OmniVista

We are a premier global provider of management consultancy, technology implementation, and application management to the financial services industry.

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    Our team is made up of bright individuals who are passionate learners with strong collaborative skills. For our more senior roles, employees must have strong investment business knowledge or more than ten years of in-depth industry-specific technical skills. Our people must establish a proven record of excellence and clear values that resonate with our core values.

     

    OUR ECOSYSTEM

     

    Other aspects of our culture include high performance, autonomy with accountability, generous compensation, and supported self-development. These aspects, along with our core values, affect how we conduct business with our clients and how we operate as a firm.

     

    Autonomy is presumed

    We believe that autonomy invites creativity and creates a culture of independence and respect. Though autonomy must come with accountability. Accountability is about acting responsibly and communicating transparently so that others can rely on you.

    High compensation is the norm

    We believe that people should be paid what they are worth. We only look for outstanding individuals and are prepared to pay them accordingly. Paying top of market enables us to attract and retain top talent, maintaining a culture where exceptional people are constantly driven to perform at their best.

    Self-development is supported

    We support individual development by taking on challenging work and surrounding ourselves with exceptional people. Our employees constantly seek to learn and stretch their perspective, whether it is through reading industry publications, participating in conferences, or engaging other professionals on a daily basis.

    High performance is expected

    We look for exceptional people because they deliver better results and enhance the everyday work experience. We measure performance based on an employee’s contribution towards our vision and strategic goals. The management team is responsible for setting appropriate objectives, while individuals are empowered to provide feedback. Everyone is expected to use their unique skills to help achieve the firm’s objectives.

    LEADERSHIP

     

    Our Executives are seasoned professionals having worked in the financial industry for over 10 years. Other than their consulting experience, they have all held senior positions at Fortune 100 financial institutions. They bring a wealth of combined expertise, professionalism, creativity, and exciting energy. Our executives also realize that it is our team of professionals and their passion that make OmniVista the leading, unique and dynamic place it is today.

    Nael Farsakh

    Brian Nadermann

    Megan Geick

    Nael Farsakh

    Mr. Farsakh founded OmniVista Solutions in 2010 with a focus on providing exceptional business and IT consultancy to the Asset & Wealth Management, Capital Markets, and Hedge Fund industry. Mr. Farsakh is well regarded within this space having successfully managed strategic and implementation teams at various Fortune 100 Firms and large hedge funds.

    Prior to founding OmniVista Solutions, Mr. Farsakh was a partner at EMC Consulting, running their Hedge Fund and Order Management Practice while leading many Asset and Wealth management initiatives. At EMC, Mr. Farsakh built the practice from the ground-up and established a quarterly Hedge Fund forum.

    Mr. Farsakh holds an MBA from Drake University and a BS in Accounting and MIS from Iowa State University. He also attended NYU with a focus on Risk Management.

    Brian Nadermann

    Mr. Nadermann is a senior technology and business executive with an extensive career in the financial services industry, primarily focusing on Investment Accounting, Portfolio Management, and Trading systems.  Mr. Nadermann is tasked with managing and overseeing OmniVista Solutions’ Application Management Offerings, providing our clients with offsite development and support services out of the Midwest.

    Prior to joining OmniVista Solutions, Mr. Nadermann served as a senior developer and analyst at Dimensional Fund Advisors and Principal Global Investors.  Mr. Nadermann played a pivotal role in providing technical leadership, management, training, and mentoring to both the IT and business personnel.

    Mr. Nadermann holds a BS in Management Information Systems from the University of Iowa.

    Megan Geick

    Ms. Geick is an experienced professional in the Asset and Funds Management industries with operational knowledge across diverse markets, products, and asset classes. She is skilled at building rapport and working across groups to customize efficient solutions to problems. Ms. Geick is also proficient in overseeing fund services vendors, managing projects, and collaborating across global locations.

