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"The world economic resurgence continues, more or less as predicted. Financial Services are actually one of the major pillars of our economy and will continue to be the linchpin of our economy. The setting up of an appropriate legal framework to promote Foundations, Private Occupational Pensions and New concept of Trusts will further consolidate the product offerings of the Mauritius International Financial Centre (MIFC) and will enhance confidence of investors using the MIFC as a wealth and asset management jurisdiction."James Benoit
James Benoit was previously a Global Management Executive with HSBC Group for 16 years in emerging and developing markets like China, Philippines, Hong Kong, the Middle East, Canada and Mauritius. He has developed, implemented and grown leading consumer banking, wealth management, credit cards and corporate banking businesses in these regions with proven ability to engage customers, regulators and staff from diverse backgrounds.
James is also a Chartered Financial Analyst and a co-founder of the local Chapter of the CFA Institute which has won global awards for revitalization under his Presidency. He is a sought-after financial conference speaker and opinion leader published in media channels in South Africa, London, India, UK, Vietnam, Singapore, Philippines and Mauritius.
He has created, grown and led top-quality banking franchises in major and emerging markets around the globe. He is currently the CEO and Executive Director of AfrAsia Bank Limited, a regional corporate and private bank based in Mauritius. Co-founded as a start-up and lead on behalf of the largest conglomerate, GML in Mauritius, it is an early leader to connect Africa-Asia trade and investment corridor. The African Lions meet the Asian Tigers in Mauritius.
Upcoming Conferences
Media Release - 04 June 2013
Media Release - 21 February 2013
AfrAsia Bank wins the "Best Local Private Bank Award" in 3 consecutive years
James Benoit has numerous publications to his name and has appeared in several world-famous financial magazines and newsletters. As the President of the Society of Financial Analysts of Mauritius (SFAM), he regularly publishes articles related to the world of corporate finance. His area of specialty is the ongoing money migration from West to East and South-South trade as the new global economic model.
