Martin Xuereb has been appointed Director of Social Impact at Hili Ventures, marking a new chapter in his career with the diversified group.

Mr Xuereb joined Hili Ventures in 2016 as Director of Business Development, a position through which he contributed to the group's growth and strategic development.

Hili Ventures is a privately held holding company with an entrepreneurial heritage dating back to 1923. Today, the group operates across 10 countries and employs approximately 8,000 people.

Before joining Hili Ventures, Mr Xuereb built an extensive career in military leadership, diplomacy and humanitarian operations.

He served as Chief of Defence of the Armed Forces of Malta between 2010 and 2013, having previously held the position of Deputy Commander.

His career also included serving at the Permanent Representation of Malta to the European Union and as Malta's Defence Attaché to Belgium.

Beyond his military and diplomatic responsibilities, Mr Xuereb served as Director of the Migrant Offshore Aid Station (MOAS), a humanitarian foundation involved in search and rescue operations in the Aegean Sea and Central Mediterranean.

Academically, he holds a Master's degree in International/Global Studies from King's College London.

Main image: Martin Xuereb / ronaldmcdonaldhouse.gr

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