Coller Capital Expands with Alexander Ordon Leading Australia and New Zealand
Investor - People | Apr 22, 2025 | Coller Capital Ltd.
Coller Capital, the world's largest dedicated secondary manager, has expanded its team in Australia and New Zealand by appointing Alexander Ordon as Director. Ordon, based in Sydney, will support the firm's Private Wealth Secondaries Solutions business, aiming to improve access to secondary markets for private wealth managers and family offices in the region. With growing interest from private wealth investors in liquidity, diversification, and risk mitigation solutions, Coller is poised to meet demand using its strong local presence and global expertise. Ordon previously held roles at L1 Capital and J.P. Morgan Asset Management and brings over 25 years of industry experience. His appointment comes as Coller recently launched private equity and credit secondaries funds in Australia, reflecting the firm's commitment to the region.
Sectors
- Private Equity
- Wealth Management
Geography
- Australia – The appointment of Alexander Ordon as Director is targeted at supporting Coller Capital's growth in Australian markets.
- New Zealand – Ordon's role covers both Australia and New Zealand, indicating a strategic focus on expanding Coller Capital's options across these regions.
Industry
- Private Equity – Coller Capital is recognized as a major player in private equity secondary markets, providing liquidity options for investors.
- Wealth Management – The appointment of Alexander Ordon is focused on expanding relationships with private wealth managers and family offices in Australia and New Zealand.
Financials
- – No specific financial amounts are mentioned in the article.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coller Capital Ltd. | Company | Private Equity Firm | A leading global private equity firm specializing in secondary transactions. |
| Alexander Ordon | New Appointment, Director Australia and New Zealand | Person | Brings over 25 years of experience in wealth management and institutional distribution. |
| David Hallifax | Head of Australia and New Zealand Private Wealth Distribution | Person | Oversees private wealth distribution strategies in the Australasian region for Coller Capital. |
| L1 Capital | Previous Employer | Company | A Melbourne-based hedge fund manager where Alexander Ordon was an Investment Specialist. |
| J.P. Morgan Asset Management | Previous Employer | Company | One of Alexander Ordon's previous employers, a global leader in asset management. |