Marc-André Sola
SENIOR EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Educational background:
Master of Law, with 25 years of experience in financial services and international wealth and tax planning.
Professional stations:
Founder of the 1291 Group and a number of other companies in different sectors.
Important values:
I believe in family and long term relationships. I want to help my clients with all my experience and network. In all my undertakings I try to create a win-win situation for all parties involved.
Marc-André Sola
SENIOR EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Educational background:
Master of Law, with 25 years of experience in financial services and international wealth and tax planning.
Professional stations:
Founder of the 1291 Group and a number of other companies in different sectors.
Important values:
I believe in family and long term relationships. I want to help my clients with all my experience and network. In all my undertakings I try to create a win-win situation for all parties involved.
Kenette Martin
SALES & OPERATIONS MANAGER
Educational background:
Bachelors of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) at Jose Rizal University.
Professional stations:
Years of hands-on experience in corporate structuring, customer service, administrative and legal support. A strong knowledge and understanding of setting up corporate offshore structures as well as onshore companies in the United Arab Emirates.
Important values:
To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe.
Priyanka Roy Jivani
PARTNER
Educational background:
She is a finance major with Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (majoring in Mergers and Acquisitions) certified and studied Venture Finance at Oxford University.
Professional stations:
With over 17 years of cross-functional and cross-industry experience, Priyanka is a thorough professional with a proven track record of successfully managing various assignments aligning with the overall objectives of the organization. She has been an integral part of A-listed organizations in the past. Her last project was with Quilter PLC where she was the Global Head of Banking – Sales, and Strategy, based out of the UK. Due to her previous projects, she has worked in international markets like Switzerland, Europe, the UK, Singapore, UAE, Africa, and Latin America.
Abdel-Rahman Al-Zoubi
PARTNER
Educational background:
BSc Social Sciences (Major in Economics), University of Ottawa. Certified by the Chartered Insurance Institute, London, UK.
Professional experience:
Abed is a Canadian/Jordanian professional who started his career in the financial industry in Canada before moving back to Jordan, where he started his career in the insurance industry. His experience, qualifications, and eagerness to learn have helped him move up in his career, and he has held managerial positions in Sales & Business Development at the most reputable insurance companies in the Middle East. He moved to Dubai in 2024 to follow his passion and pursue wider opportunities in the global market.
Important values:
Respect, honesty, and persistence are the three pillars of success in my personal and professional life.
"Success is a journey, not a destination" Arthur Ashe
Preeti Rodricks
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Educational background:
Bachelors of Commerce (BCom) in Financial Accounting and Auditing, coupled with expertise gained through an Executive Secretarial Diploma.
Professional stations:
Results-driven professional with over 18 years of proven success in providing meticulous and adept administrative support to C-Suite Executives. Demonstrated expertise gained in dynamic business landscapes of both Dubai and Calgary. Recognized for a proactive problem-solving approach and serving as a pivotal liaison between cross-functional business units and clients.
Important values:
Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.
Xiao Hu
HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION
Educational background:
Master of Finance – Corporate Finance; Bachelor of Commerce – Finance & Marketing
Professional experience:
Xiao brings a wealth of experience to her role and the team in the UAE. She began her career in 2016 in Dubai after completing her undergraduate studies. She later relocated to Hong Kong to pursue an opportunity in the financial services industry, before joining 1291 Group in 2020. She moved back to Dubai in 2024 to become 1291 Group's Head of Administration for the region.
Important values:
The harder you work, the luckier you get.
Kareen Dale Romero
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Educational background:
BSc Management, Centro Escolar University
Important values:
As far as possible without surrender. Be on good terms with everyone.
Shaden Saleh
SENIOR COMPLIANCE MANAGER
Educational background:
BA in Translation Studies from UAE University. Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Compliance Professional (CCP), CISI Level 3 Award in Combating Financial Crime, Certified Risk Management Specialist in Targeted Financial Sanctions (UAE).
Work experience:
Over 10 years of experience in Regulatory Compliance and Financial Crimes Risk within the financial services industry, accredited by the Securities and Commodities Authority (UAE). Held senior compliance roles across banking, insurance, and wealth management sectors, bringing a wealth of expertise in managing and mitigating regulatory and financial crime risks.
Important values:
I recognize that compliance is not merely a legal obligation but an ethical one. We must act in a way that upholds high standards of honesty, fairness, and respect.
Jacque Peenz
PARTNER
Educational background:
Bachelors of Law (LLB) - University of Pretoria - 2012
Professional stations:
Stations: Admitted practicing attorney in the High Court of South Africa since 2014. Wealth structuring specialist advising several family offices, advisers and private clients in the Middle East and Asia at Trident Trust (Dubai).
Important values:
Life is the equivalent of a persons choices and the value of life is measured by relationships that you keep and the choices that you make.
Oren Rose
PARTNER
Educational background:
20 years of experience in financial services, Fintech Author of four economic books
Professional stations:
Established GNC Ltd, Liri Holdings, director of PFS Ltd, 1291Group
Important values:
I believe in honesty and loyalty, which are the basis of any good and fruitful relationship.
I value individual freedom. I strive to bring innovative and creative solutions to my clients.
Karishma Rupani
PARTNER
Educational background:
MBA from The University of Leicester, United Kingdom qualified Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), member of STEP. Karishma is also a member of Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments (MCSI). She speaks English and Hindi fluently.
Professional stations:
With over two decades of experience in the Financial Services industry, Karishma brings a wealth of expertise garnered from her tenure with various Multinational and Local banks in the UAE. Specializing in Wealth Management, Private Banking, Trust Advisory, Estate and Succession Planning, she has provided guidance to High Net Worth and Ultra High Net Worth clients across the Middle East and Africa. She has been instrumental in structuring complex Keyman Insurance and Private Placement Life Insurance Policies.
Connie Quijada
SALES & OPERATIONS MANAGER
Educational background:
Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics
Work experience:
Connie has been responsible for managing new business transactions, ensuring accurate and timely application reviews and communication with providers and clients. She provided essential administrative support to financial advisors, handling client documentation and ensuring smooth daily operations in line with relevant policies and regulations, and to clients service, addressing inquiries and processing policy updates to maintain and foster long-term relationships.
Important values:
I value integrity, accountability, and continuous growth, both personally and professionally. I believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, and taking responsibility for my actions.