04 August, 2025
RONALD ATTARD – Chairperson
Ronald is the country managing partner of EY in Malta and Cyprus. He also is the Managing Partner, Risk Management in Europe Central, one of EY’s ten super regions. Ronald has been a partner at EY for over 25 years during which he has occupied various roles including Transaction Advisory Services Leader for South East Europe and Strategy and Transactions Leader for Central and South East Europe and Central Asia. Over the years he has led a number of significant corporate finance and restructuring engagements. He has also supported a number of companies in setting up in Malta. Ronald is also a senior visiting lecturer at the University of Malta.
BRIAN ZARB ADAMI
With 28 years of senior ICT management experience, Brian Zarb Adami is CEO at CyberSift, a leading cybersecurity solutions provider. His dedication to innovation and R&D has resulted in products delivering immediate business value, positioning CyberSift prominently in the cybersecurity industry. Under his leadership, CyberSift is revolutionising cybersecurity through advanced self-learning threat detection tools, simplifying IT security globally. Operating across seven countries – Malta, Estonia, the UK, Poland, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Greece – CyberSift’s multinational team collaborates effectively across three time zones, united by a mission to combat cyber threats and foster innovation, collaboration, and robust digital security.
CHARLES BONNICI MOMPALAO – Deputy Chairperson
Charles Bonici Mompalao is a lifelong entrepreneur and founder of Mompalao Trading Ltd, a company known for blending creativity, strategy, and sustainability in promotional products. He helps brands stand out with meaningful, customised merchandise that creates a lasting impression. Over the past 18 years, Charles has built trusted partnerships with global corporations and national institutions alike. His hands-on approach and strong belief in transparency, service, and long-term value have shaped Mompalao into a recognised name across Malta, Cyprus, and Switzerland, delivering projects that surprise, inspire, and deliver results.
ANTHONY H. FARRUGIA
Anthony H. Farrugia is the visionary founder and Managing Director of Cyber Pass Ltd, one of Malta’s leading high-tech, IoT, and telematics providers, established in 2001. A London-trained accountant by profession, Anthony leads a dedicated team of developers and engineers creating innovative in-house solutions, including CyberTrak, a state-of-the-art platform handling vehicle tracking, cold sore monitoring, and Insurance Telematics. Other databased products include advanced retail software systems. Under his direction, Cyber Pass launched Malta’s first GPS/GPRS vehicle tracking service in 2006 and has expanded operations both locally and overseas. Outside of work, Anthony enjoys music, golf and photography—pursuits that reflect his blend of precision, creativity, and strategic thinking.
RAMON BONDIN
Ramon is currently the CEO of Investors Europe (Malta) Ltd, a depositary and investment services firm based in Malta targeting professional clients and investment funds. He started his career with ECOVIS Malta after which he was authorized by the MFSA as a Senior Manager in charge of Trust Administration and Corporate Services. At ECOVIS, he was significantly involved in all aspects of the group’s management, as well as being a key member of ECOVIS GRC Ltd where he was authorized by the MFSA to hold compliance and risk management positions with UCITS Management Companies and Alternative Investment Fund Managers. Following this, Ramon worked with Alter Domus as a manager in the corporate services section, focusing on licensed entities, mainly Alternative Investment Fund Managers and trust business. He was also appointed Head of Depositary Services for the Malta office in 2016. He obtained an Associate Professional Risk Manager Certificate in 2013. Ramon holds a BA (Hons) in Economics from the University of Malta and an Msc in Economics from the University of York (UK).
MARCEL MIFSUD
A seasoned business consultant based in Malta, I bring over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. Formerly a part-owner of a family-run enterprise established in 1973 and sold in 2023, I now serve as Market Access and Business Development with Associated Drug Co Ltd. I am Deputy Chair of the Importers, Distributors, and Retailers Economic Group and a Council Member of The Malta Chamber, contributing to national policy and business development. I look forward to supporting stronger commercial ties between Malta and Cyprus through collaboration, shared interests, and strategic partnerships.
