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Ian is a Director and founding shareholder of Artemis Trustees Limited. Prior to co-founding Artemis, he was a partner at a mid-sized firm of Chartered Accountants. Ian brings over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, with his career firmly based in Guernsey.
He is a Chartered Accountant and a member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). Ian advises a global clientele of high-net-worth individuals, supporting them with strategic planning across a diverse range of asset classes. He works in close collaboration with major law firms, accountancy practices, financial institutions, and niche service providers, leveraging his extensive network to help clients implement bespoke, effective solutions.
Ian has long-standing experience serving on the boards of regulated investment funds, particularly within the hedge fund sector. He currently holds a directorship with an AIM-listed company, and sits on the Financial Advisory Committee of a major intergovernmental organisation. He has also previously served on the boards of several listed entities with his current directorships including companies in the natural resources, financial services, and real estate sectors.
Ian is a Director and founding shareholder of Artemis Trustees Limited. Prior to co-founding Artemis, he was a partner at a mid-sized firm of Chartered Accountants. Ian brings over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, with his career firmly based in Guernsey.
He is a Chartered Accountant and a member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). Ian advises a global clientele of high-net-worth individuals, supporting them with strategic planning across a diverse range of asset classes. He works in close collaboration with major law firms, accountancy practices, financial institutions, and niche service providers, leveraging his extensive network to help clients implement bespoke, effective solutions.
Ian has long-standing experience serving on the boards of regulated investment funds, particularly within the hedge fund sector. He currently holds a directorship with an AIM-listed company, and sits on the Financial Advisory Committee of a major intergovernmental organisation. He has also previously served on the boards of several listed entities with his current directorships including companies in the natural resources, financial services, and real estate sectors.
Debbie joined Artemis as Chief Executive Officer in 2019. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a Chartered Director, with over two decades of leadership experience spanning wealth management, insurance, fund management, utilities, and healthcare. A founding board member of the Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman, Debbie has long championed strong governance and client advocacy. She is also a vocal proponent of the responsible adoption of emerging technologies. Her deep-rooted passion for innovation, coupled with a keen interest in blockchain, digital assets, and cryptocurrencies, drives Artemis’s leadership in digital transformation within the fiduciary sector. Educated in Guernsey, Debbie holds an Honours degree in Accountancy from the University of Stirling.
Debbie joined Artemis as Chief Executive Officer in 2019. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a Chartered Director, with over two decades of leadership experience spanning wealth management, insurance, fund management, utilities, and healthcare. A founding board member of the Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman, Debbie has long championed strong governance and client advocacy. She is also a vocal proponent of the responsible adoption of emerging technologies. Her deep-rooted passion for innovation, coupled with a keen interest in blockchain, digital assets, and cryptocurrencies, drives Artemis’s leadership in digital transformation within the fiduciary sector. Educated in Guernsey, Debbie holds an Honours degree in Accountancy from the University of Stirling.
Justin is a Director of Artemis Trustees Limited, having joined in February 2017. He has over 25 years of professional experience in the financial Services sector. Justin is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of complex trust and corporate structures, with particular expertise in investment holding vehicles, mining companies and associated corporate arrangements. He has extensive experience in the administration, management and oversight of multi-jurisdictional structures, working closely with clients and their professional advisers to ensure effective governance, regulatory compliance and the efficient management of their affairs.
Justin was educated in Guernsey before attending university in the UK. He remained in the UK, where he trained as a Chartered Management Accountant, before returning to Guernsey in 2002 to pursue his career in the finance industry.
Justin is a Director of Artemis Trustees Limited, having joined in February 2017. He has over 25 years of professional experience in the financial Services sector. Justin is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of complex trust and corporate structures, with particular expertise in investment holding vehicles, mining companies and associated corporate arrangements. He has extensive experience in the administration, management and oversight of multi-jurisdictional structures, working closely with clients and their professional advisers to ensure effective governance, regulatory compliance and the efficient management of their affairs.
Justin was educated in Guernsey before attending university in the UK. He remained in the UK, where he trained as a Chartered Management Accountant, before returning to Guernsey in 2002 to pursue his career in the finance industry.
