Family Offices in Asia-Pacific

Atinum Investment, formerly Hanmi Venture Capital Co., is one of the largest independent investment companies in South Korea. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Seoul, the firm invests in technology, IT, biotech, medical devices, healthtech, content, gaming, deep tech, and SaaS sectors. The company expanded internationally with a Singapore office in 2022 for Southeast Asian market investments.

Gandel Invest is a single-family office founded in 2012 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. The firm manages investments for the Gandel family, led by billionaire John Gandel and his son Tony Gandel, with wealth derived from shopping centre and retail property holdings, anchored by stakes in Melbourne's Chadstone Shopping Centre.The family office invests in seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies across climate, e-sports, disability services, financial services, retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment, travel, Web3, and technology sectors. Beyond capital, Gandel Invest provides go-to-market strategies, brand and marketing creation, board placements, idea think tanks, and corporate connections.Notable portfolio investments include Animoca Brands, MyDeal, and EngageRM.

Harris Capital is a private investment office established in 2016 to manage the diverse investment activities of the Harris Family. Based in East Melbourne, Australia, the firm operates as a family office with a multi-asset investment strategy that spans globally. Their investment focus includes retail, hospitality, e-commerce, and technology sectors, alongside significant allocations to real estate, alternatives, fixed income, public equities, and cash. The firm is committed to supporting and empowering individuals, families, and organizations to achieve sustainable growth and make a positive societal impact, particularly in Australia through entrepreneurship, social enterprise, and philanthropy.The firm was founded by Geoff Harris AO and Susan Harris AO. Geoff Harris is notably a co-founder of Flight Centre, a major ASX200 listed company, where the family remains significant shareholders. The Harris family also played a pivotal role in the growth of Boost Juice, transforming it from a few stores into a thriving enterprise before a successful private equity exit. Their entrepreneurial background and long-term investment horizon, driven by a multi-generational family mission, guide their investment decisions and focus on conduct, reputation, and legacy.Harris Capital's portfolio includes investments in companies such as Brickfloor, PremiumData360, and Gavl, operating in real estate services and media/information services. The family has also been instrumental in the growth of a large network of hospitality businesses, including popular brands like The Sporting Globe, TGI Fridays, Fonda, and Varsity, collectively encompassing over 60 venues across five states, where the family retains major shareholdings.While specific details on the broader team's expertise are not extensively public, the firm's foundation by experienced entrepreneurs like Geoff Harris AO underscores a deep understanding of business growth and strategic investment. Harris Capital also indicates a continuous search for talented individuals to join their growing teams, including those within their family office and portfolio businesses.

Kirwood Capital Management is a Melbourne-based single-family office founded in 2017, conducting investment and philanthropic activities for a prominent Melbourne family. The firm has interests across private equity, listed equities, property, and alternative assets, both in Australia and offshore, with a focus on financial services, healthcare, education, and consumer sectors.

Pennae Group is the investment platform of the Joyce Family Office, founded in 2018 and based in Sydney, Australia. The firm focuses on investing in mid-market businesses and property development, with a portfolio that includes acquisitions such as Orange Hire and Jaybro.

Saurin Enterprises and Aggarwal Family Office is a single-family office based in Melbourne, Australia, managed by Rakesh Kumar Aggarwal. The firm provides financial planning, investment management, portfolio management, tax advisory and fiduciary services.The family's wealth originated from engineering consulting and grew significantly through the dairy industry. Rakesh Aggarwal founded Australia's fastest-growing dairy company, Saurin Group, which owns Longwarry Food Park in Gippsland, producing fresh milk for the domestic market and powdered milk products for export. The company name is derived from the names of Aggarwal's sons, Saurabh and Rohin.

Verona Capital is a private investment firm and family office founded by Craig and Katrina Burton. The firm operates globally, partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and investors to build enduring businesses across various asset classes and geographies. They are known for their patient and collaborative approach, providing capital and time for businesses to grow.The firm's investment strategy spans private equity, venture capital, public markets, and quantitative strategies. In private equity, Verona Capital focuses on small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Their venture capital arm is active as multi-stage technology investors, both directly and through funds, supporting emerging and established managers in Australia and internationally. For public equities, they seek companies demonstrating compounding growth rates, innovative business models, and first-mover advantage. Additionally, Verona Capital engages in quantitative and systematic strategies, both in-house and through allocated capital, across multiple markets and economic cycles.Founded in 1998, Verona Capital has established itself as a significant player in the Australian investment landscape, with a diverse range of interests including the resources, technology, and industrial sectors. Notable investments include companies like Loopit, Predelo, and Circle In, primarily within the business/productivity software industry. The firm also manages the Upswell Ventures Fund, an early-stage venture capital fund.The leadership team includes founders Craig Burton (Managing Partner) and Katrina Burton, alongside partners Chris Breidahl and Mosh Wakil (Private Equity). Darren Tootell serves as Chief Executive Officer and Nigel Bliss as Chief Financial Officer, supported by a dedicated team of investment managers, public equities specialists, and administrative staff.