paul Chong, a seasoned professional with 30 years in investment banking and private equity, is a Venture Partner at ARC Group and Managing Partner of Knights Capital Partners. Renowned for leading numerous SPAC listings globally, he co-founded TNG FinTech Group, Asia’s largest FinTech firm. Previously, as CEO of Creat Fund Management Group, he managed Rothschild and Mitsubishi private equity funds. With a global career in financial centers like New York, London, and Hong Kong, Paul held senior roles at Goldman Sachs, UBS Investment Bank, and Credit Suisse DLJ. His expertise in capital raising is demonstrated through successful IPOs on major stock exchanges.

Investment banking capital markets professional with over 10 years experience in cross boarder deals and advisory. Nigel’s expertise spans across APAC markets leading numerous mid-market transactions and capital market services concerning IPOs, SPACs, M&A advisory, follow-on offerings, and more. Nigel currently leads the capital markets deal advisory and execution practice out of Asia. The team specializes in creating liquidity opportunities for clients primarily through public markets. This includes traditional IPO’s, DeSPAC reverse mergers, and shell RTOs.

Valentin is the Managing Director of ARC Group’s M&A division. Prior to joining ARC, he served as an Executive Director at CIGP in Hong Kong, where he oversaw the investment banking activities of the group in Asia, notably leading various M&A, restructuring & capital raising transactions across multiple sectors and geographies. Prior to CIGP, Valentin honed his skills as an equity derivatives trader at Credit Suisse in Zurich.

Recently featured on The Legal 500 Asia Pacific TMT Hall of Fame, recognised as a Distinguished Practitioner for Corporate M&A by asialaw and ranked as a Tier 1 Corporate M&A Lawyer by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, Yew Chen is a corporate M&A lawyer with a specialisation in regulatory and trade, and technology, media and telecommunications laws. He regularly advises on cross border transactions, mergers and acquisitions, telecommunications projects, trade, and general corporate and regulatory matters.

A seasoned professional with extensive experience in the financial services industry. She has held key leadership roles in both onshore and offshore financial centers. As the former CEO of Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC), she played a pivotal role in positioning Labuan IBFC as a competitive and attractive jurisdiction for captive insurance companies. Farah’s dedication to promoting Labuan’s financial ecosystem remains unwavering. Recently, she transitioned to become the Managing Director and Chief Communications Officer at Fusang Digital Asset Exchange, Asia’s first fully-regulated digital securities exchange. Her career has been marked by excellence, leadership, and a deep understanding of financial markets.

Chris Zhao is a Partner at MarcumAsia’s Assurance Services with over ten years of experience. He specializes in auditing and compliance for companies seeking overseas financing, working with clients across various industries in the US, China, and Southeast Asia. His expertise includes anti-fraud frameworks and IT auditing.

Jonathan Chan is a finance veteran with over 25 years of experience in banking and technology sectors. He currently leads Vigilant Assets and previously held senior positions at CLSA, Citibank, and Vickers Advisory Partners. Jonathan is also passionate about education. He founded Jules Corp, an EdTech social enterprise focused on equipping children with digital skills for future jobs. Jules’ “School of Fish” curriculum is the world’s first for preschools and is recognized by UNICEF for its contribution to early childhood digital literacy.

Firdauz Edmin bin Mokhtar has an impressive track record in the energy industry. He held several key positions throughout his career, including Director of Corporate Affairs & Finance at Tidalmarine Engineering Sdn. Bhd., Head of Corporate Affairs at Chase Perdana Sdn. Bhd., and CFO & Vice President at Barakah Offshore Petroleum Bhd. His expertise spans financial management, corporate affairs, and strategic planning.

Doris Wong Sing Ee has more than twenty-three years of experience in management across various industries, including advertising, property development, F&B, and oil & gas. She specializes in business development, strategic consultancy, and corporate advisory related to mergers & acquisitions and joint ventures. Her expertise extends across Malaysia, Singapore, China, Japan, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Datin Maznah Mahbob boasts over 34 years in fund management. She currently leverages this experience as a Partner at Singularity Ventures Malaysia. Prior to this, she served as CEO of AmInvest, the fund management arm of AMMB Holdings Berhad, for 16 years. Recognized for her contributions, ISLAMICA 500 ranked her among the top 50 impacting the Islamic industry globally.

M Nazri Muhd is a pioneer in AI and analytics (over 20 years) across Asia-Pacific. He leads digital transformations and advises organizations globally through MyFinB and his AI innovation center. Renowned for building a global AI community and ranked the #1 Thought Leader in AI, Digital Transformation, and Predictive Analytics, his achievements include the Global Chamber 2020 Excellence Award and a Top 500 Islamic World Influencer recognition.

Shareen Shariza Dato’ Abdul Ghani is a sustainability and human capital expert. She founded Sorga Innovation, a boutique advisory firm focused on Sustainable Development, ESG, and talent strategies. Shareen has extensive experience in sustainability, leading the development of ESG policies and a valuation model for Khazanah Nasional Berhad. Prior to Sorga, she served as CEO of Talent Corporation Malaysia and Director of Corporate Responsibility at Khazanah.

A dynamic leader in equity crowdfunding (ECF). With a BSc in Actuarial Science and an MSc in Operational Research from the London School of Economics and Political Science, she has significantly shaped Malaysia’s regulated crowdfunding sector. Elain’s strategic insight as a business owner and industry player has been vital to Ata Plus’ growth. Her dedication to expanding capital access for startups and SMEs involves close collaboration with the Securities Commission (SC). As President of the Registered Digital Markets Association Malaysia, she emphasizes innovation, integrity, and gender diversity. Elain’s leadership is poised to further drive Ata Plus’ expansion and empower Malaysian entrepreneurs.

Jesus Emilio Hoyos is a seasoned investor and business leader with a global mindset. As the Managing Partner at ARC Group Ventures, he oversees operations across the Americas, including the USA, Mexico, and Peru. His extensive experience in public and private offerings spans various industries, making him a valuable asset to the firm.

A business development and strategy expert with 14+ years of experience in market expansion, financial risk management, and strategic sourcing. He currently leads ARC Group (SPAC/IPO advisory) and ARC Consulting (global management consultancy). Previously, he held leadership roles at Applied Value LLC (strategic consulting) and the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China. His career began in asset management at Carnegie Investment Bank. His diverse experience positions him as a key figure in global business advisory and financial services.