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Nivalis Partners
Nivalis Partners operates from a single office in Sheung Wan. Philippe Gontier previously managed multi-asset and fund-of-funds strategies at Invesco.
Nivalis Partners
Nivalis Partners operates from a single office in Sheung Wan. Philippe Gontier previously managed multi-asset and fund-of-funds strategies at Invesco. Peter Reichenbach oversaw Swiss Re Group investments across Asia while at Swiss Re Asset Management. The firm allocates across Fund of Funds, Hedge Funds, Private Credit and Startups. Its sector exposure centers on ClimateTech, FinTech, InsurTech, Industrial Tech and Healthcare Services, all within Asia. No named portfolio holdings appear in public records. Carlo Huerlimann joined as Managing Director in April 2025 after 28 years at UBS. Simon Chiu joined as Managing Director in October 2024 after prior roles at JP Morgan Chase and Guotai Junan. The firm holds licenses from both the SFC and the Insurance Authority.
General information
Firm type
Multi Family Office
Year founded
2013
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Hong Kong
City
Hong Kong
Corporate office
Unit 802, Fu Fai Commercial Centre, 27 Hillier Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Principals
Philippe Gontier
Managing Partner
Peter Reichenbach
Managing Partner
Carlo Huerlimann
Managing Director
Simon Chiu
Managing Director
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Nivalis Partners?
Philippe Gontier and Peter Reichenbach serve as Managing Partners. Gontier previously managed multi-asset products at Invesco. Reichenbach previously led Swiss Re Group investments in Asia.
Is Nivalis Partners structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a venture firm?
It is organized as a multi-family office. The firm provides asset management, estate planning and governance services to multiple high-net-worth families in Asia.
Does Nivalis Partners participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
It uses both fund-of-funds commitments and direct investments in startups. Confirmed investment types include Hedge Funds and Private Credit.
What investment stages does Nivalis Partners typically target?
The firm targets Early Stage opportunities. Its sector focus includes ClimateTech, FinTech, InsurTech, Industrial Tech and Healthcare Services.
Where does Nivalis Partners maintain regulatory licenses?
Nivalis Partners Ltd holds licenses from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and the Insurance Authority.
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