Smith O'connor

The Chairman of Masraf London

MASRAF LONDON is a private entity and thus can structure loans more quickly and more creatively than conventional banks. MASRAF LONDON’s role is that of an independent and trusted financial counselor, providing a personalized service with uncompromising integrity.

Smith O'Connor is an inspirational entrepreneur and a well-known investor who owns a runs a large number of companies under several portfolios around the world.

He has extensive experience of over 40 years of leading a diverse range of businesses across different industry sectors such as technology, healthcare & pharmaceuticals, energy, consumer services, real estate, financial and other sectors.

Having been around the globe as a thought leader, strategic consultant, and mentor who holds a valuable entrepreneurial and advisory portfolio, Smith has always been exceptionally well placed to drive the growth of every business he led organically, with his ability to identify and correctly value businesses with investment opportunities in different markets and fields, including emerging markets, new technologies, and infant industries.

In addition to helming EFEID as a Board Member, Smith sits on the boards of several regional and international organizations including AMTC Ltd, International Education Ltd, Luxury Retail Concept London Limited, One Tech London Limited, Tags Management Partners, and Orion Group London Ltd. Smith holds two Master's degrees, one in International Law, and the second in Economics and Business, and he speaks four languages including English, Arabic, French, and Greek.

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