About the Author

David has worked in the financial markets since leaving college. Initially involved in the debt and equity markets, he then spent a considerable time in the evolving derivatives markets. David rose through various roles including working with fund management and externally in various industry committees to senior management where as a Director with key responsibility for operations he oversaw much change and development in the processes, procedures, and risk management profiles of the firms he was associated with.

This wealth of experience has enabled David to author over 12 titles on subjects including areas such as operations management, derivatives, clearing, settlement and custody, fund administration, and operational risk.

He also works closely with CLT International and Manchester University Business School on their Advanced Certificate & Diploma in Fund Administration. He also provides consultancy services on a wide range of topics.

David is a highly regarded and sought after trainer who works internally with a wide range of major organizations in the UK and internationally, as well as leading public training programs for major training companies. He has frequently been asked to speak at major conferences across the world.

Married with a wife, daughter, and three grown up grandchildren, David enjoys, when time permits, boating on canals and rivers, cooking, and politics. He also lists football, cricket, and gardening among his favorite pastimes.

David is a member of the Institute of Directors and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment.