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Royal Commonwealth Society – Malta Branch

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Vision and Mission

The Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) is a network of individuals and organisations committed to improving the lives and prospects of Commonwealth citizens across the world. Through youth empowerment, education and high-level advocacy, the Society champions the importance of literacy, equality and inclusion, the environment and connected communities across the Commonwealth’s 56 member nations.

The RCS’s unique position within the Commonwealth family allows it to play a pivotal role in convening and connecting the Commonwealth’s political and diplomatic representatives, civil society, business, and youth leaders, on a wide range of issues as well as to deliver highlights of the Commonwealth calendar, such as the annual Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey and the High Commissioners’ Banquet at Guildhall.

Founded in 1868, the RCS is non-partisan, independent of governments and relies on public generosity to achieve its mission.

Our Strategic Plan

Our 2020-2025 Strategic Plan outlines how we will focus on four impactful areas: literacy, equality and inclusion, the environment and connected communities to best contribute to our vision: to improve the lives and prospects of all Commonwealth citizens.

Over the next five years, we will:

  • Act as a trusted convenor and deliver activity in four core areas: connecting communities, championing literacy, improving equality, and protecting the environment.

  • Develop and support youth leaders from across the Commonwealth to help deliver our work and achieve our vision of a better world.

  • Assist Commonwealth nations in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 through our civil society-led programmes in education, the environment, equality and values-based community work.

Our four key areas are:

  1. Better connected communities

  2. Championing literacy in the Commonwealth

  3. A more equal and inclusive Commonwealth

  4. A greener Commonwealth

Find out more about how we aim to achieve these aims and our goals for the next five years.

The History Of The Royal Commonwealth Society

On 26 June 1868, a group of individuals in London established a ‘literary and scientific body’ dedicated to the greater understanding of what were then British colonies. A year later, it was granted a Royal Charter from Queen Victoria. In the early decades of the twentieth century, the Royal Commonwealth Society became increasingly progressive, admitting women as members from 1922, and encouraging a young and diverse membership.

In the latter half of the twentieth century, the Society became a centre for the exchange of ideas and provided a platform for a number of African leaders in their drive to defeat apartheid. These included Ghana’s first Prime Minister, Kwame Nkrumah in 1957, Oliver Tambo, Thabo Mbeki, Chief Buthelezi and Desmond Tutu in the 1980s and Nelson Mandela in 1990.

Over the years, the role of the Society has evolved to meet the changing nature of the Commonwealth celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2018 and announcing Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall as inaugural Vice-Patron. Through youth empowerment, education and advocacy, the RCS champions literacy, equality and inclusion, the environment and connected communities.

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GERALDINE NOEL Director, Barrister

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Geraldine Noel

Director, Barrister

Qualifications
BA (Hons) (Oxford) Law
MA (Hons) (Oxford) Law
LLM (Hons) (Fordham) US law
Post Graduate Diploma, Legal Practice Course and Inns of Court School of Law, City University, London.

Jurisdictions
Malta
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland

Memberships
General Council of the Bar of England & Wales
Chamber of Advocates; Malta
International Bar Association (IBA)
Lincolns Inn
Malta Institute of Management
Malta Institute of Taxation
Institute of Financial Services Practitioners (IFSP)
Chartered Institute of Taxation

Awards
IFLR ‘Notable Law Firm’; 2013, 2014
Malta Best in Business ‘Best Law Firm’, 2015
Powerwealth Awards, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016

As founder and managing partner, Geraldine devotes focused time, passion and extensive expertise towards overseeing and directly managing operations of the Acumum group of companies.

Alongside management responsibilities, her role also encompasses a diverse range of client work, including advisory services and agreement drafting.

Geraldine’s legal career spans more than 30 years, with positions held in the UK, Switzerland, the US, Malta and the Cayman Islands, and experience including legal, tax and corporate services. Widely recognised and acknowledged for her professional achievements, which include winning Citywealth Power Women Award for three consecutive years, Geraldine is a registered barrister in England & Wales and Republic of Ireland.

Away from work, Geraldine relishes spending quality time with her dogs and enjoys the pleasure of good food.

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Michael Satariano

Director of Compliance and MLRO

Holding a key position, Michael’s important focus is on establishing and maintaining a rigorous and robust approach to governance for the Acumum group of companies.

Within his compliance remit, Michael works with the group’s licenced entities, ensuring adherence to the conditions of their respective functions and meeting regulatory requirements. His role provides solid oversight of all internal due diligence and anti-money laundering (AML) systems, including relevant policies, procedures and professional relationships.