Alex joined Artemis in September 2019 and heads the Compliance and Risk department. He has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services sector covering trust, fund and investment management, long-term insurance and banking. Over 15 years of that experience has been in a second line of defence role.
As well as compliance and risk, Alex has management experience in IT, project management and corporate governance. He was educated in Guernsey and has an honours degree in mathematics from University of Oxford and an MBA from the University of Warwick. Prior to working in the financial services sector, he was an academic in the UK and holds a PhD in ultrasonic flow measurement.
Alex joined Artemis in September 2019 and heads the Compliance and Risk department. He has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services sector covering trust, fund and investment management, long-term insurance and banking. Over 15 years of that experience has been in a second line of defence role.
As well as compliance and risk, Alex has management experience in IT, project management and corporate governance. He was educated in Guernsey and has an honours degree in mathematics from University of Oxford and an MBA from the University of Warwick. Prior to working in the financial services sector, he was an academic in the UK and holds a PhD in ultrasonic flow measurement.
Mark joined Artemis in January 2020 as an independent non-executive director. He has over forty years’ experience in financial services, most of which he spent in private wealth. He has lived and worked in the UK, the Middle East and the Channel Islands for some of the world’s leading international banking groups. Mark holds an Honours Degree in Financial Services and is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. He served two terms as Chairman of the Association of Guernsey Banks and was a Council Member of the Guernsey International Business Association for eleven years. Mark previously sat on the FinTech Strategy Group and is a non-executive director on the boards of several other locally regulated firms.
Mark joined Artemis in January 2020 as an independent non-executive director. He has over forty years’ experience in financial services, most of which he spent in private wealth. He has lived and worked in the UK, the Middle East and the Channel Islands for some of the world’s leading international banking groups. Mark holds an Honours Degree in Financial Services and is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. He served two terms as Chairman of the Association of Guernsey Banks and was a Council Member of the Guernsey International Business Association for eleven years. Mark previously sat on the FinTech Strategy Group and is a non-executive director on the boards of several other locally regulated firms.
Julia has 30 years’ experience in the international fiduciary and wealth management sector. She trained and qualified in corporate governance with Credit Suisse Trust, where she worked for 17 years before moving to head up Barclays Wealth in Guernsey. Julia joined Artemis in August 2019 to manage a portfolio of complex inter-generational family trusts, encompassing a diverse range of financial and non-financial assets across multiple jurisdictions.
Julia speaks German, and has worked in the UK, Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland. She enjoys supporting and guiding beneficiaries to help them navigate the complex and evolving landscape of family trusts. Julia is ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026, which recognises her commitment to client service, commercial acumen and professional sophistication.
Julia has 30 years’ experience in the international fiduciary and wealth management sector. She trained and qualified in corporate governance with Credit Suisse Trust, where she worked for 17 years before moving to head up Barclays Wealth in Guernsey. Julia joined Artemis in August 2019 to manage a portfolio of complex inter-generational family trusts, encompassing a diverse range of financial and non-financial assets across multiple jurisdictions.
Julia speaks German, and has worked in the UK, Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland. She enjoys supporting and guiding beneficiaries to help them navigate the complex and evolving landscape of family trusts. Julia is ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026, which recognises her commitment to client service, commercial acumen and professional sophistication.
Petra has 14 years of experience in the trust and corporate services industry, with particular expertise in trust administration, corporate structures and partnership arrangements. She currently serves as a Client Director at Artemis, managing a diverse and sophisticated portfolio of international clients and asset classes. Her clients include ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families and institutional structures spanning multiple jurisdictions.
Petra has extensive expertise in the administration of complex structures established for a variety of purposes, including wealth preservation for future generations, tax efficiency, confidentiality and succession planning. She also serves as a trustee of a charitable trust, further demonstrating her commitment to fiduciary responsibilities and governance.
In addition to her core client relationship management responsibilities, Petra regularly liaises with external legal counsel on complex legal matters, including insolvency and liquidation proceedings, contentious litigation, insurance claim disputes and large-scale restructuring initiatives. In response to the abolition of the UK resident non-domiciled regime and broader changes in the UK tax landscape, Petra has played a pivotal role in guiding clients through restructuring efforts and has been actively involved in establishing alternative planning solutions.
