Why Join CEO Connect?

Exclusive CEO Connect Events

Gain exclusive access to six events each year, bringing together Jersey-based CEOs for high-level networking and thought leadership. Each event features expert speakers from both on and off the Island, offering insights on the most pressing industry topics.

Bi-Annual Strategic Updates

Take part in bi-annual ‘Chatham House’ style CEO Connect meetings – confidential forums where you’ll gain key updates from us, our Government and our regulator, while playing an active role in shaping financial and professional services (FRPS) policy.

Early Access to Key Reports

From time to time, we commission or produce reports on key industry issues – such as our Global Value Chains report, which quantifies Jersey’s global economic footprint and contribution. As a CEO Connect member, you’ll receive exclusive advance briefings on these critical report launches.

Enhanced Visibility

Our website is the perfect platform to showcase your job vacancies and opportunities to fellow members and visitors. Share your vacancies and opportunities to reach a wider, engaged audience.

*Please note, a member of your team must be based in Jersey and at CEO or C-suite level to qualify for CEO Connect membership.

CEO Connect Membership

Membership Fees

The cost will be pro-rated based on your sign-up month.

Based on headcount (in addition to standard membership).

151 + (£6,575.00)

51 – 150 (£3,295.00)

1 – 50 (£1,325.00)

Past Event Speakers

Hugo CoelhoDirector of Policy & Advisory, Financial Innovation for Impact

Hugo Coelho is Director of Policy & Advisory at Financial Innovation for Impact and a Research Affiliate at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance. He previously served as Chief Advisor to the President of the Eurogroup, playing a central role in negotiations on the Capital Markets Union, the Digital Euro, and the EU Recovery Fund, and contributing to the G7’s response to Libra. In the private sector, Hugo was a Partner at Forefront, a political research firm, and later Director of Policy at Binance. He began his career as a journalist and is the author of a critically acclaimed book on the euro-area sovereign debt crisis. He holds a Master’s degree in European and Comparative Social Policy from the London School of Economics.

Gillian DuffyPartner, Schillings

Nadia O'ShaughnessyHead of Insight, Themis

Nadia is Head of Insight at Themis, an anti-financial crime consultancy and technology firm. She leads the firm’s research programmes, training projects and thought leadership content, advising government and private sector clients across the UK, MENA, and beyond. Prior to joining Themis, Nadia completed assignments at the United Nations, FTI Consulting, NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and the European Commission. She holds a dual master’s degree from the London School of Economics and Sciences Po, Paris, and a double first class degree from the University of Cambridge.

George Pascoe-WatsonFounding Partner, Schillings Communications LLP

George Pascoe-Watson is a founding partner of Schillings Communications LLP. ‍ George is a former Political Editor of The Sun newspaper and Chairman at Portland Communications. He has deep experience as a strategic adviser to high profile individuals, sporting and political leaders, and the boards and C-Suite of some of the world’s largest companies and organisations. These span the defence, pharmaceuticals, transport, major infrastructure, regulated utilities, professional services, FMCG and energy sectors. George draws on a wide network in the media, politics, and corporate life, as well as years of strategic communications experience. He is a seasoned broadcaster and regularly appears as a political commentator on UK television and radio. ‍ George is featured in the Spear’s 500 2026 Best Reputation Managers Index and has been recognised, jointly with Victoria O'Byrne, as the number one advisor for crisis and reputation management in PR Week's 2025 Power Book.

Dr. Samir PuriAuthor | Director at Pure Strat

Dr. Samir Puri served as the inaugural Director of Chatham House's Global Governance and Security Centre in 2025. He is a thought leader in geopolitics and has worked as an author, academic and as a UK civil servant. He previously worked for the Foreign Office including a year as a ceasefire observer during Russia's first invasion of Ukraine. He was subsequently a War Studies lecturer in King's College London and later a Senior Fellow at IISS-Asia in Singapore, where he helped convene an annual conference on Indo-Pacific security. His books include: The Great Imperial Hangover: How Empires Have Shaped the World, Russia's Road to War with Ukraine and Westlessness: The Great Global Rebalancing. He is currently based between Singapore and London and now leads 'Pure Strat': a boutique strategic advisory firm that deals with the impacts of geopolitics, wars, and changing global balances of power on business planning.

Luke TrylExecutive Director, More in Common

As Executive Director of More in Common, Luke leads its ground-breaking UK public opinion and thought leadership work, shining a light on what the public thinks about topics as diverse as immigration, climate change, gender identity and mental health. With a focus on the nuances and complexity of public opinion, he has helped policymakers, business and civil society navigate issues often regarded as tricky and divisive. He is a regular media commentator and has appeared on flagship current affairs broadcasts on BBC radio and television. He has written for publications including the Times, Telegraph, Guardian, New Statesman and the Spectator. Before joining More in Common, Luke served as a Special Advisor to the then Secretary of State for Education, Nicky Morgan, during the David Cameron administration and as Director of Strategy at Ofsted, the UK government’s Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills.

Juliet YoungPartner, Schillings

Miles CelicChief Executive Officer, TheCityUK

Stephen Blackman, Principal Economist and Director of Strategic Research for the NatWest Group

Lord RickettsMember of the House of Lords, former British Diplomat and the UK’s first National Security Adviser

Victoria O’ByrnePartner, Schillings

Michael MainelliLord Mayor of the City of London

Justin WebbBBC Journalist, Author and Host of Americast

FAQ's

Do I need to be a Jersey Finance member to join CEO Connect?

Yes, CEO Connect is an additional membership upgrade and can only be accessed by firms already holding standard Jersey Finance membership. If you are not already a Jersey Finance Member firm you can find more information and apply here

How can I sign up for CEO Connect Membership?

To add CEO Connect to your existing Jersey Finance Membership, simply email our accounts team.

How can we list our Jersey-based job vacancies on the website?

Please review our Help and Guides in the Portal to get the most out the platform.

How often are the CEO Connect events held?

CEO Connect members have access to exclusive events between 6-8 times a year, bringing together Jersey-based CEOs and industry leaders.

What topics are covered at CEO Connect events?

CEO Connect events focus on key issues within the financial services industry, including regulatory updates, economic trends, strategic initiatives, and policy shaping. Topics are selected based on current industry relevance and member interests.

When does the next CEO Connect event take place?

Upcoming events are listed on our Events page. Please note, we usually send out invitations four-to-six weeks prior to each event, so if you don’t see any listed currently, that’s likely the reason.