Our Senior Management Team

UAE | SINGAPORE | USA

Headquartered in Dubai | Offices in Global Business Hubs

We specialise in helping families secure greater visa-free access through secondary citizenship, offering government-approved programs.
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Free From Borders is reshaping the citizenship by investment industry, making the path to a second citizenship quicker and more accessible than ever.

With our cutting-edge platform, clients can complete the inquiry process in under 60 seconds – from initial inquiry and selecting the perfect investment program, to receiving a detailed brochure, obtaining a personalised quote, and scheduling a consultation.

Operating 24/7 in five languages, we transform what is often a complex and time-consuming process into a seamless, efficient experience. Our mission is to help you secure a safe haven and experience the freedom that comes with a second passport.

With a presence in the UAE, Singapore, and the USA, our team is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way, no matter where you are in the world.

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Co-Founder & Managing Director

Christopher Aw

Chris Aw is a seasoned entrepreneur, advisor, and investor operating between the USA and Singapore. With expertise in private investments, structuring, and partnerships, Chris has guided family offices, venture capital firms, and global conglomerates on technology and investment strategies.

He also consults for nations and serves as an advisor to multiple family offices. Previously, Chris advised the U.S. government, overseeing $20 billion in annual investments over five years. He later founded successful companies in cybersecurity and technology consulting.

Committed to philanthropy, Chris serves on the boards of Operation Snow Leopard, Veterans in Media and Entertainment, and Family Hippocampus, and supports initiatives like the Unreasonable Group and Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards. Chris holds a BA in Business (Information Systems) from the University of Washington, an MS from Bowie State University, and an MBA from the University of Maryland, with advanced studies at Harvard, Wharton, and USF.

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Co-Founder & Managing Director

Jake O'Brien

Jake O’Brien is a seasoned entrepreneur, advisor, and operator based in Dubai, with deep expertise in citizenship by investment, private advisory, and international sales. As Co-Founder & Managing Director of Free From Borders’ Middle East operations, Jake leads the firm’s rapid expansion, providing tailored counsel to high-net-worth individuals, investors, and family offices across the UAE, Africa, and Europe.

Previously, Jake spent eight years in the real estate sector, where he founded and scaled an award-winning brokerage before successfully exiting to establish Free From Borders. His sharp market instincts, combined with an innovative, digital-first mindset, have positioned him as a rising leader in the global mobility space.

Committed to reshaping the second citizenship industry, Jake champions transparency, premium client service, and cutting-edge advisory. He regularly engages with strategic partners and international advisors to deliver world-class solutions and remains deeply involved in advancing the firm’s mission of making second citizenship simple, clear, and accessible.

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Senior Private Client Advisor – Dubai, Uae

James Paul

James brings a wealth of client-facing expertise across real estate, wealth advisory, and investment consulting to his role at Free From Borders. With deep knowledge of Caribbean Citizenship by Investment programs, he specialises in guiding high-net-worth individuals, investors, and families toward strategic second citizenship solutions that unlock global mobility, tax advantages, and lifestyle security.

Known for his sharp attention to detail, regulatory expertise, and consultative approach, James ensures every client receives a seamless, tailored experience — from initial enquiry through to approval and delivery. Prior to joining Free From Borders, James held senior positions in both real estate and financial services, where he built a strong reputation for trust, precision, and client results across the UAE and UK.

Today, James plays a key role in advancing the firm’s mission to modernise the citizenship by investment industry, delivering premium, expert-led advisory that cuts through complexity and empowers clients to secure their global futures with confidence.

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Senior Private Client Advisor – Dubai, Uae

Joel Alderson

Joel is an experienced advisor with a strong background in real estate, investment migration, and high-net-worth client services. At Free From Borders, he plays a pivotal role in guiding global clients through second citizenship strategies that align with their lifestyle, financial, and mobility goals.

With a deep understanding of Caribbean CBI programs and a highly personalised advisory style, Joel delivers trusted, end-to-end support across every stage of the process. Known for his calm precision, regulatory insight, and results-driven mindset, Joel has earned a reputation for delivering clarity in an industry often clouded by complexity.

He works closely with clients to ensure they receive transparent timelines, accurate pricing, and tailored program recommendations that fit their long-term objectives. Prior to joining Free From Borders, Joel held senior roles in both real estate and private advisory across the UK and UAE, where he developed a strong track record of building lasting relationships and delivering value to international clients navigating cross-border decisions.

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