Geoffrey Clear

Mr Clear joined ANZ in July 2000 as the Global Head of Commodities based in Melbourne. He is widely accredited as being the primary architect throughout ANZ's evolution in the commodities trading business. This includes leading the developments in all major asset classes from precious and base metals, petroleum, agriculture, power & emissions, etc. In 2008-2011 based in Singapore, Mr Clear was tasked with establishing ANZ's commodity business footprint in Asia. Prior to joining ANZ, Mr Clear was with Westpac Banking Corporation for 22 years. This included 15 years dedicated to Foreign Exchange trading which included senior expatriate assignments to New York and London, as well as roles in trade finance in the early days.