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RS Group
Annie Chen began the work that became RS Group in 2008 after attending a social enterprise conference in Hong Kong. She is a member of the Chen family that...
RS Group
Annie Chen began the work that became RS Group in 2008 after attending a social enterprise conference in Hong Kong. She is a member of the Chen family that co-founded Hang Lung Group. The office treats its entire capital base as a single vehicle for blended financial, social, and environmental returns rather than separating investment and philanthropy. The strategy covers private equity, real estate, private credit, infrastructure, and natural resources. Capital is deployed through direct co-investments, SPVs, fund-of-funds commitments, and philanthropic vehicles. Confirmed positions include SJF Ventures III and support for Landesa. The geographic footprint spans Asia, Africa, and North America. Early-stage investments are made alongside catalytic capital for nature-based solutions. No headcount figure is published. The team includes professionals with prior experience at RRJ Capital, UBS Optimus Foundation, and Credit Suisse. Adjacent vehicles include the Natural Capital Initiative and the Sustainable Finance Initiative, both incubated by the office. Annie Chen also serves on the board of Civic Exchange. No operational events from the last 24 months appear in public records. RS Group maintains membership in the Asian Venture Philanthropy Network and The ImPact. These networks supply co-investor relationships and field-building partnerships that sit outside conventional fund structures. The office does not accept unsolicited proposals and routes opportunities through existing partners.
General information
Firm type
Single Family Office
Year founded
2008
Location
Region
Asia
Country
Hong Kong
City
Hong Kong
Corporate office
26/F, BEA Harbour View Centre, 56 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Principals
Annie Chen
Founder and Chair
Ronie Mak
Managing Director
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at RS Group?
Annie Chen serves as Founder and Chair. Ronie Mak holds the title of Managing Director. Day-to-day private investments are led by Christine; public markets are overseen by Winnie.
How does RS Group source proprietary deal flow?
The office routes opportunities through its network memberships in AVPN and The ImPact. It also works with advisors Jed Emerson and Ivo Knoepfel for access to impact-focused managers and direct deals.
Does RS Group participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Both. The firm has committed to funds such as SJF Ventures III and also executes direct co-investments and SPVs. It maintains a blended approach across asset classes.
What investment stages does RS Group typically target?
Early-stage companies are a stated focus. Capital is also allocated to later-stage private equity, real estate, and infrastructure through both primary and catalytic structures.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Annie Chen is a member of the Chen family that co-founded Hang Lung Group. The office manages capital on behalf of that family branch.
Does RS Group maintain philanthropic structures, and how are they separated?
Yes. Grants and mission-related investments are made through the RS Group philanthropic arm and vehicles such as the Natural Capital Initiative. These sit alongside but are distinct from the for-profit portfolio.
What is RS Group's known posture on co-investments alongside external GPs?
The firm co-invests directly and through SPVs. It also commits to external funds and uses those relationships to access co-investment opportunities in sustainable sectors.
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