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J.S. Held Digital, Data & Technology Experts Address Evolving Business Risks & Opportunities

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JERICHO, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Global consulting firm J.S. Held, proudly celebrating 50 transformative years, announces a multidisciplinary team to address rapidly growing opportunities and risks associated with data, technology, and digital transformation

 

J.S. Held experts present actionable strategies to thrive in a digital economy.

J.S. Held draws upon more than 1,500 technical, scientific, financial, and strategic experts across the globe with expertise in cyber security consulting and digital investigations; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and environmental, health, and safety (EHS) digital solutions; and information governance and data privacy consulting. 

With trillions spent on digital transformation worldwide, data breaches costing $4.88M on average in 2024, and electronic discovery accounting for around 6.5M pages of data in a typical civil case, data is the energy source driving digital transformation. According to the latest estimates, 402.74M terabytes of data are created daily. Data flows are crucial to seamless communication and transactions between businesses, facilitating daily operations, innovation, and competitive advantage in a digital economy. According to International Chamber of Commerce statistics, data transfers contribute $2.8T to global GDP, outpacing the worldwide trade in goods, and is projected to reach $11T by 2025.

J.S. Held experts advise business executives, investors, government agencies, legal counsel, risk managers, and insurance professionals. Multidisciplinary experts help clients identify and mitigate risk, build resiliency, protect information, manage compliance, realize business value from their data and digital assets, process and analyze large volumes of information, conduct digital investigations, prevent and respond to cyber incidents, navigate litigation, and achieve successful digital transformation outcomes.

Cyber Security Consulting & Digital Investigations

J.S. Held experts equip clients with innovative solutions that prepare them for a cyber crisis and help them return to full operations after an incident. A global team of former federal law enforcement, network security experts, forensic accountants, former prosecutors, and investigators is engaged to respond to cyber incidents effectively; enhance implementation of incident response, remediation, and recovery efforts; innovate cyber security strategies to help clients become more resilient and manage risk; and advise in complex investigations and litigation. J.S. Held has specialized service lines in the areas of cloud security consulting, cyber risk and compliance, digital forensics, electronic discovery (eDiscovery), forensic data analytics, penetration testing, and virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO).

ESG & EHS Digital Solutions

The J.S. Held team draws on vast experience in diverse fields, including management consulting, regulatory compliance, information technology, and occupational health and safety, to provide ESG and EHS advisory and technology services globally. This diversity benefits clients and allows J.S. Held to offer a wide range of unique ESG and EHS solutions – from end-to-end software implementation to process optimization, management solutions, governance, and regulatory compliance consulting.

Information Governance & Data Privacy Consulting

J.S. Held data privacy and information governance experts work alongside clients to ensure the safe management, utilization, and disposal of information throughout their global ecosystem. Experts with technical expertise and investigative experience collaborate with clients to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data across their organization to minimize corporate risk, safeguard private information, and minimize exposure from non-compliance. As usable sources of information expand, the team conducts ongoing system reviews and offers innovative solutions, processes, and applications to address evolving regulatory compliance requirements.

Meet the Experts

J.S. Held has curated a collection of entrepreneurial experts who are leaders in their industry – visionaries who not only understand the intricacies of their fields but have also navigated the volatile waters of business themselves, ensuring the advice clients receive is not just theoretical but grounded in real-world experience and innovation.

Steven Andersen specializes in ESG & EHS Digital Solutions. With over 20 years of experience in the sustainability industry, Steven advises large multinational clients with diverse risk exposure across various geographies and operations. His efforts have supported many enterprises’ proactive management of ESG issues, improving compliance and sustainability outcomes.

Denis Calderone is a Cyber Security Consulting specialist with 25 years of helping a diverse client base that spans all market vertices. Denis’ broad experience is highlighted by his many years of proactive security service delivery and program development. He is a seasoned penetration tester with expertise in red teaming as well as black and white box penetration testing and purple teaming approaches. Denis and his team of highly experienced testers craft highly customized testing schemes targeting hardware, software, applications, and humans alike. Denis also performs the role of virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) for a diverse set of J.S. Held clients. He takes pride in delivering custom-tailored, forward-thinking strategies that align with each client’s unique threat profile. His skills extend across cyber security compliance frameworks, program and policy development, and infosec mentorship and training. Whether leading as a vCISO, conducting tabletop simulations, or developing security workflows, Denis’ preventive focus empowers organizations to strengthen their defenses in today’s complex cyber landscape.

