Mr. Ball has led numerous complex transactions, spanning target selection, due diligence, deal strategy, and post-merger integration, with a particular focus on structuring and managing joint ventures and partnerships. Mr. Ball’s experience spans markets including Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Vietnam, giving him a deep understanding of the region’s financial systems, regulatory environments, and growth opportunities.

Before joining A&M, Mr. Ball was a Lead Partner in EY-Parthenon’s Asia–Pacific Financial Services practice, a practice which he built and led across China and the wider region. Earlier in his career, Mr. Ball spent six years with MetLife, where he served as CEO and General Director of BIDV MetLife in Vietnam, establishing and growing the joint venture into a successful and sustainable business. He also held regional leadership roles in strategy and M&A for MetLife Asia.

Mr. Ball earned a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.