Our Team

Dr Brett Cairns is a seasoned Australian financial services leader with more than three decades of experience in capital markets, investment management and corporate leadership.

Across his career, Brett has developed a reputation for strong governance, capital markets insight and strategic leadership in financial services. His contributions span debt capital markets, structured finance and investment management - with particular influence in the Australian funds management landscape over the past 20+ years.

He is most prominently recognised for his executive roles at Magellan Financial Group Limited, including serving as the company’s Chief Executive Officer from 2018 until his departure in late 2021.

As CEO, Brett was part of the leadership team during a period of significant growth for Magellan, when the firm’s strategies and listed funds gained global attention. He was also involved in launching and developing key product areas such as exchange-traded products and the retirement solution FuturePay.

Brett holds a Bachelor of Engineering (First Class Honours), Master of Business Administration and a Doctorate of Philosophy from the University of Sydney.

Jason Coggins is a respected Australian investment expert with over two decades of experience in financial services, specialising in research, asset allocation, portfolio construction and wealth strategy. Best known for his leadership role as Head of Research and Partner at Koda Capital from 2014 to 2023, he played a central part in shaping the firm's investment strategy and research capabilities.

Across his career, Jason has built a reputation for research-driven investing grounded in true diversification, high-quality manager selection and long-term, risk-aware portfolio construction. His approach is defined by rigorous thinking in sourcing investment ideas, a strong alignment between investment strategy and client goals - particularly in complex private wealth, family office and philanthropic contexts - and a disciplined, long-term perspective that looks beyond short-term market cycles towards sustainable outcomes. Known for his thoughtful insights and deep commitment to research, Jason is a highly regarded figure in Australia's wealth management and investment research community.

Jason holds a Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Business Management from University of Queensland.

Brad Matthews brings over 30 years of finance industry experience, with a career focused on investment strategy, portfolio research and the practical needs of financial advice businesses. As Head of Research at Hillross Financial Services for eight years, and subsequently Head of Investment Strategy at AMP, Brad developed deep expertise in investment philosophy, portfolio construction and delivering sound investment outcomes.

In 2015, Brad founded Brad Matthews Investment Strategies (BMIS), drawing on this experience to support financial planning practices in building and managing their investment capability. Using a rigorous, risk-based approach to portfolio construction, BMIS works alongside advice businesses to improve investment outcomes while creating implementation efficiencies and reducing costs.

Brad holds a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment through the Securities Institute as well as a Bachelor of Commerce, Economics and Finance through the University of NSW.

Fraser Herd brings over 25 years of financial services experience, having held senior roles at some of Australia's most prestigious institutions, including Westpac Private Bank, Credit Suisse Private Bank Australia and Macquarie. Throughout his career, Fraser has developed deep expertise in designing and implementing investment and distribution frameworks, with a particular focus on delivering bespoke financial solutions and enabling access to wholesale private investments for high-net-worth clients across Australia and internationally. Fraser leads the Anseres Capital team, drawing on his extensive background in investment management, client relationships and senior leadership to drive the business forward and deliver exceptional value to clients.

Fraser is a qualified Chartered Accountant (Scotland) and holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics, European Politics and Modern Languages - a combination that reflects both the analytical rigour and international perspective he brings to his role.

Graeme Bibby brings over 25 years of investment management experience across direct asset and fund of fund portfolios, with deep expertise spanning superannuation, funds management, asset consulting, insurance and wealth management. He has held Chief Investment Officer roles at Partners Wealth Group, Mutual Trust and AIA Australia Insurance - a track record of senior leadership that reflects both the breadth of his experience and the trust placed in his investment judgement across some of Australia's most prominent financial institutions.

At Anseres Capital, Graeme applies this institutional-grade expertise and an extensive network across the investment landscape to identify and deliver the highest calibre investment opportunities for clients, underpinned by a structured and rigorous approach to portfolio construction and manager selection.

Graeme's credentials are among the most comprehensive in the industry. He holds an MBA alongside CFA, CAIA and CIMA designations, and a Finsia Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investments - reflecting a career-long commitment to investment excellence.

Christina Liosis is a highly experienced financial services executive with over 25 years of experience leading risk, compliance, and finance functions across top institutions. Her career includes senior leadership roles at AMP, NAB, FNZ, and Telstra Super, where she successfully navigated complex regulatory environments and led large-scale transformation initiatives.

As Head of Risk and Compliance at Anseres Capital, Christina plays a pivotal role in overseeing our risk framework, ensuring the business remains compliant and aligned with regulatory expectations while proactively identifying and mitigating emerging risks.

Christina is a Chartered Accountant, GAICD and holds a Graduate Diploma in Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation, Bachelor of Science, Chemistry and Applied Mathematics.

Todd is Head of Operations at Anseres Capital, bringing over a decade of financial services experience across operations management, financial planning and client experience. He manages investment raises and serves as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, combining a strategic approach to operational leadership with a strong commitment to exceptional service delivery.

Prior to his current role, Todd built a well-rounded career at Commonwealth Bank, where he progressed through a series of roles across financial planning, business analysis and client services - including participation in Commonwealth Financial Planning's Fast Track Program, which provided a comprehensive grounding across the full advice business.

Todd holds a Bachelor of Business, Economics and Finance from Swinburne University.

Matthew is a Portfolio Manager at Anseres Capital with extensive experience in investments and managing Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs). He is responsible for the public market portfolios across investment research and analysis, portfolio construction, compliance and risk management. Additionally, Matthew applies deep public markets knowledge to the evaluation of private market opportunities - to assist in identifying investments that offer genuine differentiation from what is available in listed markets and bringing additional rigour to the due diligence process.

Matthew gained international experience in Corporate Strategy at Bank of Singapore, one of Asia's largest private banks - an environment that sharpened his analytical capabilities and broadened his perspective across global capital markets.

Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science and a Masters in Finance.

Gerald Mein is a Senior Investment Analyst with Anseres Capital, bringing a strong foundation in investment analysis, portfolio construction and risk management built across a career spanning some of Australia's most respected financial institutions. Gerald began his career at Deloitte before spending more than four years at Vanguard Investments, where he developed a rigorous grounding in investment operations and portfolio management. He subsequently worked as an Investment Analyst at an international equity growth fund, further deepening his expertise in research-driven, growth-oriented investing.

Gerald holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws from Monash University and is a CFA Charterholder.

Bryan is a Senior Investment Analyst at Anseres Capital, specialising in Private Markets investment research, due diligence and fund manager research. He brings a strong combination of institutional investment and corporate finance experience. Bryan spent several years at Wingate, a leading alternative investments manager, where he focused on funds management, product development and portfolio management. Earlier in his career, Bryan spent three years at NAB within the Institutional Banking Division, focused on corporate and project finance, providing him with a deep understanding of complex capital structures and deal dynamics.

Bryan holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne and is a CFA Charterholder.

Will is a Business Analyst at Anseres Capital. In this role he overseas capital raises, data management, and investor communications relating to private investments. Will also has experience assisting financial advisors with client account management, further enhancing his skills in the financial sector.

Will holds a Bachelor of Business, Banking and Finance and a Bachelor of Information Technology from Monash University.

Bessie Hu is an Investment Analyst with Anseres Capital, combining strong quantitative training with practical experience in investment analysis, portfolio evaluation, and ongoing performance monitoring. Bessie honed her analytical skills at a fast-growing brokerage firm specialising in derivative trading - an environment that sharpened her precision and ability to navigate complex, fast-moving markets. 

At Anseres Capital, Bessie supports investment analysis, portfolio construction and investment operations through detailed monitoring, reporting, and compliance oversight, helping ensure portfolios are managed with discipline, accuracy, and transparency. 

Bessie holds a Bachelor of Banking and Finance from Shanghai University of Finance and Economics and a Master of Management (Accounting) from the University of Melbourne, as well as a Diploma of Financial Planning. She is currently working towards her CFA Charter, further cementing her commitment to investment excellence and professional development.

Giordan is a Reporting Analyst and Portfolio Administrator with Anseres Capital, bringing focused experience in investment operations, portfolio administration and performance reporting. Giordan gained experienced at Colonial First State as a Fund Administrator, where he built a strong foundation in platform administration, data reconciliation and process improvement within a large institutional wealth management environment. In his current role, Giordan is responsible for the ongoing administration of investment products, maintaining accurate portfolio data, supporting investment governance processes, and delivering performance reporting across a range of investment strategies. He is driven by a commitment to the integrity of investment operations and to ensuring that clients and advisors have access to clear, reliable information to support informed decision-making.

Giordan holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Deakin University.

Ky is Operations Manager at Anseres Capital, bringing solid experience in investment operations built across nearly five years at Insignia Financial. During that time, Ky progressed through a series of roles spanning corporate actions, platform investment services and investment operations administration - developing a well-rounded understanding of the operational complexities within a large institutional wealth management environment. Prior to Insignia, Ky held a customer-facing role at Suncorp Group, adding a service-oriented dimension to her operational expertise.

Ky holds a Bachelor of Business, Economics and Finance from RMIT University.