About Us

A firm of conviction,
discipline, and discretion.

Trillion & Co Sterling is a private investment management firm serving a select cohort of high-net-worth families, principals, and institutions.

Trillion & Co Sterling boardroom

About The Firm

An independent firm built on confidentiality and institutional discipline.

Trillion & Co Sterling serves a select cohort of high-net-worth families, principals, and institutions seeking exclusive access to disciplined global strategies. Our independence is the foundation of our judgment.

Every mandate is treated as a partnership — discreet, considered, and structured around the client's enduring objectives rather than market noise.

Independence
Confidentiality
Institutional Discipline
Exclusive Access

Leadership

Office of the Founder.

Martina John Farooqui, Founder & Principal of Trillion & Co Sterling
Martina John Farooqui
Founder & Principal

Biography

A career defined by global institutions, multilateral policy, and an unwavering commitment to disciplined capital stewardship.

Career

  • Goldman Sachs South Africa (CIO) (2020 – Present). Previously, Goldman Sachs International (2017 – Present).
  • Senior advisory and portfolio roles with the Institute of Trading and Portfolio Management and Hampstead Capital (2016 – Present).
  • Founder of a Malta-domiciled hedge fund regulated under the European Central Bank framework (8 December 2024 – Present).
  • Member of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women (2020 – Present).

Institutional Affiliations

  • Eight professional certifications conferred by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
  • Four certifications with the World Bank Group, including contribution to the Human Capital Index project.
  • European Bank for Reconstruction and Development — Green Cities CAP 2.0.

Education & Credentials

  • PhD, Global Economics — Harvard Business School.
  • PhD Candidate, Global Government — Harvard Kennedy School (in progress, 2026).
  • Public Leadership Credential (PLC) — Harvard Kennedy School.
  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) — Charterholder.

Execution

The Trading Team.

The Trillion & Co Sterling trading floor

Experienced market professionals with backgrounds across global financial markets — including team members with over a decade at leading international institutions such as Goldman Sachs.

Guided and mentored by Martina John Farooqui, the team is responsible for the day-to-day execution of trading strategies, portfolio oversight, risk management, and investment decision-making.

With a disciplined approach to market analysis and capital preservation, the Trading Team works to identify opportunities across various market conditions while maintaining a strong focus on client objectives. Their primary responsibility is the management and optimisation of client portfolios, ensuring that each investment strategy is aligned with the client's financial goals, risk profile, and long-term wealth-building objectives.

Management

Our leadership team.

A team of seasoned professionals with deep institutional experience across global capital markets, risk management, and private wealth advisory.

Muhammad Yusuf Farooqui, Chief Marketing Director at Trillion & Co Sterling

Muhammad Yusuf Farooqui

Chief Marketing Director

Muhammad oversees the firm's marketing strategy, brand positioning, and client relations. With leadership and entrepreneurial experience dating back to 2020, he has developed a strong understanding of business operations, client engagement, and strategic growth. Over the last five years he has been actively involved in the forex industry, expanding his knowledge of financial markets and investment environments, and has spent the past six years interning under Martina John Farooqui — gaining mentorship and hands-on exposure to business development, client management, and market strategy. Known for his professional approach, communication skills, and forward-thinking mindset, Muhammad plays a key role in strengthening client relationships and driving the firm's marketing vision forward.

Josiah Mansoor, Client Relations Associate at Trillion & Co Sterling

Josiah Mansoor

Client Relations Associate

Josiah is a client relations associate with five years of experience in the forex industry, specializing in market analysis, client relations, and strategic trading support. Based within a UK-focused financial environment, he is committed to delivering professional service, maintaining strong industry knowledge, and supporting clients with confidence and integrity. He brings a disciplined approach, strong communication skills, and a passion for the evolving global foreign exchange market, contributing positively to both team performance and client success.

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