We work regularly with many people depending on the expertise you may need. Some of the team members are:

Investment Banker for over 20 years

JEFF SHAMMAH

Expertise: M&A, PE & VC, project finance, deal origination, analysis, advisory, presentation and deal execution (18 billion USD).

Sectors: Agriculture, Aerospace, Artificial, Intelligence, Automotive, Big Data, Chemical, Construction, Crypto, Cybersecurity, Defense, Edge Computing, Entertainment, Financial Services, Fund Management, Food, Healthcare, Hospitality, Information Technology, Insurance, Internet of Things, Machine Learning, Manufacturing, Mineral Processing, Mining, Media & Film, Oil & Gas, Payment Platforms, Power Generation, Retail, Telecommunications, Transport, Water.

Jeff has a strong following from HNW Investors, private equity funds, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, state-owned enterprises, and venture capitalists. His investment network spans across USA, Hong Kong, Mainland China, ASEAN, as well as a strong presence in the Middle East.

Countries: Bermuda, Botswana, Canada, China, Ecuador, Ghana, Hong Kong, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, Tanzania, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA.

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Investment Banking Veteran for 40 years regulated in New York, Sydney & Dubai

CHRIS EDDY

BSc FFin

Expertise: M&A, PE & VC, equity / debt capital markets, project finance, Islamic finance, origination, analysis, advisory, financial modeling, presentation & execution.

Sectors: Agriculture, Aerospace, Automotive, Chemical, Computer, Construction, Crypto, Defence, Entertainment, Financial Services, Fund Management, Food, Healthcare, Hospitality, Information Technology, Insurance, Internet of Things, Manufacturing, Mineral Processing, Mining, Media & Film, Oil & Gas, Payment Platforms, Power Generation, Property Development, Retail, Telecommunications, Transport, Water.

Countries: Angola, Australia, Bermuda, Botswana, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Ecuador, Ethiopia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mozambique, Norway, Oman, Papua and New Guinea, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Somalia, South Africa, Tanzania, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

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Investment Banker

SAMUEL A. EPSTEIN

Samuel, based in New York City, is President and Founder of Geoval Consulting LLC, a firm that applies sound geological expertise and experience to evaluate target investment opportunities. Sam has over 60 publications, in respected scientific journals, with a focus on marrying geology with economic viability.

Samuel previously worked as senior geologist for Occidental Petroleum and Chevron, responsible for a major discovery in offshore California resulting in to Platform Harvest. In the past 10 years he has evaluated numerous plays and production assets worldwide.

Samuel Epstein served as an investment advisor as an SVP for Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley for over 30 years, with a focus in the energy sector primarily in oil and gas, heavy rare earth elements, and water reservoirs. He has various certification from business graduate level programs at Harvard, University of Chicago, and U.C. Berkeley.

Samuel is a Certified Petroleum Geologist and Board Certified Professional Geoscientist State of Louisiana. He is a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists( AAPG) for over 45 years and a delegate representing New York State for over13 years and is currently on their Constitutional Bylaws and Governance Committee. Sam received an MS in Geology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and served on the Board of Governors for Touro University, for 20 years.

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Director of Asia / Partner

Lingxia Wu

MBA

Background & Expertise:

  • Over 12 years of experience in investment, equity replacement, and deal sourcing.
  • Expertise in fundraising up to $150 million and managing cross-border projects.
  • Proficient in share replacement strategies, optimizing shareholder structures and capital efficiency.
  • Proven track record of building global partnerships and delivering marketplace partner services.
  • Extensive experience in IPO services, guiding companies from initial planning through to public market debut.

Global Impact:

  • In-depth knowledge of cross-border financial services and global capital markets.
  • Well-established network with financial institutions, investment banks, venture capital, and private equity worldwide.
  • A trusted advisor, known for driving financial growth through strategic execution.
  • Lingxia Wu’s leadership, coupled with her extensive connections across Mainland China, Hong Kong, the Middle East, the U.S., the UK, and Europe, makes her an invaluable asset. Her professionalism and delegation skills contribute significantly to our global capabilities.
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Investment Banker

Charles Rappaport

Charles Rappaport is a distinguished Wall Street professional with over two decades of expertise across the financial spectrum. With an in-depth understanding of money dynamics, Charles specializes in collections, derivatives, hedge funds, and establishing lines of credit, bringing a uniquely strategic perspective to each financial endeavor. Charles is also well-versed in assisting healthcare companies through complex business sales, helping clients optimize value and navigate the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions.

Driven by a commitment to fostering financial growth, Charles has cultivated an expansive network of financial contacts, as well as commercial real estate buyers, sellers, and a robust lead flow pipeline. This network, coupled with his sharp financial acumen, enables Charles to deliver substantial, measurable results for clients seeking to elevate their financial position. A trusted advisor in the industry, Charles brings both insight and a results-oriented approach, empowering clients to thrive in today’s dynamic market.

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CONTACT US:

Jeff Shammah

jeff@blueoceanpartnersltd.com

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