Mark J. Finlay serves as a special advisor to national and corporate leaders, as well as principals and investors in the realms of real estate, energy, infrastructure, and life saving technologies. He is also a accomplished public speaker and media panelist, celebrated for his wit and wisdom rooted in his Northern Irish heritage.
With over 30 years of multi-jurisdictional experience, Mark is a built environment professional, a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. His expertise spans geopolitics, corporate governance, environmental responsibility and the global landscapes of real estate, infrastructure, and energy.
Mark is an industry veteran and expert in Structural Insurance or Latent Defect Insurance (LDI) and in global reinsurance markets. He has contributed to the development of national strategies and policies and is a staunch advocate for consumer protection and citizen engagement.
Mark's extensive experience includes holding public office as a Port Commissioner, as well as leadership roles such as Chairman, Chief Executive, Development Director, and Strategic Advisor across the UK, EMEA, and the Americas.
He has shared insights from his notable experiences in the geopolitical arena, discussing valuable lessons learned in the operation and development of ports, energy, and infrastructure assets across both the Americas and Europe.