New Zealand
I’m a director of DT1881 focusing on the architecture, design, heritage and conservation of historic buildings. Previous roles include being chair of Crowdfunder UK, the UK’s largest crowdfunding platform, collaborating with communities in the U.K. and beyond to support their projects. My other leadership and management experience includes: being a member of Clifford Chance’s global executive from 2016 to 2020 whilst leading the firm in Asia Pacific, having previously led the practice in South East Asia from 2010 to 2016. I am qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales, Hong Kong and The Republic of Ireland and, as a partner of Clifford Chance for over 20 years, I advised corporates, financial institution and governments as international counsel on transactions in over 70 countries whilst based in Hong Kong, Singapore and London. I am passionate about diversity, inclusion and social mobility and I am actively involved with several community organisations.
Chairing Crowdfunder UK and working with the team and communities in the U.K. and beyond, including the global #VaccinAid campaign led by UNICEF UK and Crowdfunder UK, and supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Equity partner at Clifford Chance - one of the world's pre-eminent law firms, including Head of Asia Pacific (2016-2020) and head of South East Asia (2010-2016).
Articled Clerk and Associate Solicitor - qualified in England, Wales and Hong Kong