OUR TEAM
Operators and Strategic Partner.
Ironclad Capital brings together acquisition execution, financial discipline, operational expertise and global strategic relationships to support businesses through every stage of value creation.
IRONCLAD CAPITAL
Board of director, senior managements, industry experts and legal advisors.
Board of director.
REVEN NATH
Chief Executive Officer
Founder / Executive Director
Reven Nath has independently led the evaluation of multiple acquisition opportunities across industries such as furniture manufacturing, beauty skincare, electrical components, printing services, and bitumen manufacturing. Handling the majority of the due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiations himself, Reven has gained valuable hands-on experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). These efforts have deepened his understanding of identifying opportunities with sound financials, sustainable operations, and strategic growth potential.
With over six years of expertise in negotiation, sales, and deal structuring, along with 2 years as Assistant Manager in his family’s supply chain business, Reven Nath brings a wealth of experience to Ironclad Capital. He holds a double degree in Finance and Economics from Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England, equipping him with a solid foundation in financial analysis and strategic planning.
Reven’s proficiency extends to accounting, financial analysis, e-commerce, and digital marketing. As a former Business Development Manager at German Thyssenkrupp Elite Elevator, he excelled in converting warm leads into actionable opportunities, conducting construction feasibility assessments, and delivering persuasive product presentations to B2B and B2C decision-makers. His efforts drove significant revenue growth and established a track record of results-driven leadership.
Under Reven’s vision and guidance, Ironclad Capital is supported by a highly experienced senior management team and board of directors. This strong foundation enables the firm to pursue strategic growth opportunities and achieve success in the competitive investment and acquisition landscape.
Senior Management
REVEN NATH
Chief Executive Officer
Reven Nath has independently led the evaluation of multiple acquisition opportunities across industries such as furniture manufacturing, beauty skincare, electrical components, printing services, and bitumen manufacturing. Handling the majority of the due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiations himself, Reven has gained valuable hands-on experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). These efforts have deepened his understanding of identifying opportunities with sound financials, sustainable operations, and strategic growth potential.
With over six years of expertise in negotiation, sales, and deal structuring, along with 2 years as Assistant Manager in his family’s supply chain business, Reven Nath brings a wealth of experience to Ironclad Capital. He holds a double degree in Finance and Economics from Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England, equipping him with a solid foundation in financial analysis and strategic planning.
Reven’s proficiency extends to accounting, financial analysis, e-commerce, and digital marketing. As a former Business Development Manager at German Thyssenkrupp Elite Elevator, he excelled in converting warm leads into actionable opportunities, conducting construction feasibility assessments, and delivering persuasive product presentations to B2B and B2C decision-makers. His efforts drove significant revenue growth and established a track record of results-driven leadership.
Under Reven’s vision and guidance, Ironclad Capital is supported by a highly experienced senior management team and board of directors. This strong foundation enables the firm to pursue strategic growth opportunities and achieve success in the competitive investment and acquisition landscape.
CHACKO KUNJUVARU
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chacko previously served as Chief Financial Officer for several listed entities and as a director of a public-listed company, and brings over 25 years of experience working with multinationals and public-listed companies. As Chief Financial Officer of Ironclad Capital, he oversees the firm’s financial strategy, capital planning, and financial governance as the company pursues strategic acquisitions and long-term growth.
Chacko has a strong track record in fundraising, capital strategy, and IPO readiness, having guided companies through private debt, Sukuk, and capital market exercises. He has also led corporate restructuring and Schemes of Arrangement, applying deep expertise in accounting standards and Bursa Malaysia regulations.
His experience spans corporate and pricing strategy, financial optimization, and business partnering, supporting organizations in entering new markets, streamlining operations, and executing large-scale corporate initiatives.
At Ironclad Capital, Chacko plays a key role in strengthening the firm’s financial framework, supporting acquisition strategies, and ensuring disciplined financial management across the company’s investment activities
Industry Expert's
JAGDAVE SINGH
Supply Chain Strategist.
