What We Do
Associate Global Partners (AGP) is a multi-boutique asset management firm. Our purpose is to provide Australian investors with access to unique, world-class investment strategies that help them achieve their financial objectives.
At AGP, we partner with leading investment managers to provide a contemporary marketing and distribution platform that offers access to the retail, wholesale, and institutional investment market in Australia.
With significant experience across business strategy, distribution, marketing, operations and compliance, our high-calibre team promotes and supports a range of strategies across multiple asset classes.
The word ‘Associate’ means partnership and our mission is to partner with investment managers and clients for the long term. We seek to build quality relationships, based on trust and the strength of our expertise, and always endeavour to deliver exceptional service and results for our clients.
Commitment to Our Partners
At AGP, we have an unwavering commitment to our partners.
Our Clients
Our mission is to provide our advisers, investors and consultants with access to unique, best-in-class investment solutions and strategies that will help them achieve their financial objectives.
Our Investment Managers
We endeavour to provide our investment managers with a contemporary marketing and distribution platform that will help promote their brand, grow their assets under management and build their business.
Our People
We seek to find people who thrive in a high-performing and collaborative culture with a promise that their contribution will be highly valued. You will have an opportunity to shape an outstanding investment management company and build a supportive culture focused on continuous personal development, diversity and inclusion. You will also play a critical role in helping our clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives.
Our People
Nerida Campbell
Independent Non-executive Chair
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Nerida Campbell
B.Bus, CA, FINSIA, GAICD.
Independent Non-executive Chair
Nerida was appointed to the board on 17 August 2018 following a 25 year career in the financial services industry. Most recently she acted as the Chief Operating Officer of Magellan Financial Group Limited, having also held the roles of Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary. Prior to this, Nerida was the CFO of UBS AG Australia, and had roles at ABN Amro Australia Limited, Bankers Trust Australia Limited and Ernst and Whinney. She was also a member of the ASX Disciplinary Tribunal Panel.
Jason Billings
Independent Non-executive Deputy Chair
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Jason Billings
Independent Non-executive Deputy Chair
Jason has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry, most recently focused on funds management at Fidelity International. Prior to this, he held roles with Goldman Sachs and UBS.
He has significant experience in global equity markets, being based in Hong Kong for around 20 years.
Jason currently serves on the Finance and Audit Committees of two large not-for-profit organisations.
Jason has a Bachelor in Law with Honours and a Bachelor in economics from the University of Sydney. He is also a member of CPA Australia. Jason has a Bachelor in Law with Honours and a Bachelor in Economics from the University of Sydney.
Martin Switzer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
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Martin Switzer
B.Ec (Hons)
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Martin has held the positions of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company since 27 October 2017. Prior to that, he was a Director of the company since 26 August 2016. Marty has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Martin is currently a director of WCM Global Growth Limited.
Before his appointment as Chief Executive Officer, Martin was previously the Chief Operating Officer of Switzer Financial Group, a content and financial services business. He has been a host on the Sky News Business channel, as well as a consultant to the Australian Defence Force Financial Services Consumer Centre.
Brett Cairns
Non-executive Director
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Brett Cairns
Non-executive Director
Brett was appointed to the Board on 28 August 2024 following a 30-year career in the financial services industry. Most recently Brett was Chief Executive Officer of Magellan Financial Group Limited (Magellan) from 2018 to 2021. He joined Magellan in 2007 as a non-executive director before becoming non-executive Chair in 2013 and executive Chair from 2015 to 2018. Prior to his time at Magellan, Dr Cairns was co-head of the capital markets group within structured finance at Babcock & Brown, which he joined in 2002. He was also the managing director and head of debt capital markets for Merrill Lynch in Australia where he worked from 1994 to 2002 Prior to that Dr Cairns worked at Credit Suisse Financial Products from 1990. Dr Cairns is also an independent non-executive director of the holding companies of La Trobe Financial Pty Ltd and Folklore Ventures Pty Ltd.
Ken Poutakidis
Independent Non-executive Director
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Ken Poutakidis
Independent Non-executive Director
Ken Poutakidis is corporate adviser and corporate finance executive with 20 years of finance experience. He is the Managing Director and Founder of Avenue Advisory, a boutique advisory firm providing corporate finance and capital markets advice to emerging companies. Previously, Mr Poutakidis worked as a management consultant and a corporate finance executive with leading equity firms across Australia and Asia. His particular expertise includes capital raisings, mergers & acquisitions, corporate advisory, asset divestment and strategy development. He has previously served as Chairman of the Board and Non-Executive Director for numerous publicly listed ASX companies. He sits on the Advisory Board of a leading civil contractor, and is the founder and Chair of the Theofilos Foundation, a charity formed to support students improve their education outcomes. He has a Bachelor of Business degree from Monash University.
