The Fund is managed by Headland Global Investment Management Pty Limited (AFSL 321548), an alternative investment management speacialist. Headland's investment management team has extensive experience in investment research, funds management, corporate governance and company operations.
Investment Management Team
Jerry Pressnell - Managing Director
Prior to forming Headland, Jerry was responsible for the research and development of quantitative investment strategies for Suncorp Investment Management’s (SIM) $300 million Global Macro Fund.
He joined SIM in 1997 as a Portfolio Manager for the $5billion Australian Fixed Income Fund. The Fund rated in Australia’s top three performing fixed income funds over the subsequent 5 years.
His prior experience was in derivative sales with JPMorgan and Barclays, and included periods working on the floor of the London and Sydney Futures Exchanges.
Jerry is responsible for Headland's investment strategy and execution.
Neil Detering - Chief Operating Officer
Prior to forming Headland, Neil was a founder of IRESS Market Technology Limited, an ASX listed company with a market capitalisation in excess of $800 million.
He is an experienced Chief Operating Officer, familiar with all aspects of company operations, product development and corporate strategy.
Through his involvement in multiple IRESS projects, Neil has a strong understanding of financial market operations, including trading desk, settlement and back office functions.
Neil is responsible for Headland's operational and financial management.
Lisa Domagala - Risk and Compliance Manager
Prior to joining Headland, Lisa was manager of investment dealing at Suncorp Investment Management (SIM), where she was responsible for the execution of investment strategy in both physical equities and derivatives.
In this role she oversaw the development of portfolio management and performance measurement systems.
She was also responsible for the management of SIM’s Long/Short equities strategy.
Her prior experience was with Equinet Pty Ltd and McIntosh Hamson Hoare Govett.
Lisa is responsible for Headland’s risk and compliance monitoring.