Gary
Youinou
Gary Youinou founded the global AML research tool, KnowYourCountry, in 2006, after nearly 25 years of experience in the offshore financial industry. KnowYourCountry is recognised as one of the leaders in the provision of cross border risk data and information on a country-by-country basis.
Previously, Gary worked for Mourants, establishing Mourant’s Private Equity administration department. Beginning with a small team of 4 persons, he built a department that grew to 20 within 3 years, and which became known as the first stop for PE administration services in Jersey, attracting such clients as CVC and AXA.
During his time working in offshore finance, Gary has also served as a director for companies listed on various stock exchanges, several large alternative investment funds, and the largest offshore company registration company in the Channel Islands (then known as Capita Registrars)
Gary also provides consultancy services to BDO Jersey with regard to the provision of enhanced due diligence for internal and external clients.
Between his times of employment, he has travelled in many of the deemed 'high-risk' countries.