Dark Horse Capital was founded by a highly experienced team of property market specialists. Our property development partner works with tier one global luxury brands to promote our developments to an affluent and discerning clientele.
We are not just a fund manager, we’re visionaries. We take pride in working with our project partners, to seek out opportunities to create value and deliver exceptional outcomes for investors, underpinned by unique property developments.
Dark Horse Capital was founded in 2018 by a highly experienced team of property market specialists.
The Founder and Executive Director of both Dark Horse Capital and our development manager, PB&Co., Michael has extensive experience in property finance, wealth management, advice and construction. He started his career in the mortgage industry before making the transition to advisory in 2007, where he has been involved in an executive role for the past 11 years. Under his directorship, his advisory firm grew to provide a wide spectrum of financial services, from mortgage broking to advice. He also gained experience in identifying, acquiring and managing residential property projects, with a focus on urban infill projects in Melbourne and Brisbane.
Alex is a financial strategist and residential property developer with extensive executive experience that spans the globe.
Beginning his career as a CPA, Alex’s professional repertoire includes financial controller roles with Swiss-Swedish multinational corporation ABB as well as Nordic Capital, which focuses primarily on private equity fund investments in northern Europe.
An entrepreneurial leader, Alex works closely with senior stakeholders to develop and execute financial and operational strategies to facilitate company expansion, simplifying complex financial concepts to non-financiers to expedite and streamline outcomes.
Possessing a passion for property development, Alex has developed and project-managed the construction of residences in Melbourne’s south-east, from ultra-modern townhouses to French-Provincial dwellings. Drawing inspiration from European design and partnering with renowned architects, Alex has an eye for timeless architecture and a refusal to settle for second best.
Paul Maunder is Dark Horse Capital’s organisational and performance manager. He has held a number of Senior Consultant and management positions over the past 40 years, with extensive executive experience in finance and construction.
Paul’s approach to organisational management is comprehensive and highly regarded within the team of executives at Dark Horse Capital.
For each investment opportunity, we partner with best of breed businesses offering specialist expertise. Here are profiles of some of our current project partners.
PB&Co. are a full-service luxury real estate developer and property development manager. They are also Australia’s first developers to partner with global luxury brands, bringing together decades of brand reputation and experience to create exclusive and unique offerings.They provide an unparalleled offering that surpasses all expectations of how luxury living is defined. PB&Co.’s considered approach to these partnerships is built on a strong desire to achieve great things effectively and more efficiently. PB&Co. exclusively work with global high-end luxury brands and internationally renowned professionals has proven to develop prestigious projects in the marketplace and turn lucrative opportunities for investors and unforgettable lifestyle experiences for owners.
Our executive team and our development partners at PB&Co. have decades of combined experience in successful property developments.
Two luxury townhouses with absolute street frontage, for sophisticated modern living in a vibrant community. These highly unique masterpieces were architecturally crafted by David Doyle, with every conceivable feature considered and no expense spared.
Architecturally designed by award winning Patrick Cristian Gheorghiu, with Jack Merlo Design landscaping, this ultra-luxury residence presents lavish lifestyle living in one of Brighton’s most iconic and prestigious streets.
We’re always on the look out for talent in the financial services sector. Know what it takes to work with high-net worth companies and clients as well as SMSFs or Trusts? Fill out the form below and tell us why you would be a perfect addition to our team.