Possessing over seven years’ experience within the compliance / anti-money laundering function, Michael’s career before joining Acumum saw him working for the Personal Tax Division of KPMG and within the Corporate Services and Trustee Divisions of several leading Maltese law firms such as Fenech & Fenech and Camilleri Preziosi.

Michael’s wide range of interests includes architecture, history and antiques. Outside of the office, he enjoys turning his hand to cooking and his attention to books.

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Dr John A. Navarro

Associate Advocate

A registered Maltese barrister, John’s role within the Acumum group of companies encompasses a wide range of functions, services and specialisms.

Among areas covered are corporate law, trusts & foundations, immigration law and intellectual property. John also supports the ongoing commitment to compliance and prevention of money laundering activities and counter terrorism financing. He further specialises in the law of voluntary organisations and legal persons.

John holds a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from the University of Malta and Masters of Advocacy from the same widely recognised institution. He has a Foundation Certificate in Trusts Law & Management and was admitted to the Maltese Bar in 2019.

A passion for art and antiques absorbs some of his personal time, along with enjoyment of cooking and the pleasure of reading.

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Michelle Cauchi

Office Manager

Ensuring the smooth day-to-day office and administration function of the Acumum group of companies rests in Michelle’s trusted hands, along with numerous other roles and responsibilities.

Among these are assisting the managing partner, database management, supplier relationships, client invoicing and monitoring of disbursements. Michelle also supports the group’s international clients, arranging transport and accommodation as needed and assisting them with any requirements. Her remit also includes responsibility for the immigration programme.

The experience and competence required for such a diverse range of roles and responsibilities come from over 15 years’ working within the legal profession.

Michelle’s personal interests include a passion for travel, the thrill of snowboarding and the peaceful pleasure of reading.

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Hannah Goodlad

Legal and Compliance Administrator

Qualifications
Law (LLB), University of Warwick (2020) specialising in International and Immigration Law.
Immigration Paralegal, Central England Law Centre (2019-2020)
FIAU’s Implementing Procedures Applicable to Company Service Providers Seminar (2021)
STEP EU: US Trust Law  (2021)
Institute of Legal Studies Malta: Company Law Course (2021)

Jurisdictions
Malta
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland

Hannah encompasses a diverse range of client work, including corporate law, compliance, prevention of money laundering, counter-terrorism financing and immigration law. Hannah also maintains company files and carrys out client due diligence.

Away from work, Hannah enjoys swimming and reading.

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Hannah Goodlad

Legal and Compliance Administrator

Qualifications
Law (LLB), University of Warwick (2020) specialising in International and Immigration Law.
Immigration Paralegal, Central England Law Centre (2019-2020)
FIAU’s Implementing Procedures Applicable to Company Service Providers Seminar (2021)
STEP EU: US Trust Law  (2021)
Institute of Legal Studies Malta: Company Law Course (2021)

Jurisdictions
Malta
United Kingdom
Republic of Ireland

Hannah encompasses a diverse range of client work, including corporate law, compliance, prevention of money laundering, counter-terrorism financing and immigration law. Hannah also maintains company files and carrys out client due diligence.

Away from work, Hannah enjoys swimming and reading.

Get in Touch

    Get in Touch

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      Benedict Popo

      Private Client Advisor

      Qualifications
      Investment Management Certificate: CFA Society of UK.
      Henley Business School, Reading University: Capital Market & Risk Compliance.
      Nigerian Law School (Bar Examination).
      University of Lagos (L.L.B Hons).

      Awards
      Chairmans Award for outstanding achievement, for UK High-value immigration Awards (September 2014).

      Jurisdictions
      Malta
      United Kingdom
      Republic of Ireland

      Benedict encompasses a diverse range of client work, including citizenship, residency, and corporate services. He is responsible for business development, particularly bringing in private high net worth and family office clients.

      Away from work, benedict enjoys swimming and travelling.

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      Dr Geraldine Spiteri

      Director, Advocate (Malta)

      Qualifications
      B.A. (Legal & Humanistic Studies)
      Dip. Notary Public
      LL.D.
      Dip. Eccles. Trib.
      Mag. Jur. (EU & Comparative)
      LL.M. (IMLI)

      Jurisdictions
      Malta
      United Kingdom
      Republic of Ireland

      Geraldine specialises in corporate law, yachting & aviation directorship and advisory roles.

      Away from work, Geraldine enjoys sailing, boating, looking after her pets and photography.

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