• Singapore-based asset management firm, Paragon Capital Management (“PCM”) has established an office in Hong Kong to cater to clients in North Asia with its research-driven suite of products and strong track record.
• Paragon Capital Management (HK) Private Limited (“PCMHK”) appoints Singaporean private banking veterans Arthur Fong as Chief Executive Officer and Faye Ng as Chief Operating Officer.
• This development marks a significant stride in Paragon Capital Management’s efforts to broaden its reach in Asia to effectively provide wealth and asset management services to clients throughout the region.

SINGAPORE / HONG KONG, 12 June 2024 – Paragon Capital Management (“PCM”) announces today the initiation of its presence in North Asia, namely Paragon Capital Management (HK) Private Limited (“PCMHK”). PCMHK is pleased to announce the appointments of Arthur Fong as Chief Executive Officer and Faye Ng as Chief Operating Officer of PCMHK to lead the firm’s growth by leveraging on the strong track record and deep expertise of PCM.

PCMHK will deliver research-driven investment insights to sophisticated clients and accredited investors through its bespoke services focused on wealth preservation and growth. As part of wealth management, PCMHK will also offer services in family succession planning, private markets and corporate advisory.

Paul Lee, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of PCM, said, “A strong track record and high levels of client trust have been at the core of Paragon Capital Management’s development. By leveraging Hong Kong’s established financial networks, its reputation as a global financial hub, and its super-connector status, we can enhance our competitive edge by aligning with top global financial institutions, leading to potential collaborations, partnerships, and innovation opportunities for the benefit of our North Asian clients. This will bolster our capability to offer exceptional wealth management services to our clients across the Asia-Pacific region.”

PCM is pleased to appoint Mr. Arthur Fong as Chief Executive Officer of PCMHK. Mr. Fong has held various leadership roles throughout his 30-year career in the financial services industry, including positions at Citigroup Private Bank and UBS AG. While at Bank of Singapore, he was responsible for overseeing Singapore-based Greater China bankers, investment, and business management teams. In 2014, Mr. Fong was amongst the inaugural batch to be conferred the title of “IBF Fellow” by the Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF), the standard-setting body for financial sector competencies in Singapore.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Fong stated, “A Singapore-based asset management firm positioning to Hong Kong and North Asia presents vast investment opportunities for our network of clientele and partners. I am excited to unlock these opportunities and solidify our presence in Hong Kong and North Asia.”

PCMHK also welcomes Faye Ng as Chief Operating Officer. She is a senior private banker with over 15 years of industry experience in both Hong Kong and Singapore. Faye has a deep understanding of the Financial Intermediaries and Multi-family Offices having covered this segment for most of her career. She was most recently Executive Director of Intermediaries at VP Wealth Management (Hong Kong) and prior to this, she held the roles of Executive Director at Pictet & Cie (Europe) S.A in Hong Kong and Bank Julius Baer & Co. in Singapore where she built up a strong network across both financial hubs.

On her appointment, Faye commented, “It is my pleasure to join one of the fastest-growing asset managers in Asia. I believe the team at Paragon Capital Management (HK) will bring a new perspective and impeccable service to our clients in North Asia.”

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About Paragon Capital Management:

Paragon Capital Management is a boutique asset management firm with AUM in excess of SGD 1 billion. As a trusted partner, PCM delivers exceptional investment solutions and wealth management services to Accredited Investors, including institutional clients. We provide tailored investment strategies that align with each of our clients’ unique financial goals.

The Paragon Alpha VCC runs three open-ended public market funds and two close-ended private market funds, namely: Paragon Alpha I (“PAF”), Paragon Income I (“PIF”), Paragon Systematic Advantage Global Equity (“SAGE”) Fund, Paragon Ventures I (“PVI”) and Global Real Estate Alternative & Tactical (“GREAT”) Fund. The public market funds allow clients to access a broad range of investment opportunities across different asset classes, including global equities and fixed income, while our early-stage VC fund, PV1 focuses on identifying and nurturing promising startups with high growth potential. The GREAT fund aims to provide accredited investors with direct access to institutional quality real estate in developed markets worldwide.

Over the years, PCM has consistently delivered strong investment performance, generating favourable returns for our esteemed clients.

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