With over 25 years of experience, Stephen O’Malley specializes in eDiscovery, digital forensic investigations, investigative data analytics, and cyber security consulting. His work encompasses some of the largest multinational investigations, providing critical evidence for litigation support, deploying advanced technology solutions, conducting major fraud and corruption investigations, and enhancing organizations’ legal and operational integrity. In addition to serving as a principal investigative consultant responsible for investigating components for the trustee in the Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities liquidation at the direction of the SIPC Trustee’s counsel, he played a central role in the insider trading investigation and response to multiple SEC subpoenas related to GameStop short sale price spike in 2021-2022.

Specializing in electronic discovery, digital transformation, cyber risk advisory, and digital forensics, Simon Placks has led projects across many industries. Simon addresses the complex challenges faced by large enterprises, helping many companies manage risks associated with misconduct and crime, implement advanced technology solutions, and enhance their legal compliance.

J.S. Held is recognized as an industry leader in the Verdantix Green Quadrant for Sustainability & ESG Consulting and was recently acknowledged by Acquisition International Magazine as the Best Business Intelligence & Cyber Security Consulting Firm in New York for 2024.

As data, technology, and online activity play a more significant role in an increasingly digital world, J.S. Held presents comprehensive expertise to help organizations manage risk and capitalize on opportunities globally. 

About J.S. Held

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

More than 1,500 professionals serve organizations across six continents, including 81% of the Global 200 Law Firms, 70% of the Forbes Top 20 Insurance Companies (85% of the NAIC Top 50 Property & Casualty Insurers), and 65% of the Fortune 100 Companies.

J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not law firms and do not provide legal advice. Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/ SIPC, or Ocean Tomo Investment Group, LLC, a part of J.S. Held, member FINRA/ SIPC. All rights reserved.

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Kristi L. Stathis | Global Public Relations | +1 786-833-4864 | Kristi.Stathis@jsheld.com

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Qatar Development Bank announces strategic investment in global Islamic FinTech, Wahed

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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announces a strategic investment in Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech.

Wahed currently manages over $1 billion in assets and has attracted over 400,000 clients worldwide. The company is built on the principles of democratizing access to financial services and offers clients access to Shariah-compliant investments in its mobile app. Wahed removes the barriers to sophisticated investment management services that have been traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.

Khalid Al Jassim, Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA said: ‘We are delighted to welcome our new shareholders, QDB. We believe Qatar is fully aligned with our mission in creating a technology-first Islamic finance leader that unlocks a financial ecosystem free from Riba. We look forward to supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030 of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy.

Ali Rahimtula, Partner at Cue Ball Capital said: “Qatar Development Bank’s strategic investment is a clear signal of the faith the industry has in Wahed and its ability to create the future of Islamic Finance.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

About Qatar Development Bank

Qatar Development Bank’s mission is to advance the economic and innovation development cycle of Qatar, supporting and contributing to the nation’s economic diversification. As well as a focus on the development of Qatar’s private sector, QDB is a powerful catalyst for socio-economic development in the country, empowering the local economy and bettering living standards.

For more information, visit: https://www.qdb.qa/

 

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Wahed appoints Khalid Al Jassim as Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA to help guide the strategic growth of Wahed in the region

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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech, has appointed Khalid Al Jassim as Chairman of Wahed MENA.

On this appointment, Khalid commented, ”I am excited to guide Wahed’s growth in the region. Wahed’s mission of furthering Islamic Finance is one I resonate with deeply and I look forward to supporting its growth ambitions.”

Khalid has over twenty five years of investment banking and corporate advisory experience gained with some of the most innovative and groundbreaking institutions in the world.

His career spans leading firms including SABIC, Arthur Anderson and Arcapita Bank in Bahrain, where he was instrumental in making it into one of the PE powerhouses in the region. His responsibilities started in the earlier years with establishing the Investment Placement Team and transforming it into one of the most robust teams in the industry. At the time that Khalid left Arcapita to build his personal business, he was an Executive Director. Today he is Chairman of Afkar Vision, a private advisory house specialized in mergers and acquisitions with offices in Manama, Dubai and Riyadh.

As well as being one of the earliest investors in Wahed, he is currently Chairman of the Audit Committee and Board Member at Bahrain Islamic Bank, the 4th oldest Islamic Bank in the World and Board Member at SICO Bank and SICO Capital in Saudi, an $8bn asset manager in the region.

