Fred started his career as a Chartered Accountant in senior finance and treasury roles at blue chip companies, such as Amcom Limited, Frontline Australasia and Sappi Limited.
With more than 30 years of experience in finance and investment, Fred is a highly regarded consultant and valued member of the Accordius team.
His interest in investing led him to complete the international qualification of Chartered Financial Analyst. He subsequently held senior investment roles in large family offices and medium-sized investment management companies before ultimately establishing his own business.
Fred is also a director of investment consulting firm, Waterways Capital, which he founded in 2012.
Fred’s investment philosophy is underpinned by a methodical approach to investing, and he admits to religiously reading the investment advice of billionaire Warren Buffett even when he is not at work.
“I read a lot about investing and my day job definitely follows me into the weekend,” he says. “Anyone can speculate. Making wise investments is harder. You need to invest in very high-quality businesses for the long-term. That is the place I always start from.”
When he isn’t reading Warren Buffett’s investment advice, Fred enjoys cycling, following sport and has a keen interest in science.
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