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Privatus
Privatus operates as a multi-family office from its Singapore base. Balaji Swaminathan serves as founder and CEO while James McMurdo acts as founding partner...
Privatus
Privatus operates as a multi-family office from its Singapore base. Balaji Swaminathan serves as founder and CEO while James McMurdo acts as founding partner based in Sydney. The firm provides portfolio structuring, risk management, and estate planning services. Investment activity spans private equity, private credit, and carbon assets. Confirmed stages include Series A through Series C and growth equity. Geographic reach covers Asia, North America, and Oceania. Sector exposure includes ClimateTech, FinTech, Energy Transition & Renewables, and AgriTech & FoodTech. Privatus Capital Partners holds certified B Corporation status. The firm maintains the Privatus Club for membership access and partners with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group on guest programs. An Inala Endowment exists as a philanthropic vehicle. The multi-family office structure allows shared operational infrastructure across unrelated client families while keeping investment decisions separate from any single wealth source.
General information
Firm type
Multi Family Office
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Singapore
City
Rancho Cucamonga
Corporate office
Singapore
Principals
Balaji Swaminathan
Founder and CEO
James McMurdo
Founding Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Privatus?
Balaji Swaminathan serves as founder and CEO. James McMurdo acts as founding partner. Sean Walsh of RW Capital sits on the investment committee.
Does Privatus participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm uses direct co-investments and SPVs. It also allocates to private credit and carbon assets.
What investment stages does Privatus typically target?
Activity focuses on Series A, Series B, Series C, and growth equity.
Which regions does Privatus cover?
The firm invests across Asia, North America, and Oceania through its Singapore headquarters and Sydney presence.
How is Privatus related to its business partners?
Princeville Capital serves as a strategic alliance partner for Australia and New Zealand. RW Capital provides an investment committee member.
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