With over 13 years of logistics and e-commerce expertise, Jagdave Singh is a key member of our team. He excels in e-commerce and logistics strategy, end-to-end logistics management, air and ocean freight logistics, business strategy and operations, and data-driven logistics performance improvement. Jagdave has held key positions at companies such as DHL, FedEx, Teleport, Shopee, Dexlo, GLG, VisasQ, proSapient, Third Bridge Group Limited, and Products2U (P2U). His strategic insights and operational expertise ensure that our logistics and supply chain operations are optimized for efficiency and growth.
TUSHAR HABIB
E-Commerce Specialist.
Tushar is a seasoned Performance Marketing Strategist and Growth Expert with over five years of experience in driving digital expansion for global brands. He has successfully generated over $9 million in ad-driven revenue, managed $2.5 million in ad spend, and achieved an average ROAS of 4.8x, with peak campaign performance reaching 6.9x ROAS and $817,000+ in client profits.
His expertise covers a full spectrum of digital marketing disciplines — including Meta, Google, LinkedIn, and TikTok Ads, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Email and Social Media Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), and Analytics Implementation (GA4, Tag Manager).
Recognized for his data-driven and conversion-focused strategies, Tushar has consistently improved campaign results — increasing ROAS by 58%, reducing CPA by 32%, and boosting engagement rates by 74%. His integrated full-funnel approach helps businesses transform ad spend into measurable growth, making him a key driver for e-commerce scaling and profitability within Ironclad’s portfolio companies.
Legal Advisor's
Malaysia HQ
FARIZAL FARHAN
M&A Attorney
Farizal Farhan is the Managing Partner at Farizal Farhan & Partners. He has a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons) degree from University of Warwick, United Kingdom and the Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP). Having more than 15 years of experience in the legal profession, he had previously served as Corporate Partner in two (2) prominent law firms in Malaysia and served as in-house counsel at a number of organisations such as Hess Oil & Gas Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of Hess Corporation), Avocet Mining (M) OHQ Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of Avocet Mining PLC), PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS).
U.S.A Subsidiary
MICHAEL SHEA
M&A Attorney
Michael Shea is a seasoned transactional attorney with deep expertise in mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships across both domestic and international markets. With a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School and a BA from Brown University, he combines world-class academic credentials with decades of hands-on deal-making experience. Throughout his career, Michael has been involved in hundreds of M&A deals, giving him an exceptional breadth of experience in deal structuring, negotiation strategy, and cross-border legal complexities.
Previously serving as Deputy General Counsel at Rakuten Marketing, Michael led the firm’s M&A, investment, and strategic partnership initiatives. He supported the Finance, HR, and Business Development divisions, playing a pivotal role in Rakuten USA’s corporate growth and development activities. Before that, he practiced at global firms such as Morrison & Foerster and Baker & McKenzie, where he specialized in venture capital, securities offerings, public company reporting, and complex commercial agreements—particularly within the technology and biotech sectors. His international exposure, including time spent in Hong Kong, further enhanced his cross-border transaction experience.
At Ironclad Capital, Michael provides strategic legal counsel for growth-oriented businesses—structuring sophisticated transactions, negotiating high-stakes agreements, and ensuring corporate governance and compliance align with global best practices.
ALPHEGA GLOBAL PARTNERS
Leadership team, executive committee and general partners.
Leadership Team
Mr. Raymond G. Saleeby
Founding General Partner / Chairman of the Advisory Board
A global recognized executive with over 40 years of leadership experience driving corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, business transformation, and enterprise growth. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served as President & CEO, Group Vice President, Executive Vice President, Managing Partner, and Board Director for leading organizations including Oracle, AT&T Solutions, Stone & Webster, Booz Allen Hamilton, EDS, and SCG Management Consulting. He has led multi-billion-dollar business initiatives, corporate turnarounds, strategic acquisitions, private equity transactions, and advised Fortune 500 companies, governments, and global institutions. Mr. Saleeby holds an MBA from New York University and a Bachelor of Engineering from SUNY Maritime College, and is widely recognized for his expertise in executive leadership, governance, strategic planning, capital formation, and value creation.