Martin Switzer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
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Martin Switzer
B.Ec (Hons)
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Martin has held the positions of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company since 27 October 2017. Prior to that, he was a Director of the company since 26 August 2016. Marty has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Martin is currently a director of WCM Global Growth Limited.
Before his appointment as Chief Executive Officer, Martin was previously the Chief Operating Officer of Switzer Financial Group, a content and financial services business. He has been a host on the Sky News Business channel, as well as a consultant to the Australian Defence Force Financial Services Consumer Centre.
Ben Meakin
Chief Financial Officer
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Ben Meakin
BBus, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Ben has over 20 years’ experience across finance and operations. Ben commenced his career within a chartered accounting firm before moving to Macquarie Asset Management within the Macquarie Group, in a variety of roles across finance and operations, most recently as Senior Manager of Fund & Portfolio Administration for Asia Pacific. He has extensive experience across operational, regulatory and taxation requirements for corporate entities as well as listed and unlisted funds, both Australian and global, across all asset classes. In addition, he has extensive experience across project management, transitions and operational design and implementation.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Business and is a member of CPA Australia.
Adam Camillo
Chief Operating Officer
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Adam Camillo
Chief Operating Officer
Adam Camillo is the Head of Marketing, Digital and Investor Relations at Associate Global Partners and is responsible for setting the brand, marketing and investor relations strategies that support the growth and success of our business and products/funds. With close to 20 years of working in the financial services industry, Adam has extensive experience as a marketing leader across retail, wholesale, and institutional markets. Adam has held several senior roles in well-known financial services companies such as Macquarie, NAB, AMP Capital and mostly recently at Perpetual Limited, where he was Head of Corporate Marketing and Brand. Adam holds a Bachelor of Business and is currently a Master of Business Administration (MBA) candidate with AGSM.
Nicole Aubrey
Head of Distribution
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Nicole Aubrey
Head of Distribution
As Head of Distribution at Associate Global Partners Nicole is responsible for sales strategy and distribution of our investment strategies to asset consultants, dealer groups, private banks, family offices and advisers.
Nicole has over 20 years’ experience in financial services, specialising in wholesale channels. Prior to joining Associate Global Partners in 2023, Nicole was the acting Head of Asset Consultants and Senior Manager, National Accounts at Perpetual Group and has held senior roles across a number of asset managers including Morrison and Co, Pendal Group and IML.
Nicole has a Degree in Agricultural Economics (Hons) from the University of Sydney, an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and a Masters of Business Administration (Exec) from UNSW.
Email: naubrey@associateglobal.com
Joshita Kumar
Financial Controller
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Joshita Kumar
BCom, CA
Financial Controller
Joshita Kumar is a Financial Controller at Associate Global Partners Limited.
Joshita is an experienced Finance Professional and Business Partner with almost 30 years’ of broad management and finance experience gained with large listed, public, and private corporations across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific regions, across various industries and organisations specialising in Property and Property Funds Management/Accounting. Joshita has held several senior leadership roles across KPMG, CBA, Westfield, Scentre Group, GPT, Lendlease, Stockland, Charter Hall, KIPT (a subsidiary of CFSGAM) and most recently at Arkadia Property Services.
Joshita brings extensive experience from all facets of finance (including capital transaction, development and leasing), management, reporting & analysis, due diligence, strategy, compliance, investor relations, forecasting, budgeting and planning, stakeholder management/business partnering, change management, business & process improvement, people leadership, audit, advisory and tax. Joshita’s key strengths include leading, supporting senior executives, stakeholder engagement/partnership, collaboration, improvements, analytics/report design and project management.
Joshita holds a Bachelor of Commerce and is a Chartered Accountant with CAANZ.
Paul Stojanovic
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution NSW, ACT & WA
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Paul Stojanovic
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution NSW, ACT & WA
Paul is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the areas of wholesale and private wealth management. Paul has demonstrated a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results for both his clients and his team. With a strategic mindset and a focus on innovation, Paul has been instrumental in driving growth and enhancing the service offerings within his regions. His leadership style is characterised by a collaborative approach, fostering a culture of excellence and integrity among his colleagues. Beyond the realm of finance, as he personally supports a number of charities, contributing to the betterment of the industry and society at large. His dedication to professional development and mentorship has made him a respected figure among peers.
Shanene Romano
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution QLD
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Shanene Romano
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution QLD
Shanene has been in the Financial Services Industry for some decades in a variety of roles that has provided her with a diversity of connections. It has been a privilege for Shanene to work with many professional partners including Investment Managers, Superannuation, Financial Planning businesses, and Legal Advisers. Her skills span business development, account management, marketing and stakeholder engagement. Being a connector, she loves working to achieve great outcomes for all and making a difference.
