Who we are
We specialise in developing and delivering personalised wealth management strategies that reflect your values and meet your individual needs.
Leadership
Our leadership team share a wealth of experience in financial services and a deep knowledge of financial markets.
Chris Crowe
Director
Chris established and managed a range of businesses before moving into capital markets and financial services. His background has afforded him a deep understanding of employee benefits, pension plans and corporate structuring. His expertise lies in global financial markets, asset management and tax-efficient investments.
“For me, it’s all about providing exceptional service and maintaining active communications with clients, fostering long-term partnerships.”
Nationality: British
Education
- MA (Joint Honours) in Economics, Politics, Theology - University of Glasgow
- Advanced Wealth Management (Level 4) - Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI)
- Chartered Insurance Institute member
- Malaysia Insurance Institute member
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning | Chartered Insurance Institute, U.K.
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Reuben van Dijk
Director
Reuben's career has spanned a range of financial services roles in commercial banking and consulting roles in the APAC region, before moving into institutional derivatives sales. He held roles at Westpac, Deloitte, and consulted at derivatives firms, before co-founding Melbourne Capital Group. His expertise lies in corporate leadership, wealth and corporate structuring, cross-border transactions, intergenerational wealth planning, and sophisticated financial instruments.
“I’m passionate about purpose driven innovation, an entrepreneurial mindset and market transformation delivering superior customer outcomes and value."
Education
- Associate Degree (Accounting) - University of Tasmania
- Diploma in Financial Services - General Financial Advice, Foreign Exchange, and Derivatives
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Mark Owens
Head of Strategic Growth
Mark has a wealth of experience in financial services, with roles at Hartford Life (UK), MetLife (UK), Zurich (UK) and AXA Europe and Utmost Worldwide (Singapore). He specialises in high-net-worth estate planning.
“I believe in driving a performance-led, outcome-orientated culture throughout the business to ensure we’re consistently meeting and exceeding our clients’ needs."
Education
- BA (Hons) Public Relations | Leeds Metropolitan University
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning | Chartered Insurance Institute, U.K.
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Rob Atherton
Head of International Wealth
Mark has a wealth of experience in financial services, with roles at Hartford Life (UK), MetLife (UK), Zurich (UK) and AXA Europe and Utmost Worldwide (Singapore). He specialises in high-net-worth estate planning.
“I believe in driving a performance-led, outcome-orientated culture throughout the business to ensure we’re consistently meeting and exceeding our clients’ needs."
Education
- BA (Hons) Public Relations | Leeds Metropolitan University
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning | Chartered Insurance Institute, U.K.
Raju K. Ramasamy
Partner
K.R. Raju brings over 35 years of experience in financial planning, holding the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) qualification from The American College and the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.
Throughout his career, Raju has engaged closely with leading financial practitioners in Australia, gaining insights that have informed his perspective on the evolution of the financial services industry within ASEAN. He recognises the growing importance of technology-enhanced, competent advice in shaping the future of the sector.
Raju has also contributed to the industry's development as the president of the Malaysian Financial Planners & Advisers Association, sharing his knowledge through various speaking engagements and publications.
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Normaria Omar
Compliance Director
Maria began her career in financial services with roles in administration, human resources and business development at various Malaysian firms before joining Melbourne Capital Group in 2008. She has over 18 years of experience across multiple areas including operation, account and finance, compliance and human resources. As Compliance Director, Maria is responsible for overseeing and monitoring all departments, with a particular focus on compliance matters.
“Compliance is a critical function in any financial services business."
Education
- Bachelor of Mass Communication (Honours) - Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
- CCO Programme - Certified Compliance Officer (2024)
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Our team
Hailing from diverse backgrounds, our team of Private Wealth Managers are united by their proven experience and expertise in navigating financial markets. They also share a commitment to conducting themselves with utmost professionalism and integrity, while remaining approachable and contactable.
“Our Private Wealth Managers look to build long-term relationships with their clients, working tirelessly to help them achieve their changing financial goals.”
- Mark Owens, Head of Private Wealth
Adam Humphries
Private Wealth Manager
Adil Rafiq
Private Wealth Manager
Jake Mowson
Private Wealth Manager
Jamie Bubb-Sacklyn
Private Wealth Manager
Kazi Nishad
Head of Business Development
Luke White
Private Wealth Manager
Matthew Green
Head of Citizenship & Residency by Investment
Michael Garcia
Private Wealth Manager
Stewart Allen
Private Wealth Manager
Tom Henson
Private Wealth Manager
Tom Raynor
Private Wealth Manager
Xavier Blaise
Private Wealth Manager
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Our values
We are proudly independent.
As a wholly independent and privately owned company, we are not tethered or restricted to offering niche financial solutions. We are free to explore the market in its entirety to seek the very best opportunities for you.
We are responsible.
Our strategies look to the long-term as we seek to grow your wealth responsibly and sustainably, adequately diversifying your portfolio and structuring it in secure jurisdictions.
We have a philanthropic outlook.
We actively look for opportunities that make a difference, building ESG criteria as standard into our wealth management strategies.
Learn moreOur international expertise
Holding assets across jurisdictions is a good way to both diversify your portfolio and add value, but there are inherent tax and legal complexities that arise when you do so.
If you hold assets internationally, are an expat, digital nomad or travel frequently for work, we can develop and deliver an end-to-end wealth management strategy to help grow and protect your wealth, while navigating domestic tax obligations and avoiding legal pitfalls.
Our philanthropic outlook
We believe wealth should be used as a tool to bring about positive change. As such, we integrate ESG criteria and risk considerations into our financial strategies as a standard practice and proactively seek investment opportunities that make a difference.
Aware that real change requires collaboration between all stakeholders, we seek to build partnerships and foster relationships between NGOs, government and the wider financial community.
We also support various charities and community initiatives by donating, volunteering, fundraising and hosting events.
Compliance
Licences
Melbourne Capital Group Advisory (ABN 73 145 207 530) holds an Australian Financial Services licence number 382724 which permits it to conduct financial services business in Australia.
Melbourne Capital Group Sdn Bhd (Formerly known as Blueprint Planning Sdn Bhd) is licensed by Securities Commission Malaysia. Licence No. CMSL/A0254/2009.
Melbourne Capital Group Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA) as an Insurance Broker with Licence Number BS2021140.