Petra holds a Master’s Degree in Management and Marketing of SMEs and qualified as a Chartered Secretary in 2017. She is an Associate of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Petra has 14 years of experience in the trust and corporate services industry, with particular expertise in trust administration, corporate structures and partnership arrangements. She currently serves as a Client Director at Artemis, managing a diverse and sophisticated portfolio of international clients and asset classes. Her clients include ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families and institutional structures spanning multiple jurisdictions.
Petra has extensive expertise in the administration of complex structures established for a variety of purposes, including wealth preservation for future generations, tax efficiency, confidentiality and succession planning. She also serves as a trustee of a charitable trust, further demonstrating her commitment to fiduciary responsibilities and governance.
In addition to her core client relationship management responsibilities, Petra regularly liaises with external legal counsel on complex legal matters, including insolvency and liquidation proceedings, contentious litigation, insurance claim disputes and large-scale restructuring initiatives. In response to the abolition of the UK resident non-domiciled regime and broader changes in the UK tax landscape, Petra has played a pivotal role in guiding clients through restructuring efforts and has been actively involved in establishing alternative planning solutions.
Petra holds a Master’s Degree in Management and Marketing of SMEs and qualified as a Chartered Secretary in 2017. She is an Associate of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Mary is a Client Director at Artemis with over 20 years of experience in the finance industry in Guernsey. She holds a BA (Hons) degree in International Business Studies from Portsmouth University and the University of Southern Denmark.
In 2012, Mary became a qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), and has since completed further specialist training in Trust Disputes and Foundation Law. In 2024, she achieved the Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ), an award-winning global certification that covers Islamic finance from both technical and Shariah perspectives.
Mary has a strong focus on advising high-net-worth individuals and families, particularly those with complex, multi-jurisdictional structures. A clear area of focus for her client base is the Middle East, where she brings particular expertise in Shariah-compliant structuring, family governance frameworks, and succession planning.
She regularly works on trust and fiduciary matters involving sensitive family dynamics, court applications, and the development of long-term asset protection and governance solutions for global families.
Mary is a Client Director at Artemis with over 20 years of experience in the finance industry in Guernsey. She holds a BA (Hons) degree in International Business Studies from Portsmouth University and the University of Southern Denmark.
In 2012, Mary became a qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), and has since completed further specialist training in Trust Disputes and Foundation Law. In 2024, she achieved the Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ), an award-winning global certification that covers Islamic finance from both technical and Shariah perspectives.
Mary has a strong focus on advising high-net-worth individuals and families, particularly those with complex, multi-jurisdictional structures. A clear area of focus for her client base is the Middle East, where she brings particular expertise in Shariah-compliant structuring, family governance frameworks, and succession planning.
She regularly works on trust and fiduciary matters involving sensitive family dynamics, court applications, and the development of long-term asset protection and governance solutions for global families.
Andy joined Artemis in 2020, bringing with him five years of experience in Compliance roles within a Guernsey-regulated banking institution.
Before entering the Financial Services sector, Andy spent over a decade in the United Kingdom’s Police Command and Control environment, where he developed a strong foundation in risk management, critical decision-making, and operational leadership.
At Artemis, Andy is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the firm’s compliance framework, with a focus on regulatory adherence, internal governance, and risk mitigation. He has a particular interest in the evolving landscape of financial crime prevention, especially in relation to cryptocurrency and digital assets.
Andy holds a BA Hons degree, alongside several professional qualifications including the ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance, the CMI Diploma in Leadership and Management, and the ICA Specialist Certificate in Financial Crime risks in Cryptocurrency.
He is a member of the International Compliance Association and remains actively engaged in ongoing Continuing Professional Development to stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practice.
Known for his pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, Andy strives to foster a culture of integrity and proactive compliance throughout the organisation.
Andy joined Artemis in 2020, bringing with him five years of experience in Compliance roles within a Guernsey-regulated banking institution.
