Managing capital with clarity and discipline.

Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions at some of the world's leading financial institutions. He possesses extensive expertise in financial management, treasury, deal structuring and origination, bond trading, investment strategy, and risk management. His experience covers fixed income, debt securities financing, commodities, derivatives, structured and securitised credit solutions, and alternative investments. Most recently, Mark served as Chief Risk Officer at the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), where he oversaw transaction reviews and due diligence for the Authority's investment portfolio. His responsibilities covered credit, market, liquidity, infrastructure project, operational, environmental, social, governance (ESG), and climate risks.

Mark began his career in 2000 as an accountant with Barclays and later Aberdeen Asset Management in London, where he managed institutional multi-asset portfolios for pension funds, insurance companies, corporate organisations, and government clients. In 2005, he joined J.P. Morgan's EMEA Fixed Income Trading and Derivatives team as a Vice President, managing the bank's traded risk positions. In 2007, he became a Director at Lehman Brothers' Debt Capital Markets and Treasury division, where he played a key role in the restructuring and disposal of the firm's assets following its collapse. This involved a portfolio valued at approximately US$639 billion, comprising bonds, corporate loans, asset-backed securities, mezzanine debt, credit default swaps, and commodities.

He subsequently served as the pioneer Chief Executive Officer of Leadway Asset Management, Chief Operating Officer of Coronation Asset Management, and Interim Chief Executive Officer of Capitalfield Asset Management. In these roles, he provided strategic leadership across investment management, product development, business growth, operations, and financial performance, driving each firm's long-term objectives. Mark holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, and an MBA from Warwick Business School, University of Warwick, United Kingdom. He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and has completed executive programmes in capital markets, investment banking, asset management, corporate strategy, and leadership across the United Kingdom, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.

Emmanuel Elijah is a seasoned investment management professional with over a decade of experience in the asset management industry. His extensive career spans investment operations, funds management, and portfolio administration. Emmanuel’s strategic insight and deep industry knowledge have enabled him to contribute significantly to the operational success of top-tier asset management firms in Nigeria. He began his career at ARM Investment Managers, where he played a pivotal role in the implementation and management of various discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios across multi-asset and multi-currency strategies. Emmanuel has also held strategic positions at Elixir Investment Partners and Coronation Asset Management, and consulted as a subject matter expert and senior business analyst for FBNQuest Asset Management (now First Asset Management). His experience includes leading the design and operationalization of investment structures that align with regulatory and market standards. At Blue Marina Asset Management, Emmanuel is part of the executive leadership team that successfully secured the firm’s portfolio and fund management license. He currently oversees the development of the firm's operational architecture, with a focus on aligning people, process, and technology to ensure seamless execution and scale. His leadership continues to shape the firm’s operational readiness and market entry. Emmanuel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Financial Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He is known for his strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills. His expertise in operational leadership, portfolio setup, and regulatory alignment positions him as a vital contributor to the firm’s long-term success.

Richard is a transformational finance leader with over 25 years of experience across banking, fintech infrastructure, and financial advisory. He brings deep expertise in digital finance, enterprise financial planning, capital optimization, risk governance, and performance reporting. He is highly skilled in leveraging financial insights and advanced analytics to support executive decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth. Throughout his career, he has consistently strengthened financial controls, optimized capital allocation, and deployed innovative financial management systems aligned with strategic business objectives. His expertise spans financial strategy development, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, financial modelling, investor relations, balance sheet management, and digital platform unit economics. He most recently served as Financial Controller at Nigeria Interbank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS), Lagos, where he led enterprise financial planning, risk analysis, investment portfolio oversight, and performance reporting. He also developed a Finance Business Partnering model that enhanced collaboration across teams and contributed to a 60% growth in transaction volumes and value. Prior to this, he was Senior Financial Advisor at Dasot Capital Partners Ltd, where he pioneered the firm’s Virtual CFO service model, and earlier served as Head of Corporate Budgeting and Performance Analytics at First Bank of Nigeria. He spent over a decade at Diamond Bank Group (now Access Bank) as Deputy Financial Controller, leading key financial transformation initiatives, and began his career at Fidelity Bank Plc in operations, later moving into inspection and audit. He holds an MSc in Finance from the University of Leicester, an MBA from Ambrose Alli University, and a BSc (Second Class Upper Division) in Finance and Banking from the University of Port Harcourt, where he graduated as the best student with multiple academic awards. He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), UK, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA), as well as an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACIT). He is also a Designated Compliance Professional (DCP), a member of the International Project Management Academy (MIPMA/MPM), and an alumnus of the Senior Management Programme at Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University.

