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Meet Our Team of International Advisory Specialists

A Dynamic, Modern, and Experienced Team

Experienced consulting team at Marvelux working together to solve complex legal and tax challenges efficiently
We believe in experience, but we value ingenuity even more. At Marvelux Consulting, we prioritise creative, out-of-the-box solutions to complex challenges. Our network includes professionals at the peak of their careers, combining fresh perspectives with classic, solid expertise to deliver clear, effective results for our clients.


Strategic Leadership and  Governance

Giacomo Merello

Giacomo Merello, Marvelux Consulting founder and executive directorGiacomo Merello
The Hon. Dr. Giacomo Merello (LL.M) is an Italian-Antiguan lawyer, diplomat, regulatory consultant and the current Baron of Leslie (UK). He is the Founder and Executive Director of Marvelux Consulting and Executive Director of the Singapore branch of international law firm DMTV Global, while also collaborating as an external regulatory specialist with MinLaw-registered Chung Ting Fai & Co.
Born in Italy, Dr. Merello began his professional career in 2004 as a commercial lawyer, focusing from 2006 on international legal, tax, and fiduciary consulting in Switzerland, Luxembourg, Madeira, and Malta before relocating to Singapore in 2009. There, he coordinated medium and large family offices and real estate holding structures, overseeing legal, compliance, and tax operations until founding Marvelux Consulting in 2017.
At Marvelux, he combines deep cross-border expertise with a multicultural team and a network of specialised professionals, delivering tailored advisory in international corporate services, fiduciary and trust planning, and fintech, including blockchain, DLT, crypto, and digital payment services. His work spans a diverse client base across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Oceania, with an extensive, practical, and verifiable track record in these niche fields.
Dr. Merello serves as Chairman of the Digital Assets Business Promotion Board within the Antigua and Barbuda Official Business Hub and, since August 2023, as Special Economic Envoy of the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda to Singapore. In November 2024, he succeeded to the Barony and Lordship of Leslie (Fife, Scotland, UK) and also covers a diplomatic inter-Order role for the Royal House of Georgia, coordinating relationships with other reigning and non-reigning royal houses. Outside of his professional activities, Giacomo also pursues Japanese swordsmanship and is a certified PADI Rescue Diver with a focus on ocean welfare.

Qualifications, Roles & Honours:
Master of Science (LLM) in International Comparative Law and Economics – Bocconi University, Milan
Professional Certificates (Blockchain Fundamentals, Blockchain Technology, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies) – University of California, Berkeley
Professional Certificates (FinTech, Blockchain and FinTech, FinTech Ethics and Risks) – University of Hong Kong
Certificate in Computer Science for Lawyers (CS50L) – Harvard University
Certificate in Foundations of Central Bank Law – International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Trust Law in Italy Certification – Il Trust in Italia (Prof. Maurizio Lupoi)
Special Economic Envoy of Antigua and Barbuda to Singapore
The Much Hon. Lord of Leslie (Fife, UK)
Knight Grand Cross, Order of the Eagle of Georgia

Media & Publications

Marvelux Consulting's expertise and international reputation have been recognised across various prestigious platforms:

Expat Living
Our Managing Director, Giacomo Merello, shares insights into Antigua & Barbuda’s Citizenship-by-Investment programme.

Featured Speaker at Henley & Partners Caribbean Summit, Singapore
Giacomo Merello was a featured speaker at this prominent event, discussing investment opportunities and Antigua & Barbuda’s citizenship programmes in Asia.

​International Business Climate – Antigua & Barbuda (MaltaInvest)
This industry article highlights Antigua & Barbuda’s business environment, investment opportunities, and digital assets licensing framework, featuring insights from Giacomo Merello.

Comparative Investment Guide – Singapore & Malta (Vietnam Investment Review)
Senior partner Giacomo Merello contributes expert analysis on the shared advantages of Singapore and Malta for global investors. The article highlights the historical ties under British law, attractive tax regimes, residency programmes, and dMTV Global’s advisory services in both jurisdictions.

​Harnessing Global Best Practices for Digital Asset Regulation – Thời báo Ngân hàng (Vietnam Banking Times)

In this Vietnamese-language feature (April 2025), Dr Giacomo Merello, Chairman of Antigua & Barbuda’s Digital Assets Promotion Board and Special Economic Envoy to Singapore, discusses leveraging international case studies (e.g. Switzerland, Singapore, Malta) to help Vietnam develop robust regulatory frameworks for blockchain, crypto‑collateral, and digital bonds.



Key People

Jonathan Chua

Jonathan Chua, Marvelux Consulting strategic partner and development advisorJonathan Chua
Jonathan Chua is a business leader with over 15 years of experience in real estate, business advisory, and strategic planning.
He has held leadership roles at Jones Lang LaSalle, Colliers International, and Gereje Finance Corporation, a boutique mergers and acquisitions firm, before serving as Head of Operations at BNI, the world’s largest business networking organisation. A passionate supporter of education initiatives, Jonathan actively contributes to the BNI Foundation, which helps underprivileged children access life-changing educational opportunities globally.
Jonathan is an active member of Asia Works Leadership and is currently pursuing the Management Development Program at the Harvard Business School Club of Charlotte. He also has training in Organisational Psychology.
At Marvelux Consulting, Jonathan leads the International and Foreign Real Estate division, providing consulting and support to our diverse client base on commercial and residential real estate transactions in Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Europe.




Eugene Tan

Eugene Tan, Marvelux Consulting chief accountant and auditing review expertEugene Tan
Eugene Tan is a trained accountant holding professional ACCA qualifications and brings over 20 years of experience in accounting, corporate services, and tax advisory.
He began his career as an auditor in Singapore, honing his expertise in auditing and tax planning before founding his own firm in 2003, providing accounting, corporate secretarial, and taxation services to a growing client base. As demand expanded, Eugene scaled his practice into a corporate services firm with over 300 clients and a team of 15 professionals, establishing three private limited companies to specialise across different service areas.
Eugene is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and enjoys providing practical guidance to clients seeking to start and grow their businesses. His depth of technical expertise, coupled with pragmatic advice, has enabled many clients to grow from small enterprises into larger companies with an international presence.
He is frequently called upon to conduct training on accounting standards and tax planning for professional staff and clients, sharing his insights to strengthen operational efficiency and risk management. Eugene values interpersonal relationships, innovation, and delivering sound business support that makes a positive difference for clients.

Benjamin Neo

Benjamin Neo, Marvelux Consulting compliance and corporate regulatory officerBenjamin Neo
Benjamin Neo is a corporate services specialist with expertise in Singapore’s corporate secretarial landscape and cross-border structuring.
He began his career at the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) from 2013 to 2017, gaining valuable experience in corporate compliance and secretarial work. In 2018, driven by his passion for supporting businesses in their establishment and growth, Benjamin transitioned fully into the corporate services industry, where he has since thrived.
Benjamin is a Qualified Individual (QI) with ACRA and holds advanced professional credentials from the International Compliance Association (ICA), including an Advanced Certificate in Governance, Risk & Compliance and an Advanced Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism.
Over the years, Benjamin has managed a wide range of corporate services, advising clients on company incorporations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and assisting with company strike-offs. His in-depth understanding of Singapore’s corporate environment makes him a trusted advisor to businesses.
Beyond Singapore, Benjamin supports clients seeking to expand internationally, with experience in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and offshore jurisdictions including the BVI, Cayman Islands, and Seychelles.

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