Maria Brown

Maria is Associate Director for Reed Specialist Recruitment. She is single and enjoys travelling, socialising, and current affairs.

Gail Bassett

Gail works for an International Law Firm, Norton Rose (Middle East) LLP. Married, she enjoys reading, swimming, photography, playing tennis, watching rugby (especially Ireland) and socialising with friends.

Bob Hird

Bob is the Senior Director, Head of Investments – Middle East for CB Richard Ellis. He is married to Melanie and enjoys sports.

Matthew Hooton

Matthew is the Head of Real Estate for Ashurst LLP. Married to Sophie for five years, having had a 10 year courtship, they now have a one year old son called William. His hobbies and interests include golf, cycling, triathlon (although not very good at swimming!), cinema, good food and good company.

Michael Marshall

Michael is the Corporate Vice President, Sales & Marketing for Rotana Hotel Management Corporation Ltd. Married with one son aged 10 years, he enjoys football, golf, tennis, rugby, and all kinds of music. He also enjoys travelling to new destinations, experiencing new cultures and foods.

Nigel Moore

Nigel is the Director for Ernst & Young. He is married with two daughters. His hobbies and interests include family, golf, and travel.

Andrew Richard Wallace Newbery

Andrew is the Managing Partner, Abu Dhabi office for Herbert Smith LLP. He is married with two children and enjoys photography.

Peter Jon Roles

Peter is the Senior Operations Manager for Spinneys Abu Dhabi LLC. He is married with a 6- year old daughter who is studying at Al Yasmina school in Khalifa City. His wife is Angolan and works in the Angolan Embassy in Abu Dhabi.

Craig Shepherd

Craig is the Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution Middle East for Herbert Smith LLP. He specialises in the avoidance and resolution of commercial disputes. He is married with three children.

Rachel Squires

Rachel is an Associate for Hogan & Hartson LLP. She is single and enjoys sports, films, reading, travel, and music.

Sheena Westwood

Sheena is an Associate Professor for Zayed University. She is married to Eric and has two adult children living in the UK. She enjoys art, music, literature, and learning golf.