Fund Governance Services

Mark leads Channel Capital’s Cayman Islands office, providing fund governance and related services to offshore investment funds. He has served as a fund director for Cayman Islands and other offshore investment funds covering a wide range of hedge, private equity and infrastructure strategies as well as bespoke special purpose vehicles since 2008 and has been living in the Cayman Islands since 2005.

Mark is a Chartered Accountant, a member of the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants, the Cayman Islands Directors Association and the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Economics, both from the University of Queensland.

Martin has been delivering governance and fiduciary services to a diverse range of offshore investment funds since 2010, establishing himself as a trusted leader in the field. With over 15 years of hands-on experience across key roles in fund governance, administration, and fiduciary management, he provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities inherent to the global investment fund industry.

Before joining Channel Capital in April 2023, Martin served as an independent director at the Maples Group, where he oversaw Cayman Islands and other offshore investment funds with strategies ranging from hedge funds to private equity and infrastructure. From 2010 to 2017, he was a Fiduciary Fund Manager at BNY Mellon Fund Management (Cayman) Limited, where he delivered fiduciary oversight and administration for a substantial portfolio of Cayman unit trusts, hedge funds, and funds of funds. His earlier experience as a senior client accountant at CIBC Bank and Trust Company (Cayman) Limited and as a senior tax consultant at KPMG Argentina further solidifies his broad fiduciary expertise, encompassing financial reporting, compliance, and investor relations.

Martin has developed deep expertise working with clients across Latin America (LATAM), providing tailored solutions that address the unique needs and challenges of the region. His wide-ranging professional qualifications underscore his ability to address diverse challenges in fund governance and investment management. He is a CFA charterholder, a Certified Public Accountant (Buenos Aires University), a Master of Business Administration graduate (International College of the Cayman Islands), a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), and a Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA) accredited by the European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS). Most recently, he earned the Advanced Certificate in Blockchain and Digital Assets from the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals, equipping him with cutting-edge knowledge in emerging technologies and their intersection with financial services.

This breadth of qualifications provides Martin with a unique ability to navigate the multifaceted aspects of governance, including traditional fiduciary responsibilities, ESG integration, and the evolving role of digital assets in investment portfolios. In addition, he is a published author of articles on the Cayman Islands fund industry, providing thought leadership on governance, ESG, and regulatory developments.

An active member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the Cayman Islands Directors’ Association (CIDA), and the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA), Martin is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in his directorship roles.

Fluent in Spanish and adept at managing cross-border fund structures, Martin combines global perspective, technical expertise, and practical insight to deliver exceptional value to the boards and stakeholders he serves.

Paul Skinner is a seasoned industry professional with over two decades of experience in financial services, specializing in fund administration, audit, and regulatory matters. He brings extensive knowledge, deep understanding of the financial landscape, leadership experience, and a true passion for supporting clients and building relationships.

Prior to assuming his current role with Channel Capital Group, Paul held the position of Global Head of Fund of Hedge Funds at MUFG Investor Services, formerly UBS Fund Services, a leading fund administration firm with $1 trillion in AUA. There, he oversaw the Fund of Hedge Fund business line, managing a portfolio of over 400 funds across 80 relationships and leading a team of over 240 employees across the globe. He was also integral in product development, policies and procedures, staffing, and relationship management with many of the top 10 managers in the industry. Prior to his tenure at MUFG, Paul worked with BNY Mellon Fund Administration in the Cayman Islands and spent three years in audit and business advisory services with Deloitte in Canada.

Paul graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia and later qualified as a Canadian Chartered Accountant. He also holds an Accredited Director designation from the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada. Paul is a citizen and permanent resident of the Cayman Islands, residing there since 2005.

Kelsey Halley is an independent fund director, offering a proactive, solutions-focused approach to fund governance and regulatory compliance, effectively supporting the needs of investment funds. Previously, she spent nine years in with Deloitte & Touche LLP in the Cayman Islands and four years in the U.S., auditing financial services clients such as hedge funds, private equity funds, banks and family offices.

Ms. Halley received both a Master of Accountancy and Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from The College of William and Mary. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Virginia and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Cayman Islands Institute of Public Accountants.

She is actively involved in 100 Women in Finance and serves on the Committee of Hope, Help for Children Cayman Islands, supporting charitable initiatives.

Katherine is a legally trained, financial services professional with extensive knowledge and experience in the funds management industry. For nearly three decades, Katherine has forged a strong track record in building and positioning investment management businesses for growth, maintaining accountability and developing quality client relationships. She was the former Head of Marketing and Client Services for Suncorp Investment Management Limited from 2004-2008, after which she occupied a similar role with Solaris Investment Management Limited from 2008 until co-founding Channel in 2013.

As a founding director of Channel Capital Group, Katherine now leads our London office. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Bond University and is a member of the Institute of Directors, United Kingdom.