Throughout her career, Olubusola has consistently delivered measurable results in sales performance, client acquisition, and retention strategies. Her professional journey includes significant achievements in retail banking, corporate relationship management, and investment advisory, making her deeply attuned to the evolving needs of individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. As the Head, Wealth Management at Blue Marina Asset Management, she plays a critical role in shaping the company’s market strategy, developing financial products, and expanding distribution channels. She is also committed to mentoring young professionals, fostering a high-performance culture, and aligning business development efforts with long-term organizational goals. Known for her people-focused leadership, strategic insight, and execution excellence, Olubusola brings a balanced perspective to client engagement and business growth, thus making her a trusted leader in Nigeria’s financial services landscape.

With several years of diverse and dynamic experience in the banking sector, Peter is a seasoned professional known for his expertise in Portfolio Management, Relationship Management, Investment Management, Sales and Marketing, Operations, and Process Improvement. He previously worked at Cowrywise Financial Technology Limited, ARM Investment Managers Limited, where he excelled in evaluating, designing, and overseeing total financial plans for institutional clients, and FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited, where he demonstrated a strong ability to generate liabilities, build and strengthen client relationships, and actively contribute to the organization's liquidity needs and risk asset funding.

With experience spanning the financial services and legal sectors through roles at Cordros Capital Limited and Whitgift Law, she possesses deep expertise in managing the end-to-end employee life cycle, encompassing talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and human resources systems optimization. She is deeply committed to fostering synergy between organizations and their employees, creating inclusive, high-performing workplaces where people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to excel. She holds professional certifications from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Professional in Human Resources – International (PHRi).

Oladipo Adewumi is a seasoned legal executive with over a decade of experience advising organizations across financial services, technology, and energy. He specializes in corporate law, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and board governance. Throughout his career, he has led the structuring and execution of complex multi-million-dollar transactions, cross-border acquisitions, and enterprise-wide compliance frameworks. His work emphasizes aligning legal integrity with commercial growth through practical, business-oriented legal strategy and risk management. He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Commercial and Corporate Law from Queen Mary University of London and is a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. He is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), an accredited Data Protection Officer, SEC-sponsored Individual Compliance Officer, and a registered Intellectual Property Agent. He is particularly recognized for building sustainable legal and governance systems, advising boards and executive management, and designing structures that enable organizations to operate efficiently, compliantly, and independently of individual office holders.

Abdullahi Mohammed is a seasoned banking and finance professional with over 36 years of experience spanning Retail, Corporate, Consumer, and Commercial Banking; Treasury; Pension Fund Administration; and Financial Advisory. He has held key leadership roles in major financial institutions, including Polaris Bank Limited, where he served as Executive Director, Abuja and Northern Directorate (2018–2023), overseeing operations across the Federal Capital Territory and 18 states. Before that, he held the same role at Skye Bank Plc (2016–2018) and was a Non-Executive Director at Trustfund Pensions Limited and Skye Bank Limited, Guinea, where he chaired the Board Credit Committee and the Board Audit & Risk Management Committee. Prior to his tenure at Polaris and Skye Bank, Abdullahi Mohammed spent 13 years at First Bank of Nigeria Plc (2003–2016), leading business development across Corporate, Commercial, and Retail Banking. He also played a strategic role at Kakawa Discount House Limited (1995–2003) as Abuja Area Office Manager, overseeing financial operations across 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory. Earlier in his career, he worked at Century Merchant Bank Limited, where he rose to Head of Treasury for the Kano Area Office. Abdullahi Mohammed holds Ordinary and Higher National Diplomas in Electrical Engineering from Kaduna Polytechnic and advanced degrees in Industrial Education and Technology from Bowling Green State University, Ohio, USA. He has attended executive leadership programs at INSEAD, London Business School, Cornell University, and Strathmore Business School. A distinguished member of the 37th Senior Management Programme (SMP) at Lagos Business School, he is also an Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Nigeria.

