Alex Gray is responsible for all of LIBF’s trade qualifications and training. He joined LIBF after 30 years in international banking which saw him conduct a number of different banking roles overseas as part of HSBC’s international manager cadre, specialising in trade finance and running operations teams in India, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the UK, whilst also being engaged in trade sales roles in Taiwan, Vancouver and the UK. After 3 years at Santander Alex was engaged as a Trade trainer for the Great Chatwell Academy of Learning which included delivery of programmes to Santander and the Association of Foreign Banks.

Tamara Myrie-Newhouse is a Transaction Manager within the Guarantees and Standby letter of Credit banking framework. A proponent of knowledge as the cornerstone to achievement and success, she holds degrees in Political Science and Management Studies, a Masters of Arts in Human Relations and Employment Law as well as the Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantee (CSDG). Her background in Multi-site retail management has given her a unique perspective on the function of the Financial Sector in the business dynamic and the inherent risks this entails. An avid reader, Tamara uses this to broaden her perspective on life’s experiences and people.

Jeff Ando is an experienced events professional with nearly 20 years’ media industry experience, having joined GTR in 2009. In his role he is responsible for the output of all GTR conferences, seminars and online event content across the company’s global portfolio, as well as playing a key role in wider external communications strategy and planning. Jeff also conducts external consultancy and advisory work on behalf of organisations including the ICC Banking Commission and Coriolis Technologies.