Mr. Tony Ihsan Karim
Founding Senior Partner
Over 30 years of experience in international business, strategic negotiations, and cross-border investments, Mr. Karim is a seasoned global entrepreneur, business strategist, and high-level dealmaker with a diversified portfolio spanning real estate, retail, insurance, AI, manufacturing, and international trade. Since 1995, he has established an extensive network of family offices, institutional investors, business leaders, and government-level contacts across North America, Middle East, Asia, and Europe. His experience includes involvement in a $5.8 billion healthcare manufacturing investment initiative and strategic business development with Akkad Family Holdings. Deeply connected within Michigan’s Chaldean-American business community, Mr. Karim specializes in structuring complex transactions, connecting global capital with investment opportunities, and building long-term strategic partnerships.
Executive Committee
Ms. Shabnoor Shah
Founding General Partner / Chairperson Executive Committee
A corporate executive and transformation specialist with over 20 years of experience in Open Source Business, Open Leadership, digital transformation, and organizational design, Ms. Shah serves as Chairperson of the Executive Committee of Alphega Global Partners, its highest executive leadership position. She has driven enterprise transformation, culture change, and digital growth across global organizations including IBM, GE, Red Hat, America Online and Airtel. Her executive expertise spans leadership strategy, organizational transformation, agile methodologies, executive coaching, and human-centered change. She holds advanced qualifications and certifications in psychology, leadership, and coaching and was recognized by Passion Vista as one of “The Most Admired Global Indians” (2023).
Dr. Luis C. Ung
General Partner / Executive Committee Senior Member
A global entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Ung is the founder of multiple multinational ventures across construction, logistics, tech, and trade finance. He leads eCorpFunds, a multi-generational family fund of funds. He is a published author and philanthropist, and holds a Doctorate in Business Administration along with multiple graduate degrees.
Mr. Eric Joachim Liese
General Partner / Executive Commitee Member
Over 20 years of experience in AI, data engineering, and enterprise architecture. Specializes in MLOps, LLMs, and GenAI strategy in production environments. Frequent speaker at ML conferences and GenAI industry events. Expert in building scalable platforms from data ingestion to model monitoring. Clear communicator with strong focus on practical business applications. Passionate about responsible AI and bridging technical and strategic perspectives. Industry Experience: e.g. BSH (Bosch Home Appliances), O2/Telefonica, Frankfurt Airport, Toshiba Medical Systems, Deutsche Bank.
General Partners & Senior Advisor
Mr. Kyo Izuchi
General Partner
An enterprise strategist with experience at PwC, Deloitte, and listed companies in Japan, Mr. Izuchi has advised global giants including Apple, Amazon, Walmart, Alibaba, and ByteDance. At Alphega, he leads cross-border structuring and transformation initiatives with precision and geopolitical fluency.
Mr. Eric Pittman
General Partner
With over 25 years of international executive experience, including 20+ years as a CFO and five years as President, Mr. Pittman is a seasoned M&A advisor and global executive specializing in enterprise value creation, transaction execution, and cross-border operations. He is Founder & Principal of Romad Business Broker and Advisory Services, where he has advised on 40+ transactions ranging from under $1 million to $80 million across technology, SaaS, fintech, healthcare, eCommerce, and B2B services. Previously, as President of a Division of FusionCX, he held P&L responsibility across eight countries and more than tripled enterprise value through growth, margin expansion, and operational scale. He holds a BBA in Finance from the University of West Georgia.
