OUR PEOPLE
Our team comprises seasoned fund management, real estate investment, asset management and development professionals, with a combined experience in excess of 50 years.
JAMES BUCHANAN
Director, Singapore
James brings over 17 years of expertise in real estate private equity and asset management, with a strong focus on cross-border transactions involving the U.S. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore, showcasing his deep understanding of diverse markets and global investment strategies.
A graduate of the University of Sheffield in the UK with a BA in Japanese and Korean Studies, James combines his linguistic and cultural knowledge with extensive industry experience to navigate complex international transactions.
As Managing Director for the South Asia region at a multinational investment group, James specializes in structuring and executing cross-border deals, leveraging his deep expertise to deliver value-driven solutions for stakeholders.
SIMON KC LEE, CFA
Chief Investment Officer
Simon has over 25 years of professional experience across structured finance, private equity, asset management, and wealth management. He has held senior leadership roles at prominent global institutions, where he drove growth, managed complex portfolios, and built high-performing teams. An entrepreneur at heart, Simon has also founded and licensed regulated financial firms, successfully positioning them as credible players in the industry.
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A graduate of Nanyang Technological University with an Honours Degree in Accountancy, Simon is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder. These rigorous academic and professional foundations have shaped his distinguished career in banking and finance.
At GRT Capital Management, Simon leverages his broad expertise to deepen the firm’s analytical capabilities and deliver innovative, high-quality investment solutions. He also applies his extensive industry network and leadership experience to build and mentor a dynamic team at GRT Singapore.