Redefining Fund Administration | Speaker | Podcast Host | Alternative Investments Innovator

I’ve spent over two decades in fund administration, helping managers across hedge funds, private equity, credit, real estate and digital assets navigate complexity, scale operations, and unlock efficiency.

Since 2015, I’ve worked on the front lines of digital asset fund services—supporting some of the industry's first crypto funds. My work has also included building Gen AI-powered workflows, launching investor portals, and designing fund ops infrastructure from the ground up.

Today, I serve as Managing Director, USA at The Ascent Group, a global fund administrator with $40B+ AUA and a clear vision: combine high-touch service with proprietary, tech-forward solutions that actually work for fund managers.

What excites me?
🔹 Helping GPs scale without sacrificing control
🔹 Supporting  traditional funds and tokenized and digital-native fund strategies
🔹 Collaborating with teams that want to push the space forward

Let’s connect if you're exploring new launches, rethinking your admin infrastructure, or just want to compare notes on where the industry’s headed.

Skyler Steinke

Oman Arab Bank

Governance:
Assisting bank in developing and implementing effective Business Continuity Management (BCM) policies and frameworks aligned with industry standards and regulations.
Collaborating with client leadership to establish BCM governance structures and cross-functional working groups
Conducting compliance assessments to ensure BCM practices meet relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines.
Leading risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify critical processes and dependencies for clients
Providing expert advice on BCM strategies to client executives and boards, gaining support and commitment for BCM initiatives.
Management:
Facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and documentation for clients.
Conducting thorough risk assessments and business impact analyses to update risk profiles and prioritize recovery strategies.
Overseeing the testing and validation of BCPs and Disaster Recovery (DR) plans through tabletop simulations and exercises.
Collaborating with IT teams to oversee the development and maintenance of IT Disaster Recovery Plans and procedures.
Conducting reviews of BCM plans and procedures to address emerging risks and business changes.
Designing and delivering training programs to educate client employees on BCM best practices and their roles during emergencies.
Consulting and Strategy:
Providing strategic guidance on BCM enhancements and optimizations tailored to clients' specific business needs.
Identifying areas of improvement in BCM processes and developing practical solutions for clients.
Offering expertise in industry best practices, standards, and certifications, such as ISO 22301, to enhance the maturity of the BCM program.
Supporting clients in maintaining business resilience by anticipating and mitigating potential risks.

Enterprise Risk Management-BCM Consultant Onsite - TIG Oman

Information Security Consultant and Specialist Onsite for Oman Arab Bank
Implementation of Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
Risk Management
Policies Management
Incident Management
Vulnerability Management and Remediation
Business Continuity Management
Security Incident and Events Management & SOC Process - Project Management (Waterfall & Agile)
Cybersecurity Project Management
Business Case Development, RFP, RFI preparation
Process Implementation
Data Privacy and Protection
Information Security and Cybersecurity Awareness - Content Development and Delivery

Information Security Consultant Onsite-TIG Oman

Project Manager & Information Security Specialist
May 2017 – Present, Oman Arab Bank, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Project Management for Implementing Security Information and Events Management (SIEM) solution for the bank Risk Management Division-Information Security Department
Business Continuity Management for the Banking Operations under the Risk Management Division
Developing and Updating of Standard, Policies, Procedures and Guideline Documentation on Information Security Governance
Mentoring and guiding of Information Security Team Members on Information Security Functional requirements

Project Manager & Information Security Consultant -Paramount Computers

Oman Cement Company S.A.O.G

Senior Consultant – Information Security Management System
Oct 2015 – April 2017, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman (1 Year 6 months) - Oman Cements Company SAOG.
Implementation of Information Security Management System - ISO 27001:2013 Standard Framework for the leading Cement Manufacturer of Oman
Established IS Forum with a dedicated role of Information Security Senior Officer for the client Organization
Created and Reviewed Policies & Procedures Documentation
Risk Assessment & Controls Gap Assessment
Security Architecture Review follow ups and closure
Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing follow up and closure
Guidance and recommendations for Cyber Security Tools & Technology solutions
Information Security Awareness Generation
Internal Audit & Closure

IT Security Consultant - Onsite - Paramount Computers

HCL Technologies Ltd

Senior Manager - Information Security
Aug 2012 - Sep 2015

CISA & ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
Senior Manager - Information Security
Various roles includes,
Coordination of Project Management - Cyber Security Organisation of HCL - InfoSec Work streams
Project Lead - Information Security Incident Management System
DISO (Delivery Information Security Officer) - BFSI domain
DCO (Delivery Compliance Offier) - Healthcare, Logistics and Media Publishing Verticals
Digital Ambassador - InfoSec Communications
Managed Internal Audits and coordinated External Audits of HCL & its Business Delivery Engagements
Information Security Risk Assessment, Risk Analysis & Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Facilitation
Information Security Awareness,Training and Development
Designing, Developing and Managing Information Security Awareness & Training Programme on various standards and regulatory requirements like ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SSAE16, Data Protection Act, 1998, EU and client specific security requirements within the organisation based on various roles of employees and through various methodologies.

