Asif Khan is a visionary serial entrepreneur with more than 25 years of extensive experience in Canadian capital and financial markets. As CEO, Director, and the single largest shareholder of Verona Real Estate Group, Asif leads a vertically integrated company specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of master-planned residential and commercial communities across North America. His ventures also extend globally, showcasing his ability to identify opportunities and develop strategic approaches effectively.

Under his leadership, Verona Real Estate Group and its projects currently boast an exit value well north of $5 billion, reflecting the company's significant impact in the real estate sector and Asif's strategic foresight. Further solidifying this success, under Asif’s leadership, Verona has strategically secured a long-term partnership with USA Archery, a highly celebrated NGO with over 50,000 members in the USA. This partnership underscores Verona’s commitment to community engagement and promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

Asif holds significant roles in multiple enterprises. He is a major stakeholder and Director at FalconBridge Realty Inc., a global real estate brokerage, and a stakeholder and Managing Director at Mainstay Health, which operates medical clinics focused on Functional Medicine in the United States. His dedication to creating shareholder value and building strong, lasting relationships has been key to his success.

Asif also established the Falcon Ireland Fund, a tax-efficient investment fund based out of Dublin, Ireland, with a global mandate. The fund seeks to attract international investors looking for geopolitical diversification, further expanding Asif's reach into global financial markets.

In Asif's private portfolio of holdings is a full-service asset management company registered and regulated in Canada. This firm offers investment Fund Management, Portfolio Management, Advisory, and Investment Dealer services across Canada, managing assets for institutional and high-net-worth clients, and offering investment services to 250,000-member unionized workforce. Additionally, Asif and his family own a full-service fund administration business with a 26-year history in Canada, making it one of the oldest such entities in the country with strategic alliances with leading Canadian banks as custody partners.
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Asif also serves as a Director and stakeholder in Union Digital, one of the fastest-growing companies in North America, which services hundreds of thousands of members of the unionized labor force.

With a vast network that includes highly influential global banking institutions, Asif leverages these relationships to create material business advantages. He is an inspirational leader who promotes an environment of collaboration and high energy, driving results and enhancing the skillsets of his teams.

Asif's respected voice in the industry, his ability to attract strategic partners, and his governance expertise have earned him prominent positions in multiple organizations. Prior to his current roles, Asif co-founded and was a principal stakeholder in a development company with significant projects in the GTA, with an exit value of $1.125 billion. He also structured a real estate company IPO valued at $500 million.

Previously, Asif was a founder, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of a full service asset management firm in Canada, a vertically integrated asset management company which raised in excess of $350 million in the Canadian marketplace. The firm through its wholly owned Portfolio Management and Investment Banking subsidiary managed Canadian and International Equity Funds, Canadian and International Fixed Income Funds as well as a number of GP LP structures. The firm invested in over 60 private and public companies. In full disclosure of its history, amid the global financial crisis in 2008 the regulatory body identified some compliance deficiencies within the firm. As Chief Executive Officer, Asif swiftly implemented measures to rectify the deficiencies to the regulator’s satisfaction, and thereafter, entered into a mutually agreed upon settlement with them. The firm was successfully sold in 2011 to take advantage of the exit opportunity. Before this, he was a Senior Vice President and founding partner at StrategicNova Funds Management, where he helped grow assets from $5 million to $4.2 billion, and Vice President of Middle East Markets at Goodman & Company Investment Counsel.

Asif is a pioneer of Shariah Compliant investing in Canada, launching the first publicly available Shariah Compliant investment fund in 1998. He continues to advise on  Shariah Compliant structures and transactions and is currently an advisory board member of BMG Group and a strategic shareholder in numerous private companies.

Asif holds an LL.M from the Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto. His expertise and visionary approach make him an invaluable asset to any innovative and forward-thinking corporation.

Dr. Aljazy is the Managing Partner of Aljazy & Co. (Advocates & Legal Consultants) which is a leading Jordanian law firm. He is an International Business Lawyer and has extensive experience in corporate transactions and arbitration law, as well as international transactions including but not limited to; hotels developments; intellectual property; construction disputes; energy, shipping and maritime issues; competition and antitrust matters.

