Forsyth Partners appoints new global Head of Intermediary Relationships

In July 2006, Forsyth Partners relocated its global headquarters from the UK to Dubai and became the first asset management company to be headquartered at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Geoff relocated to Dubai from Forsyth Partners in Jersey where he joined in July 2004 as a Sales Director responsible for Forsyth's life company relationships. Prior to joining Forsyth, Geoff worked for 19 years with Fidelity Investments International where he held various positions in sales territories including Offshore UK, Offshore Europe, Ireland, Middle East and Non-resident alien business in the US. Geoff's regional experience includes a two year stint with the National Commercial Bank in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Paul Forsyth, Chief Executive, Forsyth Partners said, "I am thrilled to announce the appointment of Geoff and welcome him to our global headquarters in Dubai. He is a highly regarded professional with over two decades of industry experience across many international markets.
Geoff will be a valuable member of Forsyth's senior management team and will play a critical role in our global intermediary relationships."

At Forsyth Partners, Geoff will have overall responsibility for intermediary relationships and will be based in the landmark Gate Building within the DIFC. He will oversee intermediary relationships for Forsyth Partners subsidiaries in various countries including the Dubai based DFSA regulated world-wide distribution business, Forsyth Partners Global Distributors Ltd and regional operations, Forsyth Partners (Middle East) Ltd.

Commenting on his appointment, Geoffrey Tait said, "I am really excited to relocate to Dubai and work at Forsyth's global head quarters. I look forward to my tenure in Dubai and welcome the opportunity to work at the world's newest financial centre. It is a great privilege for me to work with our clients and intermediaries and the fantastic team at Forsyth Partners in Dubai."