Singaporean VC snags Natixis head of distribution

The former Natixis Investment Manager head of wholesale distribution has joined a Singaporean venture capital firm to lead its distribution and client relationship management across the Tasman Sea.

After closing a four-year chapter at Natixis, Jason Guthrie has joined January Capital as head of distribution, Australia and New Zealand. His role at Natixis was recently filled by former Yarra Capital Management executive Rommel Hacopian.

In his new role, Guthrie will utilise his experience in capital raising and management of client relationships for further growth, January Capital said.

He brings two decades of experience across funds, private wealth management and capital markets. Prior to Natixis, Guthrie held senior distribution and advisory roles at Investors Mutual, AMP Capital, Colonial First State, Commonwealth Bank, Snelleman Tom, and Esdale Sinclair.

Guthrie described the appeal of joining the venture capital firm in an announcement on LinkedIn.

"After spending the past two weeks with the team in Singapore and Sydney, I've been inspired by the depth of experience across the firm. With strong Australian heritage, Jan Cap partners with ambitious founders across the Asia Pacific region, providing long-term capital, strategic support and access to a global network throughout their growth journey," he said.

"I'm looking forward to working closely with our clients, the investment team and our valued partner Scarcity Partners, to help strengthen relationships and provide access to some of the most compelling opportunities in growth capital."

Founded in 2019, January Capital focuses on technology-enabled companies across the Asia Pacific region, with an investment portfolio of over 40 entities across health, technology and education, including various local fintechs.