Email: sromano@associateglobal.com
Melanie Fairbairn
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution VIC & SA
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Melanie Fairbairn
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution VIC & SA
Melanie joined Associate Global Partners in October 2024 as Director – Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution. She is responsible for distribution of our investment strategies across Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania.
Melanie has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry in areas including Investment Bonds, Funds Management, Financial Advice and Technology.
Prior to joining Associate Global Partners, Melanie worked as Regional Manager at Warakirri Asset Management and State Street Global Advisors and as National Account Manager at Generation Life.
Melanie has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong, an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and a Certificate in ESG Investing from the CFA Institute.
Nerida Campbell
Independent Non-executive Chair
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Nerida Campbell
B.Bus, CA, FINSIA, GAICD.
Independent Non-executive Chair
Nerida was appointed to the board on 17 August 2018 following a 25 year career in the financial services industry. Most recently she acted as the Chief Operating Officer of Magellan Financial Group Limited, having also held the roles of Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary. Prior to this, Nerida was the CFO of UBS AG Australia, and had roles at ABN Amro Australia Limited, Bankers Trust Australia Limited and Ernst and Whinney. She was also a member of the ASX Disciplinary Tribunal Panel.
Jason Billings
Independent Non-executive Deputy Chair
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Jason Billings
Independent Non-executive Deputy Chair
Jason has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry, most recently focused on funds management at Fidelity International. Prior to this, he held roles with Goldman Sachs and UBS.
He has significant experience in global equity markets, being based in Hong Kong for around 20 years.
Jason currently serves on the Finance and Audit Committees of two large not-for-profit organisations.
Jason has a Bachelor in Law with Honours and a Bachelor in economics from the University of Sydney. He is also a member of CPA Australia. Jason has a Bachelor in Law with Honours and a Bachelor in Economics from the University of Sydney.
Martin Switzer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
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Martin Switzer
B.Ec (Hons)
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Martin has held the positions of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company since 27 October 2017. Prior to that, he was a Director of the company since 26 August 2016. Marty has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Martin is currently a director of WCM Global Growth Limited.
Before his appointment as Chief Executive Officer, Martin was previously the Chief Operating Officer of Switzer Financial Group, a content and financial services business. He has been a host on the Sky News Business channel, as well as a consultant to the Australian Defence Force Financial Services Consumer Centre.
Brett Cairns
Non-executive Director
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Brett Cairns
Non-executive Director
Brett was appointed to the Board on 28 August 2024 following a 30-year career in the financial services industry. Most recently Brett was Chief Executive Officer of Magellan Financial Group Limited (Magellan) from 2018 to 2021. He joined Magellan in 2007 as a non-executive director before becoming non-executive Chair in 2013 and executive Chair from 2015 to 2018. Prior to his time at Magellan, Dr Cairns was co-head of the capital markets group within structured finance at Babcock & Brown, which he joined in 2002. He was also the managing director and head of debt capital markets for Merrill Lynch in Australia where he worked from 1994 to 2002 Prior to that Dr Cairns worked at Credit Suisse Financial Products from 1990. Dr Cairns is also an independent non-executive director of the holding companies of La Trobe Financial Pty Ltd and Folklore Ventures Pty Ltd.
Ken Poutakidis
Independent Non-executive Director
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Ken Poutakidis
Independent Non-executive Director
Ken Poutakidis is corporate adviser and corporate finance executive with 20 years of finance experience. He is the Managing Director and Founder of Avenue Advisory, a boutique advisory firm providing corporate finance and capital markets advice to emerging companies. Previously, Mr Poutakidis worked as a management consultant and a corporate finance executive with leading equity firms across Australia and Asia. His particular expertise includes capital raisings, mergers & acquisitions, corporate advisory, asset divestment and strategy development. He has previously served as Chairman of the Board and Non-Executive Director for numerous publicly listed ASX companies. He sits on the Advisory Board of a leading civil contractor, and is the founder and Chair of the Theofilos Foundation, a charity formed to support students improve their education outcomes. He has a Bachelor of Business degree from Monash University.
Martin Switzer
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Read Bio
Martin Switzer
B.Ec (Hons)
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Martin has held the positions of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company since 27 October 2017. Prior to that, he was a Director of the company since 26 August 2016. Marty has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Martin is currently a director of WCM Global Growth Limited.
Before his appointment as Chief Executive Officer, Martin was previously the Chief Operating Officer of Switzer Financial Group, a content and financial services business. He has been a host on the Sky News Business channel, as well as a consultant to the Australian Defence Force Financial Services Consumer Centre.