Before entering the Financial Services sector, Andy spent over a decade in the United Kingdom’s Police Command and Control environment, where he developed a strong foundation in risk management, critical decision-making, and operational leadership.
At Artemis, Andy is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the firm’s compliance framework, with a focus on regulatory adherence, internal governance, and risk mitigation. He has a particular interest in the evolving landscape of financial crime prevention, especially in relation to cryptocurrency and digital assets.
Andy holds a BA Hons degree, alongside several professional qualifications including the ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance, the CMI Diploma in Leadership and Management, and the ICA Specialist Certificate in Financial Crime risks in Cryptocurrency.
He is a member of the International Compliance Association and remains actively engaged in ongoing Continuing Professional Development to stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practice.
Known for his pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, Andy strives to foster a culture of integrity and proactive compliance throughout the organisation.
Sean has been a valued member of the team for over 18 years. He leads a dedicated team of seven professionals, including accountants, bookkeepers and payment specialists, and is committed to delivering accurate, efficient and client-focused financial support across the firm. Before moving into the private fiduciary sector, Sean spent more than 10 years in the captive insurance industry, including seven years with one of Europe’s largest captive insurance managers. There, he worked with a wide-ranging international client base and was responsible for providing high-quality financial reporting and insight to multinational organisations.
Sean brings a wealth of corporate finance experience to his role and has successfully applied that expertise within the private client environment. He is known for his careful, practical approach and for supporting high-net-worth individuals and complex structures with professionalism and discretion. He qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2005 and was later awarded Fellowship status with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), recognising his continued commitment to professional excellence.
Sean has been a valued member of the team for over 18 years. He leads a dedicated team of seven professionals, including accountants, bookkeepers and payment specialists, and is committed to delivering accurate, efficient and client-focused financial support across the firm. Before moving into the private fiduciary sector, Sean spent more than 10 years in the captive insurance industry, including seven years with one of Europe’s largest captive insurance managers. There, he worked with a wide-ranging international client base and was responsible for providing high-quality financial reporting and insight to multinational organisations.
Sean brings a wealth of corporate finance experience to his role and has successfully applied that expertise within the private client environment. He is known for his careful, practical approach and for supporting high-net-worth individuals and complex structures with professionalism and discretion. He qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2005 and was later awarded Fellowship status with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), recognising his continued commitment to professional excellence.
Kate is a CIPD member with over 25 years of experience in recruitment and human resources across the finance and commercial sectors, Kate brings both strategic insight and a human touch to the senior management team at Artemis.
She leads the entire HR function, ranging from talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, learning and development and works hard to continually build genuine connections spanning all levels of the organisation.
Since joining Artemis in 2006, Kate has been instrumental in creating a workplace culture where people can grow, collaborate, and thrive. She assists in ensuring that Artemis remains progressive in its HR practices, championing wellbeing, inclusion and professional development.
Kate is a CIPD member with over 25 years of experience in recruitment and human resources across the finance and commercial sectors, Kate brings both strategic insight and a human touch to the senior management team at Artemis.
She leads the entire HR function, ranging from talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, learning and development and works hard to continually build genuine connections spanning all levels of the organisation.
Since joining Artemis in 2006, Kate has been instrumental in creating a workplace culture where people can grow, collaborate, and thrive. She assists in ensuring that Artemis remains progressive in its HR practices, championing wellbeing, inclusion and professional development.
Paul joined Artemis in October 2025 as Head of IT & Operations. He has over 30 years' experience in IT, ranging from mainframe application implementations to application development for commercial and retail businesses. His experience also encompasses computer hardware, networking, IT support and IT security. Paul is also a qualified accountant (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and has worked as a management accountant across a range of sectors, including in electricity generation and distribution, central government, property development, aviation and trust and pensions.
Paul joined Artemis in October 2025 as Head of IT & Operations. He has over 30 years' experience in IT, ranging from mainframe application implementations to application development for commercial and retail businesses. His experience also encompasses computer hardware, networking, IT support and IT security. Paul is also a qualified accountant (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and has worked as a management accountant across a range of sectors, including in electricity generation and distribution, central government, property development, aviation and trust and pensions.