Ndubuisi Afamefune Osakwe is a highly accomplished professional with 26+ years of unbroken banking experience, spanning treasury, retail, commercial, and corporate banking. He has held leadership roles such as Group Treasurer, Group Head Retail Banking, General Manager Energy, and GM E-Banking Products & Innovation. With 19 years of cognate management experience, including 15 years at the AGM level and above, he has demonstrated expertise in strategy, regulatory compliance, and governance. As Managing Director of Titan Global Services Innovation Ltd since 2019, Ndubuisi has leveraged his deep understanding of energy and corporate banking to lead innovative initiatives. He previously held senior roles at Polaris Bank, Skye Bank, Mainstreet Bank, Afribank, and UBA, where he consistently drove growth, launched products, managed regional operations, and built high-performing teams. Ndubuisi is well-versed in digital transformation, customer acquisition, and developing sustainable financial solutions

Baoku Koko Olatunji Ganiyu is a highly accomplished professional with over 40 years of experience in banking, finance, law, and consulting. He holds an M.Sc. in Finance & Banking from the University of Ibadan, an LLM in Petroleum Law and Policy from the University of Dundee, and a BL from the Nigeria Law School. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACIArb), London. Baoku has held leadership roles in various prestigious organizations. He is the Chairman and CEO of Gamazetta Limited, a position he has held since 2013. He has previously served as the Principal Partner at Templeton Solicitors, Principal Partner at Koko Baoku & Co. Chartered Accountants, and the Chief Operating Officer of Riveroaks, Drake & Sweeney Ltd. He was also the CEO and Founding Director of Safetrust Mortgage Bank and has extensive experience in banking, including senior roles at Credite Bank Nigeria and Chartered Bank Limited. Throughout his career, Baoku has been a leader in multiple sectors, serving on the boards of various companies, including Nonsuch Medicare Limited, VL Medical Devices Limited, and RDS Insurance Brokers Limited. He has a strong background in corporate governance, economic development, and strategic management, making him a respected figure in both the financial and legal industries.

Charles is the founder and director of Valetti Nigeria Limited, a pioneering construction and project management company in Nigeria. With extensive expertise in construction project management, property valuation, and risk management, he has successfully delivered complex projects with precision and foresight. His leadership ensures that each project meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, while navigating challenges with strategic insight. Through his work, Charles has established Valetti Nigeria Limited as a benchmark for excellence in the construction industry. As a board member of Blue Marina, Charles provides strategic direction that drives growth, innovation, and sustainable value creation. He combines technical knowledge with a strong understanding of market dynamics, guiding decisions that enhance both operational effectiveness and long-term business performance. Committed to integrity, quality, and excellence, Charles continues to make a significant impact on the construction and real estate sectors, shaping their development and contributing to Nigeria’s evolving infrastructure landscape.

