John Owen Goldberg

 Early Life and Family

I was born and raised in Antwerp, Belgium, a city renowned as the diamond district of the world. Growing up in a small family of just two, my father worked in the mining industry, which profoundly influenced my understanding of the precious commodities that shaped our local economy.

From a young age, I was surrounded by the glimmer of diamonds and the vibrant energy of the bustling markets. Antwerp's rich history and its pivotal role in the diamond trade provided a unique backdrop for my formative years. My father's work not only instilled in me a strong work ethic but also gave me insight into the intricacies of the rough diamond trade, from extraction to the final polished product.

The values of hard work, integrity, and appreciation for craftsmanship were woven into the fabric of my upbringing. My family, though small, was close-knit, and we often engaged in discussions about the importance of relationships. Living in Antwerp, I learned to appreciate both the beauty and the challenges of the diamond trade, laying the foundation for my future pursuits. The lessons I gleaned from my early life and family have continued to guide me as I navigate my path in the world, always with a deep respect for the legacy of my hometown. I moved to the US in the 90s to pursue the great America dream haha. Although I had the opportunity to travel extensively before coming to the US and settling down to a career in Investment & Finance.

My Expertise:→ Leadership & Team Development, Investment, Financis, Consultant, Corporate Strategy , Sales & Business Growth.

I have cultivated a broad reputation of trust within the industry and community given command of confidentiality, fiduciary duty and financial skills in the handling of high value assets and exploring business opportunities/investments. Developing and executing multi-year corporate strategies that deliver measurable growth, from increasing customer acquisition and driving profitable market entry to launching and scaling new propositions across diverse markets. Building high-performing teams in established and scale-up environments. Hiring top talent, fostering trust, collaboration and shared visions. Strategic alignment as a consultant and interim leader with my work spanning sectors, and leading to improved profitability, optimised operations and enhanced organisational focus.

Leadership Philosophy

My philosophy is centered around innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. I realized innovation in Finance,Investment,Renewable Energy,Venture Capital,Commodity Trading and all spheres can not be overlooked. A strong believer that now is the time not only for the innovative investor but also and in particular for those preferring a more conservative approach to question their traditional beliefs, shift their focus to innovation and expand their awareness in investing experience.