Ross Nicholls manages the UK operation of IR Global. He speaks with members on a daily basis, to ensure the network continues to deliver excellent service whilst meeting expectations. Ross has spent his whole career in sales and marketing, focusing on brand development within a B2B environment. Significant time spent overseas gives him a fantastic […]
Read moreMany business people have never really known the mixture of terror and excitement that goes with starting a company from scratch, with little more than an idea. This form of ‘pure’ entrepreneurialism takes a certain type of person, able to overcome multiple setbacks and remain relentlessly focused when their goals seem far out of reach. […]
Read moreStarting a business should be a labour of love and building trust is a key element of success. This is the philosophy espoused by Peggy Millikin, as she embarks on her sixth year as an entrepreneur with her own intellectual property (IP) law practice, Millikin McKay. Peggy has built an enviable international client base, capitalising […]
Read moreA desire to move away from the hierarchical nature of large law firms and a passion for social enterprise are the driving forces behind LeQuid, a Madrid-based business law firm and IR Global member. LeQuid specialises in corporate and tax law, including restructuring, insolvency and mergers & acquisitions – all of which sounds very routine […]
Read moreJust two years ago, Veronique Dalli was an advocate with one of Malta’s leading law firms, working as defence counsel on criminal prosecutions in the Maltese court system and the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. Now, in 2018, she is managing partner of her own boutique firm, Dalli Advocates, with a broad remit […]
Read moreTurning 40 is a significant milestone for most people, and so it was for Thomas Paoletti as he made a decision that would fundamentally change his life and career. Already a successful lawyer in Italy, as part of his family practice, Thomas made the decision to move several thousand miles east and establish his own […]
Read moreAndria Andreou moved to Cyprus in her early thirties from a career as a City of London commercial litigation lawyer. Having decided to follow a ‘non-contentious’ path, and prior to relocating, she had secured a senior position as a shipping lawyer in the largest law firm in Cyprus, as well as a place of residence […]
Read moreThe Trump Administration’s ‘Made in America’ policy may be causing headaches for many US importers, but for Bob Silverman, every twist in the ongoing saga is a new opportunity for his legal practice. Despite 30 years as a trade and customs lawyer, Bob says he has never seen the law used in such a way […]
Read moreActing ethically and diligently with integrity, respect and pride in work are the driving principles behind William Spiteri Bailey’s rise to the most senior accountancy position in Malta. William, a partner with RSM Malta, was appointed as President of the Malta Institute of Accountants (MIA) in July last year, capping a 30-year career on the […]
Read moreThe path to Hilary’s current role has not been completely straight, however, with stints working in the USA and other areas of legal practice before focusing on a specialism. She believes the opportunity to rise so far, so fast, is down to the progressive environment at Wicki Partners and the vision of the firm’s leadership […]
Read moreAs a high profile CPA with a global practice, Isabella Bertani is a role model for young professionals striving for success in a highly competitive industry. Over a 25-year career, Isabella has risen to the very top of her profession in Canada’s largest city Toronto. She was recently bestowed the honour of Fellow by the […]
Read morePerspective is a word that rises to the surface of one’s mind when talking with Lionel Paraire. You get the sense that here is a man who understands exactly what he needs from life to keep a smile on his face – even during his daily commute by scooter through the notorious rush hour traffic […]
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