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Jelena Stevanovic
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PLATYPUS ASSET MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS PTY LTD
PLATYPUS ASSET MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS PTY LTD
As the new chief executive of Platypus Asset Management, Jelena Stevanovic hopes to continue the fund manager's long tradition of outperformance with patience and by fostering meaningful relationships with clients and staff. Karren Vergara writes.