Ronelle has worked in a number of senior management and operational roles across the investment, real estate and financial services sectors, both in the UK and overseas. Upon joining Recognise she created the Bank’s customer experience strategy, developing processes and journeys to achieve good outcomes for lending and savings customers.
As COO she leads on all activities in support of the Bank’s operational policies and objectives, in particular supporting the development of Recognise’s digital innovation capability.
Ronelle volunteers as a Senior Project Manager for The Parasol Foundation Trust, a charity helping disadvantaged women succeed in the business world, and she also leads the Bank in its partnership with Women in Banking and Finance (WIBF).
Accomplished financial services professional with 20+ years of experience in digital transformation at top tier organisations. Exceptional acumen underpinned by successful delivery track record, wealth management background and MBA from Imperial College
Veterinary surgeon and co-founder of leading UK vegan pet food brand Omni. With over 10 years clinical experience, an MBA from Imperial College London and a passion for all things pet, Dr. Guy started Omni to create healthier food that was kinder to the planet and loved by pets.
Robin Simsa is the CEO of Revo Foods, and has a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Gothenburg and Tufts University and is recognized as one of FORBES “30 under 30” for the DACH region. With a background in biotechnology and a passion for ocean sustainability, Robin has extensive experience in the field of 3D food printing, which he used when building his first start up. Revo Foods has revolutionized the production of plant-based fish alternatives and is currently the largest supplier of salmon alternatives in Europe. What makes the fish alternatives so unique are their sensory properties along with an authentic taste, and of course their reduced impact on the environment. In his speech, he will address the developments in 3D printing and the future of sustainable food production, as well as his dedication to finding innovative solutions to address the challenges of sustainable transformation in the food industry.
Frederic Carbonnier is a Swiss international finance executive with more than 25 years of successful experience in international banking and finance, with expertise in investments advisory & management, private equity and family office.
Frederic served as senior manager with some of the most prominent banks including UBS, Pictet, Lombard Odier and UBP. Frederic Manages and monitors international investment strategy (portfolio, real estate, private equity, tax, lending, art) for a portfolio of over CHF 500 million. Heads the investment committee at HELMS and Structures and updates the asset allocation. Expert in asset allocation and risk management tools.
Very extensive international network of investors and family offices enabling ongoing sourcing of high quality investment opportunities.
He is the father of 3 children and is fluent in five languages
As a seasoned commercial executive, with over 20 years’ experience I have worked for some of South Africa’s largest JSE listed companies.. As an accomplished turn around agent I have an excellent track record of engaging and reinvigorating businesses to ensure I streamline the divisions I run to create highly efficient and profitable businesses. My ability to motivate teams and drive new business initiatives has provided me with opportunities that have greatly enriched my experience as an astute commercial business person. I have excellent marketing, branding skills and possess the skills to reposition the companies I run in the market by improving their performance. The scope of industry sectors I have worked in have provided me with an ability to work at any level in any in complex environments. I am currently the Director of Customer Experience for Absa Bank Mauritius Limited where I lead the transformation of CX across all segments, aligned to our digital transformation. I also lead the CX roll out across the African continent, in 10 countries, as we standardize towards a single experience across the region.
