Our Team
Meet Our Family Office Leadership Team in Dubai
Dubai-Based Experts with Global Experience
Our senior partners bring over 60 years of combined experience in wealth management, private equity, corporate finance, and family office services. From our Dubai headquarters, we serve ultra-high-net-worth families globally with institutional-grade expertise and personalized attention.
Combined Assets Under Management Experience: $11.5+ Billion Global Experience: Europe, Asia, Americas, Middle East Educational Excellence: Harvard Business School, Moscow State University
Combined Assets Under Management Experience: $11.5+ Billion Global Experience: Europe, Asia, Americas, Middle East Educational Excellence: Harvard Business School, Moscow State University
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Andrei Marcenco, PhD
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
OWEALTH MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE | $6 BILLION AUM EXPERIENCE
Dr. Andrei Marcenco is a seasoned wealth management and corporate finance professional with over 20 years of experience serving high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients across global markets.
Dr. Marcenco's deep experience in managing substantial assets and his academic background in economics provide Octagon clients with sophisticated investment strategies and risk management expertise typically available only to the world's largest family offices.
KEY EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Chief Investment Officer at investment company managing $6 billion in assets under management
• Senior roles at Renaissance Capital (leading emerging markets investment bank) and Deloitte (Big Four advisory)
• Specialized in merger & acquisition transactions and initial public offerings (IPOs)
• Board of Directors member at leading energy sector and aquaculture industry companies
• Proven track record in portfolio management for ultra-high-net-worth families
• Senior roles at Renaissance Capital (leading emerging markets investment bank) and Deloitte (Big Four advisory)
• Specialized in merger & acquisition transactions and initial public offerings (IPOs)
• Board of Directors member at leading energy sector and aquaculture industry companies
• Proven track record in portfolio management for ultra-high-net-worth families
• PhD in Economics, Moscow State University
• 20+ years experience in wealth management and corporate finance
• Expert in private equity, public markets, and alternative investments
• 20+ years experience in wealth management and corporate finance
• Expert in private equity, public markets, and alternative investments
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Wealth Management & Asset Allocation
- Private Equity & Alternative Investments
- Corporate Finance & M&A Advisory
- Portfolio Management for UHNW Families
- Investment Strategy & Risk Management
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Ekaterina Chernova, ACCA
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
FAMILY OFFICE PIONEER | $5.5+ BILLION AUM EXPERIENCE
Ekaterina Chernova is a pioneering family office executive with over 20 years of experience in private equity, corporate finance, investment banking, and multi-family office management. She is recognized as a thought leader in the UAE family office sector.
Ekaterina's proven track record in building and managing large-scale family office operations makes her uniquely qualified to guide Octagon's expansion and help clients navigate the complexities of modern wealth management.
KEY EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Founder and developer of award-winning multi-family office in Moscow managing >$5.5 billion AUM
• Senior positions at Access Industries (global industrial group) and PwC (Big Four professional services)
• Board of Directors roles at industry-leading companies in marine protein and seaweed sectors
• Founder of educational endowment platform supporting next-generation development
• Featured expert in major financial publications including The National, Finance Middle East
• Senior positions at Access Industries (global industrial group) and PwC (Big Four professional services)
• Board of Directors roles at industry-leading companies in marine protein and seaweed sectors
• Founder of educational endowment platform supporting next-generation development
• Featured expert in major financial publications including The National, Finance Middle East
• Harvard Business School graduate (Executive Education)
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualified professional
• 20+ years experience in family office services and private equity
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualified professional
• 20+ years experience in family office services and private equity
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Multi-Family Office Development & Management
- Private Equity & Investment Banking
- Strategic Planning & Corporate Finance
- Family Governance & Succession Planning
- UAE Family Office Regulations & Compliance
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Mikhail Belzer
Managing Partner - Global Operations
GLOBAL FINANCE EXECUTIVE | 25+ YEARS INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mikhail Belzer brings over 25 years of multinational experience in private equity, venture capital, corporate finance, and management consulting across Europe, USA, South America, and the Middle East.
Mikhail's extensive international experience and hands-on executive leadership provide Octagon clients with practical insights for global business expansion and cross-border investment opportunities.
KEY EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Multiple CEO and C-level positions at leading hedge funds and international investment banks
• Senior executive roles at Credit Suisse (global investment bank), Greenvolt Power (renewable energy), and Kearney (management consulting)
• Strategic advisor to large international clients on operational efficiency and growth strategies
• Expert committee member in power machine building and energy sectors
• Extensive experience in cross-border transactions and market entry strategies
• Senior executive roles at Credit Suisse (global investment bank), Greenvolt Power (renewable energy), and Kearney (management consulting)
• Strategic advisor to large international clients on operational efficiency and growth strategies
• Expert committee member in power machine building and energy sectors
• Extensive experience in cross-border transactions and market entry strategies
• Master's degree in Finance
• Bachelor's degree from Hanze International Business School (Netherlands) - Marketing and International Management
• 25+ years experience in international finance and consulting
• Bachelor's degree from Hanze International Business School (Netherlands) - Marketing and International Management
• 25+ years experience in international finance and consulting
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Wealth Management & Asset Allocation
- Private Equity & Alternative Investments
- Corporate Finance & M&A Advisory
- Portfolio Management for UHNW Families
- Investment Strategy & Risk Management
Combined Team Expertise
60+ Years of combined experience in wealth management and family office services $11.5+ Billion in combined assets under management experience Global Reach across Europe, Asia, Americas, Middle East, and Africa Elite Education including Harvard Business School and advanced degrees Industry Recognition through board positions and thought leadership
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS:
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
• PhD in Economics
• Harvard Business School Executive Education
• Big Four Experience (PwC, Deloitte)
• Investment Banking Experience (Renaissance Capital, Credit Suisse)
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS:
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
• PhD in Economics
• Harvard Business School Executive Education
• Big Four Experience (PwC, Deloitte)
• Investment Banking Experience (Renaissance Capital, Credit Suisse)
Why Experience Matters in Family Office Services
Proven Track Record
Our team has successfully managed over $11.5 billion in combined assets, providing the experience necessary to handle complex wealth management challenges.
Local Knowledge
Based in Dubai with deep understanding of UAE regulations and Middle East markets, combined with global experience and perspective.
Global Perspective
With experience across multiple continents and market cycles, our team understands the complexities of international wealth management and cross-border structuring.
Institutional Expertise
Having worked at leading investment banks, private equity firms, and consulting companies, our team brings institutional-grade capabilities to family office services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Team
A: Our team combines over 60 years of experience managing $11.5+ billion in assets with deep local UAE knowledge and global perspective.
A: Yes, our founders have directly managed multi-billion dollar family office operations and served UHNW clients globally.
Our team includes Harvard Business School graduates, PhD holders, and ACCA qualified professionals with elite institutional experience.
A: Our combined experience across Europe, Asia, Americas, and Middle East enables us to provide sophisticated cross-border solutions and identify global opportunities for our clients.
A: Our team has deep experience in energy, aquaculture, marine proteins, renewable energy, technology, and financial services sectors.
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