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Paul Gyra

Managing Partner at Thompson Family Office

United States

Overview 

Paul Gyra is the Managing Partner at Thompson Family Office, with a background in leadership and strategy. He has held executive roles at various financial institutions and has extensive experience in asset management and investment strategies. Gyra's career highlights include serving as Managing Director at a global investment bank and CEO of ING Alternative Asset Management, showcasing his leadership and expertise in the financial industry. His current role as Managing Partner at Thompson Family Office highlights his strategic acumen and asset management skills in overseeing their investment activities.

Work Experience 

  • Managing Partner

    2019 - Current

    • Established direct investment programs with like-minded Family Offices and global strategic partners, including social and environmental impact initiatives. • Support the Thompson Family Office in realizing its vision for developing a Sustainable City in the Washington, DC area.

  • Board Director / Chairman of Audit Committee

    2021

  • Managing Director

    2016 - 2019

    • Advised High Net Worth and Family Office clients on wealth management strategies in Dubai. • Led business development and capital raising for cross-border private equity transactions. • Developed relationships with clients to understand their financial goals and provide tailored solutions.

  • Managing Partner and Head of Strategy

    2013 - 2016

    • Led strategic initiatives across Dubai, New York, and London offices, optimizing business operations and driving growth for Safanad Limited. • Developed and executed key partnerships and collaborations to expand the company's global reach.

Safanad is a global principal investment firm that invests in real estate, private equity and public markets.

  • CEO, ING Alternative Asset Management (NY); Managing Director, ING Asia Pacific (HK)

    2002 - 2013

    Responsible executive for managing ING's Alternative Asset Management platform, which included Hedge Funds, Private Equity Fund of Funds (Pomona Capital), and Hedge Fund of Funds (9 years). Manager Director, ING Asia Pacific Asset Management based in Hong Kong, with a focus on business development and advisory for ING's proprietary insurance company assets (2 years).

  • CEO - North America

    2000 - 2002

    • Oversaw Public Equity and Fixed Income Investment Teams in North America for Baring Asset Management. • Implemented strategic initiatives to drive business growth and increase profitability. • Achieved a significant increase in revenue through effective team leadership and investment strategies.

  • Finance Director, ING Asset Management

    1998 - 2000

    Responsible for the financial oversight of ING Group's global asset management businesses units, reporting directly to the ING Group Board Member responsible for Asset Managment, and advising the ING Group Asset Management Executive Committee on business strategy.

  • Global Head of Internal Audit

    1995 - 1998

  • Head of Analytics

    1992 - 1994

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