He holds a Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Petroleum Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, and an MBA from Lincoln University, California. He is a Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers and a registered engineer with COREN. He is also an active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), Nigerian Gas Association, and the Nigerian/International Association of Energy Economists. Joseph has held leadership and advisory roles across some of the most prominent energy institutions in Nigeria and internationally. He is the Lead Partner at Zera Advisory & Consulting, where he provides strategic guidance to both private and public sector clients on oil and gas policy, regulation, and business development. He also serves as General Manager, Technical and JPMT Subsurface Lead at CMES-OMS JV Petroleum Development Ltd. Previously, he was Special Adviser (Policy & Regulation) to the Honorable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, where he co-authored key national policies and legislative instruments, including the National Gas Policy and Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Earlier in his career, Joseph spent over 20 years at Mobil Producing Nigeria and ExxonMobil in technical leadership positions, including as Global Simulation Advisor and Reservoir Engineering Specialist. His technical work has led to significant production optimization, reserves additions, and cost reductions across multiple fields and regions, including Nigeria, Angola, Russia, and Kazakhstan. A prolific speaker and thought leader, Joseph has authored and presented over 30 papers and policy briefs on petroleum engineering, energy transition, fiscal reform, and regulatory strategy. He has been instrumental in advancing Nigeria’s gas commercialization agenda and supporting reforms for transparency and efficiency in the sector. He has served on multiple ministerial and technical committees, including the Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialization Program and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) National Action Committee. Beyond his above achievements, he is also a highly accomplished energy economist and engineering executive with a robust background in financial advisory, economic evaluation, and strategic investment planning across the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors. He has led complex fund-raising efforts, executed large-scale feasibility studies, and advised on multi-million-dollar investment portfolios. As Lead Partner at Zera Advisory & Consulting, he has spearheaded numerous financial and commercial advisory mandates for both private and public sector clients, including successful capital raises exceeding $300 million for upstream development and infrastructure projects. He has led comprehensive economic viability assessments and market studies across the energy value chain, developed investment frameworks for gas commercialization, and structured financial models for downstream ventures, including LPG, refining, and petrochemical businesses. His financial acumen is further evidenced by his contributions to Nigeria’s oil and gas fiscal reforms, including co-authoring the National Oil and Gas Fiscal Policy and participating in high-level engagements on taxation, gas pricing, and investor incentives under the Petroleum Industry Act. Through his extensive volunteer service in SPE and other professional organizations, Joseph continues to mentor the next generation of energy professionals and shape discourse on Nigeria’s energy future.

Kenneth Ufere Uchenna is a partner at KS Advisory Partners Limited, a financial consulting firm specializing in project management, real estate, and oil and gas. He assumed this position in June 2022 after serving as Executive Director at Princeps Credit Systems Limited (March 2020 – June 2022). With over 20 years of banking experience, Mr. Ufere has held roles across operations, commercial banking, credit and marketing, and risk management. His banking career began at Equitorial Trust Bank in branch operations (Feb 1998 – Mar 1999). He later became branch head of operations at Standard Trust Bank (now UBA), contributing to the development of the North-East Region with Gombe State as its hub. He also served in Fortune International Bank’s commercial banking department (Nov 2001 – Nov 2004) and Diamond Bank (May 2006 – July 2009), where he led recovery efforts in Lagos and the West Region. Mr. Ufere held a senior management position at Guaranty Trust Bank Plc (Aug 2009 – June 2017) as Head of Loan Monitoring and Recovery, and later at Union Bank Plc (July 2017 – Mar 2020) as Head of Business Support and Recovery. Before banking, he worked at SEEPC Nigeria Limited, a French manufacturing company, as Maintenance Officer and later Maintenance Manager at its largest poultry farm in Kano State. Currently, Mr. Ufere is a shareholder in Princeps Holding Company and a director at Cycord Ventures Limited and Ancient Rock Services International Limited. He holds a B.Eng in Agricultural Soil and Water Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, and an MBA from ESUT Business School, Lagos. He is a member of the Nigeria Institute of Management, the Certified Pension Institute of Nigeria, the Institute of Operations Management (University of Warwick), and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (HCIB).

Jennifer Iloabachie is an accomplished financial services executive with over 25 years of experience spanning commercial banking, reserve-based lending, public sector banking, brand management, wealth management, and strategic business leadership. As an Executive Director at Blue Marina Asset Management Limited, she plays a pivotal role in driving the firm's growth strategy, client engagement, and investment solutions, leveraging her extensive expertise in capital preservation, wealth creation, and relationship management to deliver sustainable value for clients and stakeholders

Her leadership philosophy was forged at ExxonMobil, Zenith Bank, UBA, and Brains & Hammers, where she developed a "backbone" of results-based management rooted in the belief that astute personnel selection and capacity building are the primary engines of financial success. During her 16-year tenure at United Bank for Africa (UBA), Jennifer rose to the rank of Deputy General Manager, serving as Group Head of Energy Banking, overseeing the NNPC and its Joint Venture project accounts with International Oil Companies (IOCs), and later leading strategic public sector supervision within the FCT.

