Film Producer, Sea Shepherd Technical Director (CIO) aka Whale Wars.
<p>An accomplished entrepreneur, Omar has overseen the development and growth of a group of successful start-up companies in the digital media and technology sectors over the past 15 years. Omar has also completed several stints consulting with some of the world’s largest technology companies, including Microsoft and Cisco, allowing him to develop an extensive commercial and financial acumen.Omar is now chief executive of Union Roth Capital, a company that provides venture capital and consultancy services to a range of technology and media ventures.</p> <p>Beyond his business exploits, Omar has always held an affinity with the film industry. He is a founder and director of the South Yorkshire Film Network and a long-time voting member of the Australian Film Institute (<span class="caps">AFI</span>). Omar recently served as Executive Producer on Cinemagine’s 35mm short, Waiting for<br /> Gorgo, and is involved in the same capacity with Cinemagine’s feature slate.</p>