Paul de Fries – Veteran in Global Commodities and Financial Risk Management

Paul de Fries is an accomplished professional with over 30 years of experience in Asia, based in Singapore, and deeply connected to key financial hubs across the region. He holds a Master's degree in Process Biotechnology and an MBA from Kellogg/HKUST. His career spans pivotal leadership roles in major global corporations, particularly in the financial services and commodities sectors.

Paul’s tenure at JPMorgan and Standard Bank as Global Head of Bulk Products saw him build and manage commodities trading desks across Asia, with a focus on operational and financial risk management. His leadership ensured the development of complex financial derivatives portfolios, client-focused trading models, and robust risk management frameworks, especially during periods of market volatility.

At Bloomberg, Paul served as APPC Head for Commodities in Asia, where he was instrumental in analyzing financial workflows and adapting them to evolving regulatory and risk landscapes. His expertise was key in implementing financial systems that catered to the unique demands of the Asian market.

From 1992 to 2007, Paul was based in Hong Kong, holding prominent positions such as Group Head of Risk at Noble Group, where he managed multi-asset class derivatives and physical trading portfolios. His deep understanding of market dynamics, coupled with his vast experience in Asia, positioned him as a key figure in managing large-scale commodities and financial operations.

Now based in Singapore, Paul is well-connected across Asia, leading innovative ventures such as Straits Biopharma Pte Ltd, which offers herbal-based cancer treatment alternatives, and Vocata Pte Ltd, focusing on advancing healthcare technologies through AI and diagnostics. His leadership in these ventures continues to bridge cutting-edge solutions between Singapore and other global markets.