Piers Lakin

Piers Lakin is a Senior Associate at Ocean 14 Capital, a firm focused on investing in the sustainable blue economy. Here are some key details about his background and experience:

Professional Experience

• Currently works as a Senior Associate at Ocean 14 Capital, a position he has held since October 2019.1
• Previously worked as a Portfolio Manager at Development Finance Asia from January 2018 to April 2019.1
• Served as an Investment Analyst at ADM Capital in Hong Kong for 3 years from 2015 to 2017.1

Education

• Holds a Master's Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Imperial College London, graduating with a 2:1 in 2014.1
• Studied Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University from 2013 to 2014.1

Role at Ocean 14 Capital

At Ocean 14 Capital, Piers is responsible for:

• Deal sourcing
• Execution of investments
• Asset management4

His experience in sustainable finance and private equity, spanning over 10 years, contributes to Ocean 14 Capital's mission of driving a sustainable and regenerative blue economy.4

Notable Involvement

Piers has been involved in recent investment activities at Ocean 14 Capital, including:

• The $3 million investment in AquaExchange, an Indian aquaculture technology and fintech platform, in January 2024.23
• Providing insights on the company's investment strategies and portfolio companies.23

Piers Lakin's role at Ocean 14 Capital aligns with the firm's focus on impact investing in the blue economy sector, leveraging his background in sustainable finance and environmental engineering.