Dr. Aljazy holds a PhD in International Commercial Arbitration Law from the University of Kent at Canterbury in the United Kingdom (1999), on MA in International and Comparative Business Law from London Guildhall University (1994) and a BA in Law from the University of Jordan (1992).

He has participated in the drafting of various Jordanian laws and regulations in conformity with the international conventions that Jordan has ratified including but not limited to Maritime Law and Companies Law. He is a listed arbitrator with many prominent arbitral institutes worldwide, and he is a member of the ICC Commission on Arbitration.  

Dr. Aljazy published various articles in several reputable journals and periodicals on different arbitration topics, including but not limited to: arbitration in Jordan, enforcement of arbitral awards, investment arbitration, arbitration is Islam and harmonization of the Arab Arbitration Laws.  

Dr. Aljazy was appointed by Jordan as member of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) at The Hague.  Also, in 2014 he was elected as the President of the Jordanian Arbitrators’ Association. Dr. Aljazy has received Eisenhower Fellowship in its Single Region Program for the year 2005. Dr. Aljazy is currently the President of Eisenhower Fellowship in Jordan, And the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Amman Arab University.  

Dr. Aljazy was also a member of the Jordanian Royal Committee to Modernize Political System in 2021. His Majesty King Abdullah II commended his efforts and contribution to the committee, as Dr. Aljazy was awarded the Centenary Medallion of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.   Additionally, Dr. Aljazy was a member of the National Dialogue Committee in 2011, engaged in political reforms and a number of constitutional amendments.

In 2022 His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain awarded Dr. Aljazy the Order of Merit (Officer Cross) for his tremendous efforts in enhancing the Jordanian Spanish ties at all aspects. In 2022 Dr. Aljazy participated in multi workshops that were conducted under the Royal Patronage that generated the Jordan Economic Vision of 2033.

Mr. Jong started his career at RBC Dominion Securities (the investment dealer arm of the RBC Royal Bank of Canada) in 1987, and shortly thereafter joined Altamira Management Inc. (one of the investment arms of Manulife Financial) in 1992. Eventually, Mr. Jong directly managed over $4.5 billion in both institutional (pension funds, endowment funds, and immunization of insurance portfolios) and retail fixed income mandates (mutual funds and insurance seg funds) and was part of a team of managers who managed approximately $20 billion in fixed income assets.  In addition to managing bonds, Mr. Jong headed the currency group at Altamira, and headed the bond repo departments for both Altamira and Manulife.

During his tenure at Altamira from 1992 to 2003, Mr. Jong received numerous industry performance awards; the API Performance Achievement Award, and the COMSTAT Performance Achievement Award for specialty mandates under his direct management for multiple time periods. After his departure from Altamira, Mr. Jong had co-founded a boutique asset management firm, Majorica Asset Management, and through changes in ownership, Mr. Jong remained as co-Founder and principal managing partner, directing an investment team, and managing all the operations of the corporation.

At Falcon, pairing his understanding of the global financial markets and complex investment structures, Mr. Jong is leading the efforts to develop innovative investment solutions in a constantly changing global financial landscape. In addition, Mr. Jong brings to Falcon his strong global relationships to his role as President, that he has fostered over three decades in the industry.

Mr. Zaigham Shah, a seasoned finance professional, brings two decades of international expertise to the role of Board Advisor for Strategy and Business Development. He excels in Fund Management and Business Development, handling diverse portfolios, including Public Listed Mutual Funds, Pension Funds, Corporates, and UHNW Portfolios across major asset classes and strategies. Zaigham has held pivotal roles in North America, Europe, and the Gulf, gaining a well-rounded global perspective.

Peter Rizakos is an establish senior executive with over three-decades of experience in financial services and other industries as legal counsel and other senior executive management roles.

In 1993, after practicing with Blakes, one of Canada’s pre-eminent law firms, Mr. Rizakos established the legal department and was a member of the senior management team at Altamira Investment Services Inc. Altamira was a leading independent asset management firm consisting of mutual fund, institutional and private equity assets and a staff of 250 people across Canada. Mr. Rizakos was also a member of the transaction team in the successful sale of Altamira to the National Bank of Canada in 2002.

In the last two decades, Mr. Rizakos’ involvement and experience has been with a mix of asset and wealth management, natural resource and medical research companies. His entrepreneurial drive along with his global securities legal background, is a natural fit at QVest where his stewardship is a complement to QVest’s ever expanding global footprint.

