Bobby Banks is a seasoned Financial Services executive who has contributed to building sustainable, effective and impactful organizations in international geographies, across the finance, technology, sports and entertainment industries. He brings a proven track record of navigating next-generation funding structures and operating challenges for fast-growth companies (Mountain Partners and Codemasters) and has built a global and active senior executive network.
He was the Managing Director at JP Morgan Chase, London, UK, the Managing Director of Goldman Sachs Group, Managing Partner of Hazelstreet Partners, London, UK, the Group CFO of Mountain Partners AG, and Co-CEO and Head at the London Office of PanAfrican Investment Co.
Mr. Carlson Thow is the Chief Executive Officer of Treasure Global Inc (NASDAQ: TGL), a leading technology solutions provider. With a proven track record in corporate leadership and business strategy, Mr. Thow brings extensive expertise to Treasure Global.
In his previous role as Group Chief Legal Officer at Nasdaq-listed VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG), Mr. Thow was instrumental in leading the company through its transition from a private entity to a publicly listed company on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”). His strategic vision and leadership were key in driving VCI Global's expansion strategies, revenue growth, and enhancing shareholder value.
Mr. Thow's business acumen extends beyond legal matters, with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, streamline processes, and implement strategic initiatives that drive business performance. His deep expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and corporate finance has been crucial in shaping successful business strategies for various organizations.
As CEO of Treasure Global, Mr. Thow leverages his extensive business background and leadership experience to guide the company's strategic direction, foster innovation, and deliver sustainable growth. His commitment to excellence and strategic foresight positions Treasure Global for continued success in the dynamic technology sector.
Mr. Thow holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Northumbria at Newcastle, a Master of Laws from the University of Malaya, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Lancaster. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate of Legal Practice from the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya.
Marco is an experienced Chartered Accountant who worked with PWC in London, South Africa and Silicon Valley, California before working in the digital and technology sectors across a wide range of businesses with a focus on early-stage financing, growth strategy and strategic disposals, restructurings and acquisitions. Marco has a wide range of experience in listing technology and other businesses on NASDAQ in the US and Europe, AIM and other exchanges in the USA and UK and has been involved in the preparation of the listing and IPO documents for several businesses as well as with their capital raising requirements and subsequent regulatory filings.
He has been involved in developing the acquisition and marketing strategies for a number of digital opportunities, with a focus on content published to the app stores, including a business delivering games and other apps to Smart TV app stores and over 70 broadcast carriers. He also established a user acquisition marketing fund for mobile apps and recently negotiated the acquisition of an innovative brand engagement platform for mobile, as well as several rapidly growing digital businesses including online surveys, a medical online doctoring platform and apps in the social, mental health and gaming space.
Jeremy is an experienced corporate financier with a proven track record of sourcing, obtaining funding for and completing deals across a broad range of sectors. Complements a highly focused strategic and analytical approach with a commitment to building long-term client relationships. Expertise and experience spanning the globe with corporates and financial sponsors built up over a 20+ year career.
Dr. Darren Tan, an innovative leader and founder of multiple technology enterprises, holds a B.A. (Hons) Degree and a Diploma in Building Management from Sheffield Hallam University. At age 35, he received an Honorary Doctorate in Strategic Financial Management. Specializing in the IT sector, Dr. Darren offers a wide range of products and services including hardware, software, technical education, applications, and blockchain technology, emphasizing research and development.
In 2007, he founded Ezytronic Co., Ltd., which quickly became a leading IT solutions provider. Under his leadership, Ezytronic achieved accolades such as Dell EMC's Top Core Client in SMB in Malaysia for five years running and Top 1 in Dell Enterprise Solution for three consecutive years.
Dr. Darren's achievements include the OGB Malaysia Kind Hearts Award in 2019, being named a Top 30 Finalist in Science and/or Technological Development for the Ten Outstanding Young Malaysia and receiving The Most Prominent Entrepreneur Outstanding Men Recognition Award.