A perennial "MVP" award recipient, she was consistently recognized for delivering exceptional Profit Before Tax (PBT) performance and service excellence. Jennifer is an alumna of London Business School and holds an MBA in Marketing and a B.Sc. (2.1) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Her academic foundation is further bolstered by extensive international and domestic executive training in Banking and Finance, Reserve-Based Lending, Real Estate, and Asset Management. She is an Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (HCIB) and a member of the Chartered Institute of Finance and Control.

Uche-Okoro Ijeoma Juliet is a seasoned legal practitioner and governance professional with over three decades of service in the Federal Ministry of Justice and several other key Federal Ministries, where she rose to the level of Director of Legal Services. She is recognized for her expertise in corporate governance, compliance, policy advisory, and legislative drafting, as well as her ability to lead high-stakes negotiations and provide strategic legal advice at the highest levels of government. She has also demonstrated a clear ability to align governance structures with institutional objectives and national priorities.

Ijeoma is the Principal Partner at Prime Legit Nexus (Solicitors), where she continues to provide high-level legal advisory services to boards, executives, and organizations in both the public and private sectors.She has served at various times as a member of the boards of the Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja, the Nigeria Shippers’ Council, and the Nigerian Ports Authority, bringing her legal expertise and governance insight to bear on critical sectors of national development. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the African Women in Maritime Organization (WIMA), Nigeria, where she supports the advancement of women in global maritime leadership.

Ijeoma is a Fellow of the Institute of Strategic Entrepreneurs of Nigeria (FISEN), and a member of the Advisory Board of WIMA Nigeria. These affiliations reflect her commitment to continuous professional excellence and to contributing to the growth of legal and governance practice in Nigeria and beyond."

Maxwell is a seasoned Technology and Innovation Leader with over 8 years of experience driving digital transformation, enterprise technology strategy, and operational excellence within the financial services sector. As Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Blue Marina Asset Management Limited, he provides strategic oversight for technology, cybersecurity, digital platforms, enterprise architecture, and innovation initiatives, ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and client-focused solutions that support business growth and enhance customer experience.

Throughout his career at ARM HoldCo., and PwC Nigeria, Maxwell has successfully led enterprise-wide technology initiatives, optimized business processes, strengthened governance frameworks, and delivered transformative solutions that create measurable value. With expertise spanning software engineering, cloud computing, DevOps, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and technology strategy, he is passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to build resilient digital ecosystems, foster innovation, and position organizations for sustainable growth in an increasingly digital world.

Funmilayo Olayiwola is a Compliance and Governance professional with over a decade of experience across the securities, trusteeship, oil and gas, and broader non-bank financial services sectors in Nigeria. As Head, Governance and Compliance at Blue Marina Asset Management Limited, she leads the firm's governance, and regulatory compliance functions, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and the highest standards of corporate governance while supporting the organization's strategic objectives

Throughout her career, Funmilayo has held key roles at leading institutions, including Stanbic IBTC Stockbrokers Limited, Asset & Resource Management Holding Company (ARM HoldCo.), Anchoria Securities, and Enyo Retail and Supply Limited. She has also contributed to industry-wide regulatory development as a member of the Rules Development and Review Committee of Compliance Officers of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and played a significant role in representing Nigerian Capital Market Operators during the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) engagements that supported Nigeria’s removal from the grey list in 2025. A Designate Compliance Professional (DCP) of the Compliance Institute of Nigeria and a Sponsored Individual of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), she is recognized for her expertise in compliance, governance, risk management, and regulatory advisory, helping organizations build resilient and sustainable business practices.