CEO – Piran Johnson
As CEO of Sotavento Consulting, Piran leads the firm’s strategic expansion across debt advisory, project implementation advisory, and fixed income and equities brokerage, supporting projects and businesses across multiple sectors including real estate, hospitality, logistics, renewable infrastructure and commercial projects, and SMEs.
Piran Johnson has over 18 years professional experience across the African continent. He has worked on numerous multi-million International projects and brings expertise in the fields of debt advisory, project implementation advisory, and fixed income and equities brokerage. Piran holds a B.A (hons) from the University of Liverpool and holds a certification in Hotel Finance and Asset management from Cornell University.
Wilfred Musau
Senior Partner – East Africa
Wilfred Musau is a seasoned banking and finance executive from Kenya. He has held senior leadership positions at major financial institutions, including Director roles and Managing Director & CEO of the National Bank of Kenya. Mr. Musau has a Bachelor of Commerce in Banking and Finance from Kenyatta University and advanced banking and strategy training from the University of Stellenbosch Business School. His experience spans commercial banking leadership, corporate financing, and institutional partnerships across East Africa.
S.Filomeno Monteiro
Asian Regional Director
S. Filomeno Monteiro has built a distinguished career over the past 35 years living and working across Asia, where he has become a respected leader in technology and business innovation. Fluent in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Portuguese, he bridges cultures and industries with ease, bringing a truly global perspective to every project he undertakes.A graduate of the University of New Brunswick, Canada, Today, Monteiro serves as Asian Regional Director at Sotavento, where his leadership is focused on supporting projects and businesses across multiple sectors. His ability to integrate advanced technology with practical business solutions has been instrumental in driving success across these areas. Monteiro’s career reflects a rare combination of technical mastery, cultural fluency, and strategic leadership. His multilingual abilities and deep understanding of Asian markets make him a trusted advisor and partner in international ventures. With decades of experience, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to sustainable development, S. Filomeno Monteiro exemplifies the modern global executive — one who combines vision, expertise, and integrity to shape the future of business and technology.