Our Team
PALANI ALAGAPPAN
NON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Palani is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of extensive experience in Treasury, Operations, Compliance, and system related functions. He has proven Compliance and Risk Management expertise, including Market and Operational Risk. Palani has a strong track record of driving operational transformation by capturing business opportunities, enhancing efficiency through automated solutions and process restructuring, and developing innovative products across Treasury, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Structured, and Shari’ah-compliant offerings.
RAJ KAUL
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR
Raj is a seasoned Private Banking Executive with over 30 years of experience at top institutions like Julius Baer and Barclays. Specializing in the Middle East, Europe, and East Africa, he has earned a strong reputation for fostering long-term relationships with UHNW clients through his personalized approach and commitment to understanding their unique needs. His expertise in navigating complex client dynamics and delivering tailored, value-driven solutions positions him as a trusted advisor and a key figure in the private banking sector.
DEEPAK CHOUDHURY
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR
Deepak is an accomplished Private Banking Executive with over 20 years of experience at prestigious institutions such as Julius Baer, Barclays, and ICICI Bank. He has consistently excelled in serving UHNW clients in the Middle East and East Africa regions, earning recognition for his expertise, reliability, and personalized solutions. His skill in managing complex client relationships and his talent for identifying value-driven opportunities establish him as a trusted advisor in the private banking industry.
PURNIMA PILLAI
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
Purnima is an accomplished banking professional with over 15 years of wealth management experience at leading institutions such as Julius Baer and Barclays. As Associate Director at Julius Baer, she played a key role in onboarding High Net Worth individuals and enhancing operational efficiencies. Her operational expertise, combined with a strong focus on risk controls, further strengthens her ability to deliver exceptional client service.
SANJAY KHATWANI
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Sanjay is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and MBA with over 20 years of experience across the UAE, Africa, and India. He has worked with prestigious institutions such as Julius Baer and Baer Capital. His expertise encompasses regulatory and tax reporting, external and internal audits, finance, and accounting. Notably, he also served as a registered Finance Officer with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA).