People
We have assembled a strong team of knowledgeable and skilled professionals for the executive and non-executive roles within the Oriens Capital Private Equity Fund.
James Beale
CEO
James has worked within the financial services industry for more than 20 years. Central to James’ career was 14 years with leading investment advisory business Craigs Investment Partners Limited from 2001 to 2015.
Peter Tinholt
COO
Peter brings significant Senior Executive experience, having run successful added value export focused businesses for the last 15 years. Combining strong operational knowledge with a background in sales and marketing,
David Bell
CFO
David is a senior finance professional with extensive experience in private equity. At Oriens Capital, David will be responsible for the management of the day-to- day operations of the Fund, financial control and reporting.
Ryan Thompson
Investment Analyst
Ryan holds a Bachelor of Business Analysis Degree from the University of Waikato majoring in both finance and economics. Prior to joining Oriens Capital, Ryan interned at the NZ Superannuation fund and worked in multiple teams for BNZ Markets, in their Graduate Programme.
Ryan is responsible for research and analysis for investment transactions and for providing industry research and transaction support to existing Oriens Capital portfolio investments.
John McDonald
Chair
“Utilising our collective experience in New Zealand private equity management, we will ensure we have a first class governance and investment framework, to maximise the opportunity for successful execution of the Fund’s objectives.”
Scott Hamilton
Director
Scott brings a banking background, with 10 years’ experience in senior funds management roles in New Zealand and England. Scott has also held commercial finance roles, including mergers, acquisition, and exit with Onesource Limited.
Taari Nicholas
Director
Taari is a chartered accountant by training and a fund manager and investment banker by background. He is an accredited member of the NZ Institute of directors and a director of a number of private companies, iwi-owned companies and charities. He is also a member of the Direct Capital IV Investment Advisory Committee.
Steve Napier
Director
Steve has over 30 years experience in the funds management and share broking industries including managing and advising on asset allocation, share investment (within NZ and offshore) and bond investment. Steve holds a number of directorships including Taupo Moana Capital Ltd, Taupo Moana Investments Ltd, Taupo Moana Group Ltd, and Tuwharetoa Nominees Ltd.
Colin Groves
Independent Director and Investment Manager Chair
“Regional New Zealand is the heartbeat and engine-room of our economy, a dedicated focused private equity fund is well overdue. I’m excited, proud and honoured to be part of the Oriens team.”
Richard Hughes
Independent Director
“Oriens is uniquely positioned within the New Zealand market. Our collective networks, experience and expertise will make us an attractive investment partner for our target midmarket investee companies.”
Neil Craig
Independent Director
“I see significant untapped potential in mid-sized regional New Zealand corporates almost every day. Oriens’ mix of capital and experience will unlock the best of this potential, growing the economy, revenue, profit and ultimately value for investors.”
John McDonald
Oriens GP appointed Director
“Utilising our collective experience in New Zealand private equity management, we will ensure we have a first class governance and investment framework, to maximise the opportunity for successful execution of the Fund’s objectives.”
Paul Adams
Paul Adams CNZM, is a civil engineer based in Tauranga and Managing Director of Carrus, one of the largest private land development companies in New Zealand.
Richard Hughes
Oriens Capital Independent Director
“Oriens is uniquely positioned within the New Zealand market. Our collective networks, experience and expertise will make us an attractive investment partner for our target midmarket investee companies.”
Neil Craig
Oriens Capital Independent Director
“I see significant untapped potential in mid-sized regional New Zealand corporates almost every day. Oriens’ mix of capital and experience will unlock the best of this potential, growing the economy, revenue, profit and ultimately value for investors.”
Colin Groves
Oriens Capital Independent Director
“Regional New Zealand is the heartbeat and engine-room of our economy, a dedicated focused private equity fund is well overdue. I’m excited, proud and honoured to be part of the Oriens team.”
Taari Nicholas
Oriens Capital Independent Director
Taari is a chartered accountant by training and a fund manager and investment banker by background. He is an accredited member of the NZ Institute of directors and a director of a number of private companies, iwi-owned companies and charities. He is also a member of the Direct Capital IV Investment Advisory Committee.
James Beale
Oriens Capital CEO and Investment Committee Chair
James Beale has worked within the financial services industry for more than 20 years. Central to James’ career was 14 years with leading investment advisory business Craigs Investment Partners Limited from 2001 to 2015.
David Bell
Oriens Capital CFO
David is a senior finance professional with extensive experience in private equity. At Oriens Capital, David will be responsible for the management of the day-to- day operations of the Fund, financial control and reporting…
Peter Tinholt
Oriens Capital COO
Peter brings significant Senior Executive experience, having run successful added value export focussed businesses for the last 15 years. Combining strong operational knowledge with a background in sales and marketing,
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James Beale
CEOJames has worked within the financial services industry for more than 20 years. Central to James’ career was 14 years with leading investment advisory business Craigs Investment Partners Limited from 2001 to 2015.Peter Tinholt
COOPeter brings significant Senior Executive experience, having run successful added value export focused businesses for the last 15 years. Combining strong operational knowledge with a background in sales and marketing,David Bell
CFODavid is a senior finance professional with extensive experience in private equity. At Oriens Capital, David will be responsible for the management of the day-to- day operations of the Fund, financial control and reporting.Ryan Thompson
Investment AnalystRyan holds a Bachelor of Business Analysis Degree from the University of Waikato majoring in both finance and economics. Prior to joining Oriens Capital, Ryan interned at the NZ Superannuation fund and worked in multiple teams for BNZ Markets, in their Graduate Programme.Ryan is responsible for research and analysis for investment transactions and for providing industry research and transaction support to existing Oriens Capital portfolio investments.
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John McDonald
Chair“Utilising our collective experience in New Zealand private equity management, we will ensure we have a first class governance and investment framework, to maximise the opportunity for successful execution of the Fund’s objectives.”Scott Hamilton
DirectorScott brings a banking background, with 10 years’ experience in senior funds management roles in New Zealand and England. Scott has also held commercial finance roles, including mergers, acquisition, and exit with Onesource Limited.Taari Nicholas
DirectorTaari is a chartered accountant by training and a fund manager and investment banker by background. He is an accredited member of the NZ Institute of directors and a director of a number of private companies, iwi-owned companies and charities. He is also a member of the Direct Capital IV Investment Advisory Committee.Steve Napier
DirectorSteve has over 30 years experience in the funds management and share broking industries including managing and advising on asset allocation, share investment (within NZ and offshore) and bond investment. Steve holds a number of directorships including Taupo Moana Capital Ltd, Taupo Moana Investments Ltd, Taupo Moana Group Ltd, and Tuwharetoa Nominees Ltd.
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Colin Groves
Independent Director and Investment Manager Chair“Regional New Zealand is the heartbeat and engine-room of our economy, a dedicated focused private equity fund is well overdue. I’m excited, proud and honoured to be part of the Oriens team.”Richard Hughes
Independent Director“Oriens is uniquely positioned within the New Zealand market. Our collective networks, experience and expertise will make us an attractive investment partner for our target midmarket investee companies.”Neil Craig
Independent Director“I see significant untapped potential in mid-sized regional New Zealand corporates almost every day. Oriens’ mix of capital and experience will unlock the best of this potential, growing the economy, revenue, profit and ultimately value for investors.”John McDonald
Oriens GP appointed Director“Utilising our collective experience in New Zealand private equity management, we will ensure we have a first class governance and investment framework, to maximise the opportunity for successful execution of the Fund’s objectives.”Paul Adams
Paul Adams CNZM, is a civil engineer based in Tauranga and Managing Director of Carrus, one of the largest private land development companies in New Zealand. - Investment Committee
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Richard Hughes
Oriens Capital Independent Director“Oriens is uniquely positioned within the New Zealand market. Our collective networks, experience and expertise will make us an attractive investment partner for our target midmarket investee companies.”Neil Craig
Oriens Capital Independent Director“I see significant untapped potential in mid-sized regional New Zealand corporates almost every day. Oriens’ mix of capital and experience will unlock the best of this potential, growing the economy, revenue, profit and ultimately value for investors.”Colin Groves
Oriens Capital Independent Director“Regional New Zealand is the heartbeat and engine-room of our economy, a dedicated focused private equity fund is well overdue. I’m excited, proud and honoured to be part of the Oriens team.”Taari Nicholas
Oriens Capital Independent DirectorTaari is a chartered accountant by training and a fund manager and investment banker by background. He is an accredited member of the NZ Institute of directors and a director of a number of private companies, iwi-owned companies and charities. He is also a member of the Direct Capital IV Investment Advisory Committee.James Beale
Oriens Capital CEO and Investment Committee ChairJames Beale has worked within the financial services industry for more than 20 years. Central to James’ career was 14 years with leading investment advisory business Craigs Investment Partners Limited from 2001 to 2015.David Bell
Oriens Capital CFODavid is a senior finance professional with extensive experience in private equity. At Oriens Capital, David will be responsible for the management of the day-to- day operations of the Fund, financial control and reporting…Peter Tinholt
Oriens Capital COOPeter brings significant Senior Executive experience, having run successful added value export focussed businesses for the last 15 years. Combining strong operational knowledge with a background in sales and marketing,