Ben Meakin
Chief Financial Officer
Read Bio
Ben Meakin
BBus, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Ben has over 20 years’ experience across finance and operations. Ben commenced his career within a chartered accounting firm before moving to Macquarie Asset Management within the Macquarie Group, in a variety of roles across finance and operations, most recently as Senior Manager of Fund & Portfolio Administration for Asia Pacific. He has extensive experience across operational, regulatory and taxation requirements for corporate entities as well as listed and unlisted funds, both Australian and global, across all asset classes. In addition, he has extensive experience across project management, transitions and operational design and implementation.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Business and is a member of CPA Australia.
Adam Camillo
Chief Operating Officer
Read Bio
Adam Camillo
Chief Operating Officer
Adam Camillo is the Head of Marketing, Digital and Investor Relations at Associate Global Partners and is responsible for setting the brand, marketing and investor relations strategies that support the growth and success of our business and products/funds. With close to 20 years of working in the financial services industry, Adam has extensive experience as a marketing leader across retail, wholesale, and institutional markets. Adam has held several senior roles in well-known financial services companies such as Macquarie, NAB, AMP Capital and mostly recently at Perpetual Limited, where he was Head of Corporate Marketing and Brand. Adam holds a Bachelor of Business and is currently a Master of Business Administration (MBA) candidate with AGSM.
Nicole Aubrey
Head of Distribution
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Nicole Aubrey
Head of Distribution
As Head of Distribution at Associate Global Partners Nicole is responsible for sales strategy and distribution of our investment strategies to asset consultants, dealer groups, private banks, family offices and advisers.
Nicole has over 20 years’ experience in financial services, specialising in wholesale channels. Prior to joining Associate Global Partners in 2023, Nicole was the acting Head of Asset Consultants and Senior Manager, National Accounts at Perpetual Group and has held senior roles across a number of asset managers including Morrison and Co, Pendal Group and IML.
Nicole has a Degree in Agricultural Economics (Hons) from the University of Sydney, an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and a Masters of Business Administration (Exec) from UNSW.
Email: naubrey@associateglobal.com
Joshita Kumar
Financial Controller
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Joshita Kumar
BCom, CA
Financial Controller
Joshita Kumar is a Financial Controller at Associate Global Partners Limited.
Joshita is an experienced Finance Professional and Business Partner with almost 30 years’ of broad management and finance experience gained with large listed, public, and private corporations across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific regions, across various industries and organisations specialising in Property and Property Funds Management/Accounting. Joshita has held several senior leadership roles across KPMG, CBA, Westfield, Scentre Group, GPT, Lendlease, Stockland, Charter Hall, KIPT (a subsidiary of CFSGAM) and most recently at Arkadia Property Services.
Joshita brings extensive experience from all facets of finance (including capital transaction, development and leasing), management, reporting & analysis, due diligence, strategy, compliance, investor relations, forecasting, budgeting and planning, stakeholder management/business partnering, change management, business & process improvement, people leadership, audit, advisory and tax. Joshita’s key strengths include leading, supporting senior executives, stakeholder engagement/partnership, collaboration, improvements, analytics/report design and project management.
Joshita holds a Bachelor of Commerce and is a Chartered Accountant with CAANZ.
Paul Stojanovic
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution NSW, ACT & WA
Read Bio
Paul Stojanovic
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution NSW, ACT & WA
Paul is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the areas of wholesale and private wealth management. Paul has demonstrated a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results for both his clients and his team. With a strategic mindset and a focus on innovation, Paul has been instrumental in driving growth and enhancing the service offerings within his regions. His leadership style is characterised by a collaborative approach, fostering a culture of excellence and integrity among his colleagues. Beyond the realm of finance, as he personally supports a number of charities, contributing to the betterment of the industry and society at large. His dedication to professional development and mentorship has made him a respected figure among peers.
Shanene Romano
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution QLD
Read Bio
Shanene Romano
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution QLD
Shanene has been in the Financial Services Industry for some decades in a variety of roles that has provided her with a diversity of connections. It has been a privilege for Shanene to work with many professional partners including Investment Managers, Superannuation, Financial Planning businesses, and Legal Advisers. Her skills span business development, account management, marketing and stakeholder engagement. Being a connector, she loves working to achieve great outcomes for all and making a difference.
Email: sromano@associateglobal.com
Melanie Fairbairn
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution VIC & SA
Read Bio
Melanie Fairbairn
Director - Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution VIC & SA
Melanie joined Associate Global Partners in October 2024 as Director – Wholesale & Private Wealth Distribution. She is responsible for distribution of our investment strategies across Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania.
Melanie has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry in areas including Investment Bonds, Funds Management, Financial Advice and Technology.
Prior to joining Associate Global Partners, Melanie worked as Regional Manager at Warakirri Asset Management and State Street Global Advisors and as National Account Manager at Generation Life.
Melanie has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong, an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and a Certificate in ESG Investing from the CFA Institute.