Meet the Team

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    Kenneth Frith

    Founding Partner

    Kenneth Frith, Embry-Riddle Business Administration graduate, excels in Real Estate, Sales, Marketing, and Entertainment. He’s worked as Brand Ambassador, Marketing Copywriter, and held key roles at Paramount, DreamWorks, and OTT platforms.

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    Albert Sirignano

    Founding Partner

    Albert Sirignano is the co-founder of Rock Eleven Group and CEO of DDC Financial Group. An accomplished entrepreneur and investor, he specializes in creating and scaling alternative investment ecosystems, delivering value through strategic partnerships, capital markets expertise, and industry-defining events.

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    Kean McPhoy

    Investor Relations - Americas

    Kean McPhoy offers 20+ years in operations and strategic leadership at Rock Eleven Group, optimizing systems, enhancing client experience, and managing stakeholders to deliver exceptional support and organizational effectiveness.

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    Guntra Upeniece

    Investor Relations - EMEA

    Guntra is an MBA graduate with international experience in sales, fundraising, and operations, built on a strong foundation in sports management. She has successfully led revenue growth and client engagement across U.S. and European markets.

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    Maggie Draycott

    Strategic Partner & Advisor

    Maggie Draycott, former British Airways VIP Club leader, is a luxury travel and lifestyle expert. Founder of Maggie Draycott Associates, she advises high-net-worth clients, luxury brands, and supports global philanthropic initiatives.

  • Marian Fabian

    Deal Sourcing Partner

    Marian Fabian is a finance and transformation leader with 20+ years in corporate finance, M&A, and restructuring across CEE, driving growth, efficiency, and strategic change in multinationals, private equity, and SMEs.

  • Stephen Birkwood

    Strategic Partner - Family Office

    Stephen, an LSE Economics graduate, has over 25 years of experience in capital markets and structured finance, holding senior roles at Citi, Deutsche Bank, and JPMorgan. He has also led global corporate services across multiple regions and is currently a Partner at one of the world’s leading multi-family offices.

  • Hisham Ashour

    Strategic Partner - Middle East

    Hisham Ashour specializes in post-acquisition restructuring through improved corporate balance sheets and cost structures. As Chief Executive Officer of Sara Holding/Bahamadan, he led the restructure of Tas-helat prior to its divestment to Aramco/Total and oversaw the disposal of other non-strategic assets.

  • Donna Chen

    Strategic Partner & Advisor

    Donna Chen is the Managing Partner of D2 Impact Group, an investment and advisory firm at the intersection of capital and innovation. She partners with family offices, private investors, and venture funds globally, focusing on frontier technologies such as fintech, AI, digital assets, life sciences, deeptech, agtech, and sustainability.

  • Pritan Ambroase

    Strategic Partner & Advisor

    Pritan Ambroase is a film director, producer, media entrepreneur, and human rights activist. As CEO of The Hollywood Insider, he reshaped the platform to focus on meaningful, substance-driven entertainment that blends education, philanthropy, and global human rights advocacy.

  • Carmen Rizzo

    Strategic Partner & Advisor

    Carmen Rizzo is a Grammy and Juno–nominated American record producer, electronic artist, and composer renowned for pioneering the fusion of electronic and world music. His collaborations span artists such as Seal, Coldplay, Michael Jackson, Alanis Morissette, Dido, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Pete Townshend.

  • Julien Draper

    Strategic Advisor

    Julien blends private equity, venture capital, and motorsport expertise. A lifelong enthusiast and son of a renowned car collector, he raced in prestigious series including Blancpain Endurance and Spa 24hrs. Formerly a Knife Capital partner, he now advises on rare racing car investments.

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— Steve Jobs

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