Compounding sustainably.
Investing in Asia since 2004.
Investors Getting Schooled?
3 ways to avoid investment pitfalls in China. Lessons in sustainable investing from the Chinese education crackdown.
2021 Global Investor Statement to Governments on the Climate Crisis
Following the lead of The Investor Agenda, we have joined with other investors representing over US$41 trillion in assets to urge all governments to step up their collective response to the climate crisis.
Our response to SEC’s request for public comment on climate change disclosures
Together with UNPRI its undersigned signatories collectively representing US$11.6 trillion in AUM, we support disclosure of ESG data and encourage the SEC to build a mandatory corporate reporting regime.
Our Approach to ESG - June 2021
Sustainability must be at the forefront of long term investment. Our approach to ESG helps find investment opportunities while building resiliency to external shocks.
We Have Earned an “A” in the UNPRI 2020 Assessment
Our effort in the responsible investment has to be submitted to the UNPRI for assessment. In 2020, we are excited to announce we have achieved an “A” from them.
15 Year Anniversary Letter
Over the past 15 years, we as a team have had our share of successes and failures. We want to share some of the lessons we have learned from these experiences.
Some contents of this letter have been blacked out due to compliance requirement.
What is Responsible Investment?
As defined by UNPRI, it is a strategy and practice to incorporate ESG factors in investment decisions and active ownership. Making responsible investment has many ways.
Our Sustainability Philosophy
Academic research has broadly supported the thesis that ESG does not lead to lower returns. There is some evidence that ESG data is helpful to risk management. These are no longer abstract ideas.
Our Approach to Responsible Investing
We have a strategy for the integration of sustainability factors in our investment decision making. Our systematic approach is based both on global best practices and local market specific fundamental insights.
Why It Matters?
Massive Scale
4,500,000,000+ people live in Asia.
It’s 60% of humanity.
Growth Opportunities
Asia has been responsible for over 60% of global growth in recent years.
We invest in businesses that will thrive from this growth.
Sustainability Issues
Climate change, clean air, clean water, and social stability are impacting economies and markets.
These risks need to be included in any investment analysis.
We are equity investors focused on seeking the highest quality sustainable businesses in Asia. As specialists in the region for over 15 years, we have developed a deep understanding of local political, cultural, and economic factors. We seek to invest in companies that provide a net benefit to society.
Our fundamental research identifies high-quality management and businesses with long term time horizons. The investment process includes both classic securities analysis and a significant amount of on-site due diligence on companies and industries.
Integrating an ESG framework across all our investments leads to differentiated and independent insights. Our goal is to generate attractive long term risk-adjusted returns and do it sustainably.
Long-term Value Creation
We aim to maximize long-term value. As a fund, our goal is to provide long-term returns. As a company, our longstanding relationships with partners and colleagues are invaluable.
Integrity
Our belief is that sustainable relationships are founded on integrity. At Telligent, we strive to uphold this principle in everything we do.
Teamwork
We are a close-knit family with a flat hierarchy. It is our conviction that teamwork and collaboration are the best ways to create value.
Dedication
The nature of our business is simple but not easy, and there are no shortcuts. It requires hard work and dedication.
Continuous Development
The willingness to continuously improve is the foundation for critical and innovative thinking. We constantly strive to develop and improve collectively and individually.
Open Communication
We have an open atmosphere where people learn from each other and feel comfortable offering honest feedback and opinions.
Open-mindedness
We foster an environment of open-mindedness based on flexibility and a willingness to learn new things. Our industry and the markets are constantly changing and we must adapt to thrive.
George Lin, Chief Executive Officer
Founded Telligent and serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the firm. George has been responsible for the development of the investment process, infrastructure, and team. He began his career at Goldman Sachs in investment research. He graduated from Stanford University with a dual BA in Economics and English with Honors, CEIBS Shanghai EMBA, and is a CFA charterholder.
Ching-Shan Lin, Chief Investment Officer
Founded Telligent and has managed the fund since inception. Prior to establishing Telligent, Ching-Shan worked at Goldman Sachs where he was part of the firm’s pioneering efforts to enter the Asian markets. He established the Goldman Sachs Singapore office, the Hong Kong wealth management business, and the Goldman Sachs Shanghai office. He has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Taiwan National Cheng Kung University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Johnny Wong, Director of Research
Johnny initially joined the research team at Telligent as an analyst. He was promoted to Director of Research and is responsible for continuing to develop the research analyst team. He has covered a variety of sectors including financial services, property, consumer, materials, and industrials. He has a BS in Actuarial Science with First Class Honors from the University of Hong Kong. He is a CFA charterholder and a Chartered SRI Counselor.
Jonathan Ko, Chief Operating Officer
Jonathan is the Chief Operating Officer and oversees the firm’s operations controls, regulatory compliance, financial accounting, risk management, and information technology. He previously worked at a local Hong Kong law firm. He has a Master of Laws in Compliance and Regulation from The University of Hong Kong, a Juris Doctor degree from City University of Hong Kong, and a BS from Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He is a CFA charterholder.