Steve Alban Tineo, CEO of Assertive Group, is a globally recognised leader, financier, entrepreneur, negotiator & inspirational speaker with more than two decades of experience.

With a background in investment banking including successful tenures at Credit Suisse First Boston and HSBC, Steve is a financier able to structure intricate financial deals, resolve critical situations, and foster strong business development. In recent years, Steve has invested in and accompanied a dozen companies with a combined valuation of over USD $500 million.

Operating on the international stage, Steve works both in the visible world and in an undercover capacity. He navigates high-stakes negotiations, resolves complex situations, and forms a cornerstone of negotiation and crisis management teams; also standing out in his capacity as a successful negotiator of commercial contracts.

Recognised as one of Europe's most skilled negotiators and conflict resolution responders, he has conducted hundreds of negotiations with governments, businesses, organisations, and individuals worldwide. As a trusted advisor, he has provided counsel and negotiation expertise to an extensive network cultivated over many years, which includes prominent leaders in diplomacy, banking, finance, sports, and media.

As a writer with his best selling book “Through the Self”, and an accomplished speaker, Steve captivates audiences with his unique charisma, delivering hundreds of inspirational talks that empower individuals with the tools and attitude needed for success and greatness. He holds a PhD and a DBA in “Leadership & Strategic Management”, numerous international certifications, including from Harvard, along with a track record that speaks for itself.

An experienced diver and qualified pilot, Steve is passionate about psychology, psychiatry and spirituality. Above all, he is committed to reducing violence and injustice, supporting children and the vulnerable through his Vison4Peace initiative.

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