Training Content Development, Managing Online Exams, Generating Awareness through Mass Communications, Conducting Enterprise level Information Security Awareness Events, Train the Trainer Sessions, Rewards & Recognition Programmes, Initiated InfoSec Compliance as a part of Employees KRA etc.  Managed Organisation level InfoSec Awareness Annual Events with encouraging feedback from the Top Management.

Information Security Incident Management
Developed a work-flow in-house for managing Information Security Incidents in line with industry standards

Manager - Information Security
Apr 2008 - July 2012

Assistant Manager - Training
Apr 2006 - Mar 2008

Senior Manager-Information Security

IT, Computer and Management Skills Training

Managed Traineeship Programme as a Manager-Students Relations and Imparted Management Skills Development Training Programmes as a Senior Project Executive – Academics, Counseling & Operations Headed the ISO Process of an ISO 9001:2000(E) institution as a Process Owner & Head of the Department – Computer Science teaching in programming languages like C, C++, Java, Visual Basic and HTML courses.  Imparted computer programming and soft skills training to varied groups of aspirants as a freelance trainer.

IT & Soft Skills Training & Development, Selection & Recruitment, Motivation, Counseling & Mentoring

Freelance (Self employed)

Successfully managed the business development of various territories of leading pharmaceuticals giants like Ranbaxy and Knoll group of companies, promoting financial services and products of Sterling Holiday Resorts Group of companies

Marketing, Business Development & Customer Relationship

With a proven track record in Risk Management and Business Continuity Management (BCM), the focus at Oman Arab Bank has been on fortifying governance frameworks and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The development and implementation of BCM policies have been instrumental in enhancing the bank's resilience, with collaboration at the leadership level to establish robust governance structures.

Expertise in Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) has been further demonstrated through the successful management of policies, frameworks, and strategies. The dedication to Information Security shines through the creation and delivery of awareness content, which has strengthened organizational cybersecurity postures. All initiatives are underpinned by a strong foundation in analytical skills and a commitment to excellence in Risk management.

Guruvayurappan Mani

⚠️ Most TPRM programs don’t fail because of weak tools. They fail because the operating model is broken.
Gartner’s latest guidance reinforces a clear message.
 You reduce third-party risk only when the business, risk functions, and governance teams stop working in isolation and start operating as one system.
Here is the operating model that works.
🔹 1. Fix the foundation. Desilo information.
 • Build a clean RACI (RACIV - with 'V'-Verification owner if possible)
 • Define ownership and responsibilities (for all 3 lines-of-defenses)
 • Map who accesses which data and systems (Mainly Personal Data)
 • Assign primary ownership to ERM, IT, Legal, Procurement, or Compliance
 • Choose the right governance model, centralized or federated
 • Ensure information moves fast across functions
🔹 2. Bring the business to the centre. (Document Business Case)
 • Teach teams to report scope changes early
 • Highlight data, regulatory, and conflict risks (Inherent Risk Assessment of PAPS)
 • Track risk appetite for each vendor
 • Use relevant exposure metrics
 • Agree on tolerance thresholds
 • Make escalation criteria explicit
 • Clarify what business fixes and what Compliance must handle
 • Trigger enhanced due diligence when needed
🔹 3. What a strong TPRM operating model delivers.
 • Better mitigation
 • Unified risk data
 • Faster decisions
 • Lower cost of control
 • A proactive escalation culture
This is the direction high-maturity institutions are moving toward in Oman and the wider GCC, especially with rising regulatory expectations and complex vendor ecosystems.

Source: Gartner, “Optimizing Third-Party Risk Management Through Efficient Operational Practices”, LinkedIn Post ID 7396585528030277634.

International TPRM Alliance

Seasoned Information Systems and Security Auditor,IT and Information Security Consultant and Accredited Cybersecurity Trainer with expertise in Governance, Risk & Compliance, Data Privacy, Business Continuity Management

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