Our People

Richard Neville

Asia, USA, Canada, South America Partner

Accomplished Leader with Global Expertise in Strategy, Investment, and Sustainability.

Richard Neville brings a distinguished career spanning military service, global finance, and strategic leadership. A graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada (BA Commerce) and the University of Western Ontario (MBA), Richard has excelled in diverse roles, blending operational precision with business acumen.

Richard’s military foundation includes leadership roles as a Platoon Commander and Operations Officer, earning him top honors in Canada’s CSS programs and paratrooper wings. Transitioning to the private sector, he built a remarkable track record in Asia, holding C-suite roles in investment banking, private equity, and the management of high-growth hospitality and consumer brands.

Notably, as CFO, COO, and Chief Investment Officer of Minor International (MINT), Richard drove the organization’s expansion into a global hospitality powerhouse, recognized thrice by *Forbes* for its excellence. He also managed the pioneering Myanmar Fund, demonstrating his expertise in emerging markets.

In recent years, Richard has advised family offices in Southeast Asia on business restructuring, IPO preparation, and cross-border M&A, leveraging his financial and operational expertise. A certified Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) professional through GARP, he is deeply committed to integrating ESG principles into business strategy.

Richard’s leadership extends to education and community, having served for over a decade on the Foundation Board of Bangkok Patana School, overseeing its growth and operations. A proud citizen of Canada and the Métis First Nation of Ontario, Richard embodies a unique blend of strategic vision, cultural awareness, and a commitment to sustainable growth.

Andrew Pooch

Asia and Oceania Partner

Global Business Leader Driving Growth and Sustainability

Andrew Pooch, a New Zealand native, brings over two decades of leadership experience across Sales, Marketing, and Senior Management roles in Asia and Oceania. With a career anchored in the Food Production, Processing, and Packaging industries, he has partnered with some of the world’s leading FMCG companies across the APAC region, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Andrew has successfully led organizations of 300+ employees, managing operations spanning Japan to India and South Africa to New Zealand. His expertise includes overseeing complex, multi-million-dollar capital equipment projects, ensuring strategic alignment and meticulous governance in engineering and manufacturing sectors.

A passionate advocate for environmental sustainability, Andrew has collaborated with governments and industry leaders to implement cutting-edge environmental technologies in Australia and New Zealand. His contributions have set new benchmarks for sustainability practices in the region.

Andrew’s governance credentials are equally impressive. A Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors, he currently serves as a Non-Executive Director for companies in both Australia and New Zealand, bringing strategic vision and a commitment to sustainable growth to every board he serves.

Andrew’s dynamic leadership and deep commitment to innovation, sustainability, and effective governance make him an asset to organizations navigating growth and transformation.

Libby Costin

USA Partner

Global Sales and Marketing Visionary

Libby Costin is a global strategic leader with deep expertise in sales, marketing, strategy, and business transformation. Having held senior leadership roles in prominent FMCG and B2B organizations, Libby is conversant in both environments and is equally adept at creating strategic business plans and at executing and optimizing growth initiatives. She understands the intricacies of working in both large publicly traded and private companies, including PepsiCo, Avery Dennison, and Tetra Pak.

Libby combines a broad business understanding forged in multiple global assignments with exceptional proficiency in sales, marketing and business transformation, a record of innovative approaches to business growth with a strong commitment to talent development.

At PepsiCo she advanced rapidly through sales, customer, and marketing leadership roles, working on all major PepsiCo brands in the USA before heading to Shanghai, China to lead Pepsi’s growing sales organization. Libby next moved to Avery Dennison and led a team of 1,200 to strong growth and profit improvement in the Apparel Division based in Hong Kong, taking on additional geographic responsibility for South and Central America as well as Asia. At Tetra Pak Libby held multiple marketing leadership roles both global and regional introducing groundbreaking innovation and transformation in the marketing function which gained significant industry and customer recognition worldwide.

Libby is passionate about mentoring and developing talent and has helped to develop and advance the careers of countless team members. She understands what it takes to work your way into the C Suite and has a proven track record of helping others get there.

Ashutosh Manohar

India Partner

Global business leader driving growth, innovation, and strategy A seasoned global business leader with over 25 years of experience at Tetra Pak, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and innovation across diverse markets. With a strong foundation in P&L management, business development, and product innovation, Ashutosh has successfully led organisations across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South Asia, delivering sustainable and profitable growth.

As Managing Director of Tetra Pak Iran, Ashutosh led market expansion and operational efficiencies, followed by an additional regional role overseeing Marketing and Product Management for the Greater Middle East, driving portfolio strategy and customer engagement.

At Tetra Pak’s Global Product Development Centre in Modena, Italy, Ashutosh played a key role in shaping the company’s packaging materials, filling equipment, and product management strategies for its ambient packaging portfolio in the dairy and beverage sector.

With a career marked by strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a commitment to innovation, Ashutosh brings deep industry expertise and a global perspective, fostering long-term business success through market-driven solutions, strong partnerships, and sustainable growth Strategies.

Sanil Nair

Global Head of Digital Services

Visionary Leader in Digital Strategy, Transformation, and Product Innovation

Sanil Nair is a distinguished expert in digital strategy, transformation, and product development, with over 30 years of IT experience and a proven track record of enabling enterprises to excel in their digital journeys. Combining strategic foresight with a pragmatic approach, he has delivered impactful solutions for global giants such as BAe Systems, Coca-Cola, Kimberly-Clark, Tetra Pak, and Crescent Petroleum, across diverse industries including engineering, manufacturing, logistics, media, and legal services.

Sanil’s entrepreneurial spirit has driven success in six international product-based startups, three of which commanded budgets exceeding $3 million. His leadership extends to establishing and scaling offshore delivery centers in India, building teams of up to 80 engineers and 50+ support staff, ensuring seamless service delivery on a global scale.

Sanil’s expertise spans digital strategy, project and product management, risk management, and capability development. His ability to align technology with business goals has been instrumental in architecting and executing enterprise-wide digital initiatives.

As a virtual CTO and independent Partner, Sanil has spearheaded high-impact projects, including AI-driven knowledge management, ERP implementations, and GRC solutions. His strategic and technical acumen positions him as a key enabler of digital transformation, driving long-term success and innovation for businesses worldwide.

Noah Sheridan

Global Business Development Executive

Noah Sheridan is a dynamic professional specializing in operations and client relations within IoT and global connectivity services. With an MSc in International Relations and a BSc in Criminology from Cardiff University, Noah excels in cross-departmental collaboration, strategic data analysis, and building client relationships.

Currently at Wireless Logic, Noah drives client engagement, incident management, and operational excellence, while supporting complex merger processes like the Arkessa-Wireless Logic integration. His global experience, honed through roles at Visalogic and Red Bull, reflects adaptability and a proactive approach to business challenges.

A competitive spirit, cultivated through international education and sports, underscores Noah’s success in fostering growth and delivering high-impact solutions in diverse professional environments.

Imogen Sheridan

Global Digital Media Assistant

Imogen Sheridan is a recent Media and Communications graduate from Cardiff University, driven by a passion for creativity, marketing, and the power of social media in driving organizational success. She combines strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills honed through academic and part-time employment experiences.

Imogen's enthusiasm for the media industry, coupled with her critical thinking and dynamic collaboration abilities, positions her as a valuable contributor to organizations emphasizing innovation and growth. With a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence, she is eager to make a meaningful impact in the next chapter of her career.