John Martin St. Valery - chief executive officer

Having founded Links Group in 2002 John has spearheaded the growth of a Partnership into the corporate structure that now exists. Twelve years living and working in the UAE has given John a unique and unrivalled insight into the commercial activity in this rapidly developing country.

A prior career encompassing senior management roles with Citibank and Kodak was preceded by an eight year period with the Metropolitan Police in London.

John advises many group companies at Board level on a retainer basis – particularly in the areas of entrepreneurship and business development.

Married with two teenage children John and his family are firmly committed to the region.