Jennifer is an accomplished legal and governance professional and an admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa, with over 15 years’ experience spanning corporate law, compliance and company secretarial functions. She holds a BA (Hons), an LLB and an LLM, and is an Associate Member of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Prior to joining Artemis, in August 2023, Jennifer held senior legal executive and company secretarial roles in the industrial equipment sector where she was responsible for legal advisory, complex contract negotiation, governance oversight, and the implementation of statutory compliance programmes across multiple entities. At Artemis, she leads the delivery of company secretarial services and supports the Board and executive team in maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance.
Jennifer is an accomplished legal and governance professional and an admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa, with over 15 years’ experience spanning corporate law, compliance and company secretarial functions. She holds a BA (Hons), an LLB and an LLM, and is an Associate Member of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Prior to joining Artemis, in August 2023, Jennifer held senior legal executive and company secretarial roles in the industrial equipment sector where she was responsible for legal advisory, complex contract negotiation, governance oversight, and the implementation of statutory compliance programmes across multiple entities. At Artemis, she leads the delivery of company secretarial services and supports the Board and executive team in maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance.
Adam is a Trust Manager and joined Artemis in 2007. He has over 18 years’ experience working with corporate and trust structures and has worked with various companies both private and listed.
As well as trust administration, Adam also has experience with all facets of corporate secretarial practice. He has extensive experience with family structures, ultra-high net worth individuals and corporate structures spanning numerous jurisdictions, as well as the implementation and ongoing administration of employee benefit trusts.
Adam qualified as a Chartered Secretary in 2022 and is as an Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Adam is a Trust Manager and joined Artemis in 2007. He has over 18 years’ experience working with corporate and trust structures and has worked with various companies both private and listed.
As well as trust administration, Adam also has experience with all facets of corporate secretarial practice. He has extensive experience with family structures, ultra-high net worth individuals and corporate structures spanning numerous jurisdictions, as well as the implementation and ongoing administration of employee benefit trusts.
Adam qualified as a Chartered Secretary in 2022 and is as an Associate of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.
Maggie has worked in Trust and Company administration for over 20 years. She has worked with a range of high net worth individuals and family offices, and has a detailed knowledge of the operation and management of trust and corporate vehicles. Maggie also has experience working on contentious trust issues.
Maggie joined Artemis in 2011.
Maggie is a member of both the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Society of Trust Estate Practitioners.
Maggie has worked in Trust and Company administration for over 20 years. She has worked with a range of high net worth individuals and family offices, and has a detailed knowledge of the operation and management of trust and corporate vehicles. Maggie also has experience working on contentious trust issues.
Maggie joined Artemis in 2011.
Maggie is a member of both the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Society of Trust Estate Practitioners.
Maxine is the Manager within our Finance and Accounting team. She joined Artemis in 2020 after returning from Australia where she worked in financial planning and accounting services for companies within the mining and manufacturing sector. Previous to her move to Australia Maxine gained over 25 years’ experience in the finance industry in Guernsey, with specialism in fund administration where she gained extensive experience and knowledge in fund administration and complex structures.
Maxine holds an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and a Diploma in Income Tax.
Maxine is the Manager within our Finance and Accounting team. She joined Artemis in 2020 after returning from Australia where she worked in financial planning and accounting services for companies within the mining and manufacturing sector. Previous to her move to Australia Maxine gained over 25 years’ experience in the finance industry in Guernsey, with specialism in fund administration where she gained extensive experience and knowledge in fund administration and complex structures.
Maxine holds an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and a Diploma in Income Tax.
Emma joined Artemis in October 2022 having worked in the industry for over 17 years. She has worked on various corporate and trust structures over the years in a range of jurisdictions, including private office and family trust structures. She is also involved with the onboarding of new clients.
Emma holds the Certificate in Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators.
Emma joined Artemis in October 2022 having worked in the industry for over 17 years. She has worked on various corporate and trust structures over the years in a range of jurisdictions, including private office and family trust structures. She is also involved with the onboarding of new clients.
Emma holds the Certificate in Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators.
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