David Baverez

David Baverez is a private investor and business angel based in Hong Kong.1 He has been working as a "Business Angel/Demon" at Private Investor since January 2012, focusing on seeding startups in the Asian region.1

Background and Experience

Baverez has a diverse background in finance and investment:

• Former Portfolio Manager at Fidelity Investments in London and Boston
• Founding Partner of KDA Capital, a long-only European equity fund, until 20101
• Currently based in Hong Kong, where he seeds and advises various startups
• Focuses on investment opportunities arising from disparities between Eastern and Western markets1

Education

David Baverez is well-educated in business and management:

• Graduate of HEC Paris Business School
• Holds an MBA from INSEAD14

Additional Roles and Contributions

Beyond his primary role as an investor, Baverez is also:

• A columnist for several French newspapers, including "L'Opinion" and "L'Express"13
• An author of multiple books on China-Europe relations and economic topics
• A speaker and keen observer of Chinese economic development2

His expertise in Asian markets, particularly China, has made him a valuable voice in discussions about international business and investment opportunities. Baverez's unique perspective as a Western investor in Asian markets has earned him recognition as an insightful commentator on the economic relationship between Europe and China.5