PIRAGALATHAN CHINNAPEN
Ebene
Summary
Knowledgeable and inquisitive Lead Economist & Investment specialist with 15 years of experience in England, Mauritius and across Africa and Advising High Net Worth Individuals and Family offices on investment structuring across Africa and UAE.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Investment Structuring
Prodigy Investment Ltd
12.2024 - Current
- Leads the strategic development and execution of the company in hand holding investors to plan their investment, preparing, feasibility, country economic and investment assessment prior to investing, liaise with several asset managers for investment structuring
Consultant -Africa
Economic Development Board Mauritius
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Spearheading the strategic design, planning and implementation of the Mauritius-Africa Strategic roadmap to spur investment flows and trade between Mauritius and the African Continent
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
Chief Economist
Mauritius Chamber of Commerce & Industry
04.2020 - 11.2023
- Spearheading the economic Research, industry, and business intelligence cluster of the MCCI.
- Facilitating public private policy dialogue and recommendations.
- Undertake high level advocacy for the business community.
- Conducting industry specific economic outlook.
- Co-chairing the Public-Private Commission on new &Emerging Sector at Economic Development board.
- Undertake consultancy and advisory practices on behalf of the business community in Mauritius.
- Developed comprehensive reports on market conditions to support policy recommendations.
- Assisted senior executives in setting long-term strategic goals informed by robust economic analysis.
- Advocated for data-driven decision-making among policymakers to promote sustainable economic growth.
Development Economist & Head of Africa Strategy
Amity Investment Group
08.2014 - 02.2020
- Developing Amity Investment Group and throughout Africa, responsibilities include strategic analysis of country for investment, looking for private equity partner, undertakes investment analysis and feasibility studies.
- Identify key strategic goals for each country with respect to the country’s human capital requirement and also look for PPP investment opportunities.
Private Equity Strategist & Fund Manager
State Investment Corporation
02.2011 - 07.2014
- Manage the SME equity Fund, designing and formulating micro financing scheme for SME, prepare investment paper, undertake macroeconomic research, undertake due diligence on potential investee companies and recommend for equity participation.
Economic Development Consultant
Ministry of Finance & Economic Development
06.2009 - 01.2011
- Economic Consultant to the Ministry of Finance & Economic Development, Government of Mauritius.
- Setting up the PSIP, prioritization matrix of investment projects, macroeconomic modeling.
Entry Level Development Economist
Coffey International Development Group
11.2007 - 03.2009
Education
Master of Science - Development Economics & Policy
The University of Manchester
UK01.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Economics First Class
India01.2007
Skills
- High level advocacy
- Resource Management
- Team Leadership
- Investment Planner
- African Market Development
- Investment strategy
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-border investments
- Investment analysis
- Equity investment strategies
- Market analysis
- Regulatory compliance
Additional Information
· Member of the Board of Directors of the Bank of Mauritius: March 2020-Nov 2024
· Chairperson - BOM Central Banking Digitalization Committee March 2021-Nov 2024
· Global Advisory Board Member of Young Global Economists Society
References
- Mr. Ishaq Tajoodeen, CEO, AMG Services Ltd, Ishaq.tajoodeen@amgsltd.com
- Mr. Krishnen Kistnen, Director, GREA, +230 52536539, krishnen@greafrica.group
Expertises
- Thought Leadership and Strategic acumen to spearhead business transformation
- Strategic Investment planning, development, and implementation.
- Experience in high end business negotiation and dialogue and Investment Formulation.
- Wide experience to perform economic and industry-oriented research
- Deep knowledge of Mauritian and regional economies
- Huge knowledge of global economic trends
- Familiarity with econometrics and economics theory
- Ability to administer all complex projects
Research Publications
- The impact of female education on infant mortality rate- An analysis of Sub-Saharan African countries, Chinnapen. P, Sen. K, 2009, The Manchester Journals of Economics
- Saving Trends & Tendency in Mauritius from 1980-2009, Chinnapen. P, 2009, Ministry of Finance- Mauritius
- The Global Financial Crisis Revisited- Setting a diagnose & Lessons that have not been learned, Chinnapen. P, 2017, Publications by the Manchester Journals of Economics
Directorships Other Positions
- Member of the Board of Directors, Bank of Mauritius, 2020-03-01, 2024-11-01
- Chairperson, BOM Central Banking Digitalization Committee, 2021-03-01, 2024-11-01
- Global Advisory Board Member, Young Global Economists Society
Personal Information
Title: Lead Economist & Financial Services Investment Structuring Specialist
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Director, Investment Structuring
Prodigy Investment Ltd
12.2024 - Current
Consultant -Africa
Economic Development Board Mauritius
01.2024 - 12.2024
Chief Economist
Mauritius Chamber of Commerce & Industry
04.2020 - 11.2023
Development Economist & Head of Africa Strategy
Amity Investment Group
08.2014 - 02.2020
Private Equity Strategist & Fund Manager
State Investment Corporation
02.2011 - 07.2014
Economic Development Consultant
Ministry of Finance & Economic Development
06.2009 - 01.2011
Entry Level Development Economist
Coffey International Development Group
11.2007 - 03.2009
Master of Science - Development Economics & Policy
The University of Manchester