Peter has over 25 years of experience in the capital markets industry focusing mainly on stock exchanges and public companies. He was with the Toronto Stock Exchange for over 10 years in successive management positions and then moved to the Ontario Securities Commission where he was the internal editor of OSC publications.

Peter Karcinski is a visionary business leader and CEO with over 30 years of global experience in consulting, real estate, renewable energy, and infrastructure. He drives sustainable, high-impact solutions across industries, leveraging strategic expertise to foster economic growth and environmental responsibility. Karcinski has a tremendous experience in organizing international business development, commodity trade, and establishing successful management, including governments. Peter Karcinski has established himself as a distinguished international business leader with operations and partnerships spanning six continents. His global perspective enables him to navigate diverse market conditions and cultural dynamics with remarkable effectiveness. Throughout his career, he has successfully led cross-border initiatives, international joint ventures, and multinational teams, creating value through strategic global positioning and inter cultural business acumen. His international leadership approach combines local market understanding with global best practices, allowing for customized solutions that respect regional differences while maintaining consistent organizational values.

Mohammad Kamran Wajid was appointed as the Head of Wholesale Banking at Emirates Islamic Bank PJSC in 2019. In this role, Mr. Wajid leads Emirates Islamic’s corporate banking, treasury, financial institutions, syndications and structured finance and transaction banking businesses.

Charan K. Bommireddipalli has more than 30 years of experience in enterprise governance with specific focus on leveraging technology as business enabler. He brings a well-rounded business knowledge with specific expertise in leveraging technology for enterprise profitability. Currently, Charan is Partner at Fernhill Associates Inc (Canada) and Baker Tilly Barbados. He is the Tech Co-Founder for an Aviation Technology company that is leading the digital transformation of the private aviation charter industry and for a Relationship Technology that makes relationships vibrant and fulfilling. Charan is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in the Governance on Enterprise IT (CGEIT), a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of India and has completed the Certificate of Director Education organized by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). Charan has served on the Board and as the Membership Chair of the IIA Toronto Chapter. He was a member of the Academic Relations and Research Committee of the ISACA Toronto Chapter and served on the Education Board and various conference committees at ISACA International and on the Board of Directors for March of Dimes Canada (MODC). He is currently serving on the Risk and Audit Committee of MODC. Charan has presented at various forums across the world, on the subject matter of Internal Audit and IT Governance, including Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Singapore, Kuwait, UAE, Hungary, USA and Canada.

Claudio Maya is a seasoned financial professional with over three decades of experience in investment advisory, cross-border financial strategy, and client relationship management. As Relationship Manager for Latin America at Falcon Ireland (ICAV/UCITS), Claudio is responsible for building and nurturing institutional and private client relationships across the region, aligning investor objectives with Falcon’s suite of regulated investment funds.

Claudio brings a deep understanding of Latin American banking and capital markets, with specialized knowledge of the region’s fixed income landscape and cultural return expectations. His approach emphasizes risk-managed growth, transparency, and long-term value creation—principles that resonate strongly with Latin American investors seeking stable, globally diversified opportunities within a European structured and regulated framework.

Over his career, Claudio has held senior roles at boutique investment firms and full-service dealers, where he advised high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients on portfolio construction, market-entry strategies, and asset allocation across multiple jurisdictions. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to foster client trust through a combination of technical expertise, market insight, and cultural fluency.

Claudio’s international business development experience includes forging strategic alliances in Europe and the Middle East, leading to expanded distribution networks and innovative fund marketing campaigns. His ability to translate complex financial strategies into client-centered solutions has earned him a strong reputation among investors and partners alike.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Claudio holds a degree in International Commerce from Universidad Champagnat and studied Business Administration at Universidad Juan Agustín Maza. He also holds a number of industry-recognized certifications, including: Financial Modeling & Valuation – Investment Banking Institute, Toronto, Professional Financial Planning (PFP), Canadian Securities Course (CSC) – Canadian Securities Institute.

Claudio is proficient in financial analytics tools. His expertise in relationship management, coupled with his cultural literacy and technical acumen, makes him a key asset to Falcon Ireland’s continued expansion across Latin America.