Nanuk boosts distribution, investment teams in double hire

Nanuk Asset Management has signalled its intention to respond to growing demand from clients for more investment strategies aligned with global megatrends through two appointments in its investment and distribution teams.

Marco Lo Blanco, formerly at London-based boutique Seilern Investment Management, has joined as Portfolio Manager and ex-Head of Distribution at Prime Value Asset Management, Mark Jordan, has taken on the role of Senior Business Development Manager. Both bring a combined 37 years of experience in global equities and financial services distribution.

Jordan is also joined by Melbourne-based Senior Business Development Manager, Matthew Kent, and Business Development Manager, Rory Irvine, in spearheading Nanuk’s engagement with financial advisers and investment researchers.

The manager indicated that the two appointments come as demand from clients for exposure to companies benefitting from the global trends driving digitalisation, electrification, efficiency, decarbonisation and sustainability has grown.

“The global economy is undergoing significant and ongoing transformation as industries adapt to resource constraints, sustainability
challenges, and technological change,” Tom King, Chief Investment Officer at Nanuk, said.

“Investors are increasingly recognising that capitalising on these shifts requires a forward-looking approach, and we are committed to helping advisers position their clients in line with these developments.

“We are seeing strong demand from advisers and family offices who want investment solutions that align with these global shifts—whether it’s artificial intelligence, electrification, or advances in resource efficiency. Our focus remains on delivering good investment outcomes through a pragmatic, research-driven fundamental approach.”

King and Head of Distribution, Dan Powell, will remain at the helm of Nanuk’s investment and distribution teams, respectively.