Michael Marks

Michael Marks has a diverse and extensive work experience in various industries. Michael is currently the Managing Partner at Empros Capital, an investment firm focused on high-growth private companies globally. Prior to this, they founded and served as the Managing Partner at Innoventure Partners, a multi-family office investment platform. Michael has also served as the Director of Strategy and Corporate Development at SQREEM Technologies, a leading AI company. In addition, Michael has held positions such as Board Director at Startups Club Services Pvt Ltd, ATMU, and NASDAQ-Listed Companies. Michael has also served as a Board Director, Founder, and President at Middle Kingdom Alliance Corporation, and as the Managing Director and China Head at Sonnenblick-Goldman Company. Michael's early career includes roles as a Partner at Horwath HTL, a consulting organization specialized in the hospitality industry. Throughout their career, Michael has demonstrated expertise in investment, funds management, advisory services, and cross-border business development.

Michael Marks has a strong background in accounting and finance. Michael received a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of the Witwatersrand in 1994. Michael went on to pursue a Master's Degree at the same university from 1995 to 1997. During this time, they also obtained the qualification of Associate Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in 1995. Michael further expanded their education by obtaining the Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification from the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants in 1997. In 2001, they completed the qualification of Fellow of the Association of International Accountants (FAIA) from the Association of International Accountants. Additionally, they have attained further certifications including the ExecRanks Certificate of Continuing Board Education in 2017.