Mohsin Siddiqui, Wahed CEO said, “We are delighted to announce Khalid’s appointment. His unique understanding of the financial landscape in the MENA region is unparalleled and we are excited to bring this expertise in continuing to grow our presence in the region.”

About Wahed

Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.

For more information, visit: www.wahed.com

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“India Global Forum’s mission more relevant than ever,” says Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ahead of IGF Middle East and Africa 2024

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India Global Forum’s flagship event in UAE kicks off in Dubai on 25 November with IGF ForumPolicymakers, politicians, business figures and celebrities from India, UAE, Africa to converge at inaugural session

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ahead of India Global Forum’s (IGF) flagship Middle East & Africa 2024 (ME&A 2024) in Dubai on Monday, 25 November, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman commended the role of the organisation in fostering global partnerships.

“Through their impactful and outcomes driven work, India Global Form has consistently provided a platform that fosters a better understanding of modern India and its vast opportunities for the global audience. It has also played an important role in building meaningful cross-border connections.

“India Global Forum’s mission to build corridors of technology, talent, investment and trust is more relevant than ever,” she said.

Under the theme of ‘Limitless Horizons’, IGF ME&A 2024 will foster new partnerships and collaborations between India, the Middle East, and Africa, unlocking opportunities in sectors such as technology, finance, sustainability and innovation.

The two-day event will begin with a special address by India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.

The inaugural session will also witness UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, Omar al Olama, delve into the policies and reforms driving technological innovation in the UAE.

Looking forward to IGF ME&A, Indian Ambassador to the UAE, Sunjay Sudhir said: “The India-UAE relationship has entered an exciting new phase of exponential growth. We are at a moment in history where India-UAE relations are driving the synergy between our regions which has never been greater, and IGF serves as a beacon for harnessing this potential.”

Manoj Ladwa, Founder and Chairman, India Global Forum (IGF), said: “India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, aptly noted during his recent visit to Dubai that the India-UAE ties are in an era of new milestones. These ties are not just about trade figures or agreements – they represent a deeper alignment of values, aspirations, and shared visions for the future. IGF Middle East and Africa is an opportunity to channel this momentum into actionable outcomes that benefit not just our nations but the wider region.”

Featuring over 200 speakers and 1,000 participants across nine streams, IGF ME&A 2024 includes:

IGF Dialogues: An exclusive gathering of industry leaders and policymakers engaging in peer-to-peer roundtable discussions.IGF Forum: A Deep dive into how India, the Middle East, and Africa can embrace limitless horizons in a changing worldLeaders Dinner: An exclusive by-invite only dinner at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu DhabiFounders and Funders Forum: Spotlighting the possibilities and pitfalls of the growing role of AI in India, the Middle East, and Africa.Climate and Business Forum (ClimB) – Exploring how businesses can achieve growth while prioritising sustainability and climate actionIGF Focus Forum – Discussions across diverse event streams, including leadership, entrepreneurship, healthcare, skilling and cultureDisruptors in the Desert – Demystifying emerging trends and technologies across key sectors poised to shape the next decade of the Global South. 

These engagements will tackle pressing global challenges, from climate change and energy transition to the future of AI and digital economies, bringing together a diverse lineup of global leaders, business pioneers, policymakers, and innovators.

Key Speakers across the event include:

H.E. Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work ApplicationsH.E. Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to UAEMahesh Bhupathi, Indian Tennis LegendYusuf Tambawala, Vice President of Growth & Business Support, DP WorldLeander Paes, Indian Tennis LegendAbhimanyu Munjal, Managing Director and CEO, Hero FincorpHarsh Jain, Co-Founder, Dream11Monish Shah, Founder and CEO, DreamSetGoSanjay Nayyar, Founder and Chairman, Sorin AdvisorsAmnah Ajmal, Executive Vice President, Market Development, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, MastercardNeeraj Makin, Senior Executive Vice President, Group Head – Strategy, Analytics & Venture Capital, Emirates NBDSiddharth Shah, Co-founder, PharmeasyFaizal Kottikollon, Chairman, KEF HoldingsRola Abu Manneh, CEO Middle East, Standard CharteredSiddharth Balachandran, Executive Chairman & CEO, Buimerc CorporationKuppulakshmi Krishnamoorthy, Global Head, Zoho for StartupsMina Liccione, Comedian, Dubomedy

About India Global Forum
India Global Forum tells the story of contemporary India. The pace of change and growth India has set itself is an opportunity for the world. IGF is the gateway for businesses and nations to help seize that opportunity.  To know more, click here

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