Ausbil expands institutional distribution capabilities via new hire

Yasmine Raso

Senior Journalist, Financial Newswire

16 March 2026

Ausbil Investment Management has moved to shore up its distribution efforts for institutional clients in Australia, appointing Kate Machin as Business Development Manager.

Machin brings over 20 years of experience with institutional and wholesale investment clients across Australia and New Zealand, with her most recent roles including Client Director at Stewart Investors, an institutional client service position at Lazard Asset Management and several wholesale distribution positions at Investors Mutual Limited.

From her Sydney base, she will take on responsibility for engaging with institutional clients across New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia and report to Ausbil’s Head of Global Distribution, Adrian Amores.

“We are delighted to welcome Kate to Ausbil,” Amores said.

“She brings deep experience working with institutional investors and consultants across Australia and New Zealand, along with a strong understanding of the evolving needs of this client segment.

“Kate’s appointment further strengthens our institutional distribution capability as we continue to build long-term partnerships with investors across the region.”

Machin joins the $21.3 billion fund manager as it looks to continue its strong track record in delivering for clients across its Australian and global equities strategies for almost 30 years.

“I’m very pleased to be joining Ausbil, given its strong reputation for active management and long-standing relationships with clients,” she said.

“I look forward to working with Adrian and the broader distribution team to support our institutional partners across Australia.”