Mr. S. Jibreel Hussain
General Partner
Entrepreneur, Investor and operator with expertise in trading, technology, and asset growth, Jibreel Hussain builds disciplined, cash-flowing ventures across financial markets and real estate. He specializes in data-driven execution, risk-managed strategies, and scaling under-optimized businesses into resilient, high-performance enterprises.
Ms. Teresa Strassner
General Partner
A finance and operations leader with over 15 years of experience in FP&A, acquisitions, and private equity. Ms. Strassner has led multimillion-dollar strategic initiatives and co-founded a sustainable biotech company. She brings sharp financial governance and entrepreneurial energy to the Alphega platform.
Mr. Satoshi Shibata
General Partner
Former Secretary to Japan’s Minister for Internal Affairs, built a distinguished career in casting and advertising for the Asian market before founding his own firm in 2016. He is recognized for his deep understanding of culture and economics across Asia, the U.S., and Africa, bridging markets with precision and resonance. Over the years, he has advised leaders, organizations, and governments on branding, business development, and global promotion.
Mr. Lionel Pinuer
General Partner
A seasoned executive with over 25 years in the global aquaculture industry, combining expertise in finance, engineering, and business intelligence to drive high-impact operational transformation. With a background in startup advisory and financial control, this leader integrates advanced financial modeling with innovative aquaculture technology to optimize capital investment and business performance. A certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, consistently delivers measurable results in feasibility analysis and process excellence.
Mr. Roberto Trevino
General Partner
Mr. Trevino is a finance executive and entrepreneur with 25+ years of experience in corporate finance, operations, and strategic advisory across Fortune 100 companies and high-growth SMEs. For the past 15 years, he has served as a fractional CFO, advising companies in North and Latin America on financial strategy, capital planning, and operations. He is Founder and President of The Trevino Group and President of Capitable Group, providing finance, accounting, and structured funding solutions. He also serves as a Principal at TechCXO, advising on FP&A, capital raising, and exit strategy execution.
Dr. Lyanne Nieto
General Partner
A senior finance leader and CPA with a Doctorate in Business Administration, known for driving financial process automation, tax optimization, and ERP transformation across international operations. Certified in IFRS and Lean Six Sigma, with a proven track record in strategic financial governance and high-performance team leadership.
Mr. Laurent Grosgogeat
General Partner
With more than 35 years of international leadership experience, Mr. Grosgogeat has worked with some of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Chanel, and Estée Lauder Companies. He spent over 15 years in senior leadership roles across Asia, Europe, and the United States before returning to France as General Manager of Cerruti 1881, a position he held until 2024. His experience lies in global business development, brand leadership, and international market expansion.
Mr. Alexandre de Sainte Marie
General Partner
With more than 20 years of experience in luxury brand management and strategic advisory, Mr. de Sainte Marie is a recognized expert in brand identity, differentiation, and growth strategies. He held general management positions at Hermès Paris for eight years and has spend over twelve years advising fashion and luxury brands on expansion, positioning, and long-term value creation. His expertise bridges creative vision and commercial execution, supporting brands in scaling and international growth.
Mr. Ludovic Alban
General Partner
With over 15 years of experience in luxury fashion and creative leadership, Mr. Alban is seasoned creative director and brand builder. He spent eight years designing luxury collections for iconic houses including Yves Saint Laurent, Hermès, and Carven, followed by seven years as in-house Creative Director leading brand rebirth and repositioning initiatives for Carven, Look, and Chevignon. As Founder of Paris Phoenix Studio, he has driven seven years of creative performance, specializing in brand identity, collections development, and high-impact creative directions across fashion and lifestyle markets.
Mr. E. Martinez
Senior Advisor
A veteran investor and M&A executive with over 30 years of experience at Citibank, American Express, PwC, and beyond. Mr. Martinez manages global private investments through GreenHills Ventures and advises family offices, venture funds, and sovereign investment groups. A Harvard Business School alumnus, he brings world-class financial insight and advisory strength.
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