    Prior to joining OmniVista Solutions, Ms. Geick served as a Global Funds Operations Manager at Principal Global Investors. Ms. Geick was responsible for managing relationships with a high level of autonomy over third-party service providers for all of PGI’s Fund Platforms (seven platforms and over $4.7bn in AUM).

    Ms. Geick holds a BA in Accounting from Northwestern College.

    "WHAT SOME OF OUR TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO SAY"

     

    Tyler Weltz

    Riwa Mouawi

    Zuoyuan Zhao

    Roua Achi

    Salma Malas

    Jennifer Barnes

    Stephanie Chuah

    Andrew Adams

    Wiaam Al Baladi

    Abdo Hachem

    Zaid Koutrach

    Sawsan Raslan

    Clint Krapfl

    Tyler Weltz

    Mr. Weltz is a senior technology professional with an extensive career in the investment management industry, primarily focusing on trading systems and trading workflows. Mr. Weltz is tasked with mentoring employees and ensuring they have the resources necessary to be successful.

    Prior to joining Omnivista Solutions, Mr. Weltz served as a lead application analyst at Principal Global Investors. Mr. Weltz was able to build great working relationships and ensured that end users were getting value out of the work provided.

    Mr. Weltz holds a BS from Iowa State University majoring in Management Information Systems and Finance.

     

    Best known for
    Having a love/hate relationship with fast food.
    In my free time
    I like to spend time with my family. Whether it be going to Great Wolf Lodge/Disney or taking the family to the Zoo or Adventureland.
    Can’t live without
    My family and Pizza.
    Always on the lookout for
    A fun new travel destination.
    Something you should know about me
    Is that I am terrified of snakes.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    Is doing Go-Kart racing for our Holiday Party.

    Riwa Mouawi

    Ms. Mouawi holds a BS from the American University of Beirut majoring in Computer Science.

     

    Best known for
    Detailed documentation (screenshot everything).
    In my free time
    I spend time with my husband outdoors as much as possible in Dubai (i.e. winter only) and Skype with my family.
    Can’t live without
    Traveling to Lebanon as much as possible.
    Always on the lookout for
    Development projects.
    Something you should know about me
    I’m addicted to Cheese and Chocolate.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    Traveling to NYC for the first time.

    Zuoyuan Zhao

    Mr. Zhao holds a BS from the University of Iowa majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science.

     

    Best known for
    Playing DOTA 2.
    In my free time
    I watch videos & sleep.
    Can’t live without
    Life.
    Always on the lookout for
    Time.
    Something you should know about me
    I don’t know what I should know about myself. Perhaps, everything & anything.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    My coworkers celebrating my birthday with me.

    Roua Achi

    Best known for
    Planning and setting goals.

    In my free time
    I read about psychology, spirituality, and personal development. I also go to the gym and spend time with my family.

    Can’t live without
    My daughter’s smile. She is the light of my life.

    Something you should know about me
    I’ve been volunteering with St. Kyrillos church scouts for 17 years.

    My fondest OmniVista experience
    Celebrating Thanksgiving virtually with all my colleagues.

    Salma Malas

    Salma Malas holds a BS Degree in Computer Science from American University of Sharjah, UAE

    Best known for

    Reminding the team of routine tasks we need to complete, they call me a “human calendar”

    In my free time

    I like to bake, play tennis, and go to the beach

    Can’t live without

    Family, friends and coffee 

    Always on the lookout for

    New recipes to try 

    Something you should know about me

    I’m very competitive when playing board games, so beware! 

    My fondest OmniVista experience

    Taking a Latin dance class with the team

    Jennifer Barnes

     

    Best known for
    Sarcasm.
    In my free time
    Working out, spending time with my mom and cleaning (I’m a bit of a clean freak!)
    Can’t live without
    My Weimaraner Paisley.
    Something you should know about me
    I grew up in Hawaii.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    Visiting the team in Dubai.

