Vijay Goel

Director

Vijay,   a   Senior   Partner   at Singhania       &       Co       in London,       is       a       global businessman,        solicitor, philanthropist,              and entrepreneur    recognised for    his    extensive    cross- border    expertise    in    law and   business.   His   influential   roles   span   prominent   organisations that drive trade, investment, and social development globally. A   founding   member   of   the   British   Asian   Trust’s   Founder   Circle,   Vijay supports     South     Asian     initiatives     in     education,     health,     and livelihoods.   He   is   also   an   Economic   Consultant   for   Malta   Enterprise, advising on growth strategies for Malta. Vijay’s   dedication   to   social   causes   includes   serving   as   a   trustee   for Ekal   Vidyalaya   Foundation   UK,   which   supports   rural   education   in India.   As   a   representative   of   the   Andhra   Pradesh   Government,   he contributes   to   India’s   Amravati   Smart   City   Project.   He   also   founded the   Indo-EU   Business   Forum   (IEBF)   to   strengthen   Indo-European business relationships. In    the    UK,    Vijay    chaired    the    Asian    Business    Association    at    the London    Chamber    of    Commerce    and    serves    as    Chairman    of ASSOCHAM     UK.     His     diplomatic     roles     have     included     Chief Coordinator   of   the   2014   Pravasi   Bharatiya   Divas   in   London   and committee    membership    in    the    Gandhi    Statue    Project    near    the British Parliament. Vijay’s    influence    extends    to    his    Vice-Chairmanship    of    the    Africa International   Business   Forum   and   his   role   on   the   Board   of   the   NRI Foundation.    A    noted    figure    in    Asian    Who’s    Who    UK,    he    holds memberships   with   the   High   Court   Bar   Association   in   New   Delhi   and other organisations like The Indus Entrepreneur (TiE) UK. He   is   also   a   Centenary   Ambassador   for   SOAS   and   an   Ambassador for   Barnardo’s,   the   UK’s   largest   children’s   charity.   His   work   with   the Commonwealth   Business   Council   as   a   Special   Advisor   highlights   his commitment    to    fostering    cross-border    investment    and    cultural exchange.    Vijay’s    strategic    insight    and    leadership    continue    to inspire international business and philanthropic collaborations. Contact Information: Tel.   +44 (0)207 0963 964 Email. vijay@vanguardbridging.com

John Clifford

Director

With     a     career     spanning almost   four   decades,   John is     a     highly     experienced financial          and          legal entrepreneur in real estate finance,      bespoke      asset lending,   and   ultra-high   net worth client management. As   the   Founder   and   Managing   Director   of   The   Conrad   Family   Office, John   heads   a   London-based,   multi-family   office   serving   an   elite   roster of     UHNW     clients     both     nationally     and     internationally.     His     firm specialises     in     providing     bespoke     financial     solutions,     investment advisory,   and   wealth   management   services,   supported   by   a   skilled team and an extensive network of global partners. John’s expertise is rooted in almost forty years of hands-on experience, initially    cultivated    through    roles    in    property-based    investment    and lending.   His   deep   understanding   of   UK   and   international   compliance has   been   a   cornerstone   of   his   work,   allowing   him   to   navigate   complex regulatory   landscapes   and   protect   client   interests.   Over   the   years,   John has   also   acquired   substantial   litigation   experience,   successfully   leading complex   cases   to   alternative   dispute   resolution   (ADR)   outcomes   with the support of distinguished legal teams. In    addition    to    his    role    at    The    Conrad    Family    Office,    John    is    the Managing Director of Conrad Capital—a specialist lender in the UK real estate    and    asset-based    lending    markets,    offering    niche    financing options   for   assets   such   as   supercars,   fine   art,   and   luxury   goods.   He also    leads    Central    Bridging,    a    privately    funded,    short-term    lender focused on residential and commercial real estate. John’s   influence   extends   beyond   his   firms.   He   serves   as   an   adviser   to   a number   of   UK   lending   companies,   holds   a   position   on   an   international family   office   board   and   is   a   frequent   speaker   at   leading   family   office conferences. Known   for   his   philanthropic   interests,   John   combines   his   vast   network and expertise to create impact-driven financial solutions that reflect his commitment to both client success and community support. Contact Information: Tel.   +44 (0)207 0963 964 Email. john@vanguardbridging.com