Clark Reiner's career in international business development and consulting spans nearly three decades, showcasing a trajectory filled with pivotal roles across the globe. His global expertise was particularly evident from 2016 to 2017 when he managed a family office in Malta and Spain, demonstrating his understanding of establishing and nurturing business operations in diverse environments.
From 2011 to 2015, Clark was integral to the expansion efforts of a privately owned oil and gas company in London. His work involved strategic oversight of mid-stream operations and the exploration of joint venture opportunities in various regions, including Trinidad, Tobago, Iraq, Louisiana, and eastern Texas, significantly enhancing the company's global presence.
A significant highlight of Clark's career was his role in developing the Basra Sports City Complex in Iraq. This project was spearheaded through Newport Global, a consulting firm he co-founded, which played a critical role in managing the $550 million development—one of the most significant projects initiated in post-Saddam Iraq, culminating with the stadium's opening in 2013.
Clark also made substantial contributions in New York, serving as Vice President at Mahler & Emerson Inc., a Broker Dealer and Registered Investment Advisory firm, from 2002 to 2009. Here, he led client relations and co-managed operations and compliance. During this period, he also provided consultancy services to Allied Investment House in Abu Dhabi, where he facilitated $80 million in debt financing for the Dubai Lifestyle City, a large-scale real estate project covering over 4.15 million square feet. His consultancy extended to financial and technological projects, enhancing operational efficiencies and market expansion.
Starting his career in the shipping industry with the New World Charter, Clark focused on business development for dry bulk commodities. His foundational corporate experience was as Vice President at The Bull & Bear Group Inc., after which he honed his skills in the Global Wealth Management division at Goldman Sachs in New York.
Clark's educational background is as impressive as his professional one. He pursued an MBA at UCLA's Anderson School of Business in 2002 while working as an analyst in finance and international marketing at Fox Media and 20th Century Fox Films. His undergraduate studies took him to prestigious institutions across the globe, including The University of Cape Town, The University of Chang Mai in Thailand, L'institute Catholique in Paris, and Caius and Gonville College at Cambridge University, culminating with a BA from Middlebury College, focusing on African Economic Development and Asian Cultural Studies.
Philanthropically, Clark B Reiner is actively involved in global educational projects and has worked extensively with a Catholic charity in France, helping health-afflicted pilgrims for over a decade. His support extends to the Naval War College Foundation and The Island School in the Bahamas.
An enthusiastic sailor, Clark's passion for the sea is paralleled by his competitive spirit in various challenging global ocean races, where he continues to apply his leadership skills and strategic thinking.