    Stephanie Chuah

    Best known for
    My fondness for soup.
    In my free time
    I consume a lot of content on YouTube. The channels I am subscribed to can be categorized as follows: social commentary, food, music, gaming, comedy, beauty, and fitness.
    Can’t live without
    The ability to travel internationally. My family and friends are spread out in different countries, it would be quite devastating.
    Always on the lookout for
    Ways to integrate biohacking into my everyday life at the best price possible.
    Something you should know about me
    I hate being touched on the top of my head (unless I’m getting my head massaged or my hair cut/styled). Please don’t even swipe the air above my head. It doesn’t matter how affectionate or playful the gesture is.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    My first hiking experience was with friends and OmniVista colleagues. We went to Bear Mountain in late October, and there was an Oktoberfest event going on that same day.

    Andrew Adams

    Mr. Adams holds a BS from Iowa State University  majoring in Computer Science.

     

    Best known for
    Asking questions and documenting the answers.
    In my free time
    I spend time with my partner and friends creating art in all forms and enjoying life.
    Can’t live without
    A good story, whether that be a book, a play, a show or movie, or time spent with friends telling them.
    Something you should know about me
    I love the 3D Printer movement and I am learning 3D Modeling.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    Meeting everyone throughout my first month and getting to see how the company solves problems.

    Wiaam Al Baladi

    Ms. Al Baladi holds a BS from Damascus University majoring in Computer Science.

     

    Best known for
    Planting.
    In my free time
    Meet my friends (virtually most of the time), GYM, make sweets.
    Can’t live without
    Sweets.
    Always on the lookout for
    Ways to join a basketball team.
    Something you should know about me
    I am in love with the classic Arabic music.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    My first photo session with a professional photographer in Dubai.

    Abdo Hachem

    Mr. Hachem holds a BS from American University of Sharjah majoring in Computer Science.

     

    Best known for
    Being the optimist in the team.
    In my free time
    I enjoy doing athletic training (Gymnastics, Olympic Weightlifting, and High Intensity Cardio), I also spend a lot of time playing the guitar!
    Can’t live without
    Family, Friends, & Great Food.
    Something you should know about me
    I lead a very healthy and active lifestyle, and I love keeping my mind active, whether it’s through the work I do at OmniVista (challenges my mind) or through reading.
    My fondest OmniVista experience
    The entire team had to stay late in the office one day (I’m talking till 11pm), and we ended up having a Pizza Party at 9pm

    Zaid Koutrach

    Zaid has graduated with a B S in Architectural Engineering from The University of Sharjah, UAE.

    Best known for

    Using excel sheets to plan my everyday life.

    In my free time

    I play basketball and a lot of video games.

    Can’t live without

    Having a cup of fresh orange juice every morning. I take this a bit too seriously.

    Always on the lookout for

    New Marvel theories or RuPaul episodes to watch.

    Something you should know about me

    I was an architect before I pursued my career in business analysis.

    My fondest OmniVista experience

    Is helping in designing the new Dubai office

    Sawsan Raslan

    Sawsan holds a Bachelor Degree in Administration Science specialty of Financial & Banking from Higher Institute of Business Administration in Syria

    Best known for

    My love for avocados

    In my free time

    I like to watch movies and TV series 

    Can’t live without

    Desserts and chocolate

    Always on the lookout for

    A way to keep developing myself

    Something you should know about me

    I really like volunteering and facilitating cross culture dialogues

    My fondest OmniVista experience

    The Latin dance class

    Clint Krapfl

    Clint graduated from the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business with a major in Business Analytics and Information Systems. Clint have previous experience as a data analyst and he aim to improve business decisions by thoroughly investigating data trends.

    Best known for

    Working hard!

    In my free time

    I spend all my time outdoors. I love motorsports, golfing, and being with my friends.

    Can’t live without

    Excitement and adventure!

    Always on the lookout for

    New things to learn and new opportunities to connect with people.

    Something you should know about me

    I will build my own cabin on a lake and own an outdoor travel company in the future!

    My fondest OmniVista experience

    Being able to meet people with such a diverse background. It is great to learn about different cultures and work with people that live in different settings.

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