Member Spotlight – Medina Advisory

Nadya is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience in the financial services sector. She began her career in assurance with a Big 4 firm before advancing into senior finance roles within the funds, asset management and private equity sectors, where she managed diverse cross-border teams. Having worked across multiple jurisdictions including Malta, the UK and Luxembourg, Nadya brings a wealth of international expertise to her role as managing director of Medina Advisory, where she leads the company in delivering expert advisory services, helping clients navigate the complexities of the modern business environment with confidence.

Navigating through complexity

The modern business world is increasingly complex. Medina Advisory managing director Nadya Koger Enriquez explains why it makes sense to have an expert guide.

• For those who don’t know your company, can you provide some background?

If you're new to our company, here's a quick intro: Medina Advisory is a Malta-based start up that specialises in helping businesses navigate the complex world of corporate governance, compliance, risk management and transactions. We're all about ensuring our clients meet all the regulatory requirements, adopt best practices in governance and make responsible decisions.

Our focus on governance is about setting up frameworks that promote accountability, transparency and smart decision-making. In compliance, we keep our clients aligned with the latest regulations, protecting them from risks and penalties. For risk management, we identify potential risks, assess their impact, and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring clients’ long-term success. When it comes to transactions, we guide businesses through deals, mergers and acquisitions to make sure everything runs smoothly and compliantly.

Our goal is to offer tailored solutions that fit each client's unique needs, allowing them to focus on growth while maintaining robust and sustainable business practices. As a start up, we combine agility and innovation with deep industry expertise to provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions for companies of all sizes.

• Can  you share a little-known fact about your company?

Here's something you might not know: despite being a start up, our founders have already built a highly successful advisory business in Luxembourg, offering similar but broader services. This new venture in Malta is an exciting expansion of that success, allowing us to bring our proven approach and high standards to new markets.

• What  are you currently working on and what are your company’s plans and  strategic priorities for the coming years?

Now that we've set up our business infrastructure, we're focusing on branding, business development and growing our client base. Our current efforts are all about establishing a strong market presence, enhancing brand recognition and building relationships with potential clients and partners. We're working hard to raise awareness of our services and show the value we bring in corporate governance, compliance, risk management and transaction advisory. Our strategic priorities include:

- Client Acquisition and Market Penetration: We're aiming to expand our footprint by leveraging the success of our founders’ business in Luxembourg and attracting clients with our expertise and tailored advisory solutions.

- Strengthening our Brand: We're building our brand presence through targeted marketing, thought leadership and industry events to position ourselves as trusted leaders.

- Talent Acquisition and Team Development: We're recruiting top talent with deep industry expertise and investing in staff training to stay ahead of regulatory and governance trends.

- Strategic Partnerships: We plan to form alliances with complementary businesses to increase our client base and offer a more holistic approach to our advisory services.

Through these initiatives, we aim to achieve sustainable growth and become a leading advisory firm, helping businesses thrive in a complex and fast-changing regulatory environment.

• Are there any projects/achievements that you are exceptionally proud of?

One of our biggest achievements is securing a sustainable client base and reaching profitability in a short time, which reflects the value of our advisory services. We're also proud that this new venture builds on the success of our founders’ established business in Luxembourg, allowing us to seamlessly transition our expertise into new jurisdictions.

• What in your opinion makes Malta an effective  jurisdiction to set up a business?

Malta is a small but strategically located country that has adapted its infrastructure, services and regulations to become a financial services hub. It's a great place for funds, insurance, capital markets, FinTech and crypto businesses. Malta offers a pro-business environment with a favourable tax regime, including tax refund systems for shareholders and a wide network of double taxation treaties. The country has a well-established legal system aligned with EU standards, strong financial and corporate services and a highly skilled multilingual workforce. Plus, it's cost-effective, making it an attractive location for emerging and start up businesses.

• What kind of people/companies in the financial services community would you want to connect with?

At Medina Advisory, we believe connecting with the right people and institutions is crucial for building credibility and creating growth opportunities. We're looking to connect with forward-thinking businesses and leaders who prioritise resilience, integrity and strategic growth. Ideal connections include companies in regulated sectors like financial services, FinTech and gaming, where navigating complex regulatory landscapes is key.

We're particularly interested in building relationships with C-level executives, compliance officers, legal and risk management professionals, and board members who value proactive and effective governance. We also want to partner with investors, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs involved in mergers and acquisitions and cross-border transactions who need rigorous due diligence and structured support. Finally, we're keen on extending our network of industry associations like FinanceMalta and actively contributing to conferences and events focused on compliance, risk management and governance. As we grow, connecting with potential hires is important to stay agile, attract top talent and scale efficiently.

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