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Adviser, Investor and Merchant

Relentless Focus Enduring Value

Pacific Stone Partners is a privately owned firm that advises, invests and trades as principal. Our outlook is global, with a focus on Asia-Pacific.

Our work ranges from financing, through special situations and real assets, to the supply and distribution of goods.

We work with business owners, investors, lenders and institutions. We also invest our own capital.

What We Do

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Capital Solutions

We arrange financing for businesses and their owners.

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Special Situations

We advise on and invest in businesses, debt and assets in transition or financial distress.

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Real Assets

We buy, sell and lease real assets for owners and operators.

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Trading and Distribution

We source, supply and distribute goods for manufacturers, producers and buyers.

Our People

John Samaras

Managing Partner

John Samaras is the Managing Partner of Pacific Stone Partners. He leads the firm’s advisory, financing and principal investment business, working with corporate clients and private investors.

Previously, John was an Associate Director at Australis Biosciences, responsible for the Asia-Pacific region. He began his career at CSL.

Kevin Ong

Partner

Kevin Ong is a Partner at Pacific Stone Partners, with a background in private equity. He focuses on cross-border investments into and out of Asia, particularly in China, Malaysia and Cambodia.

Kevin leads the firm’s relationships with governments and institutions.

Ian Koh

Associate Director

Ian Koh is an Associate Director at Pacific Stone Partners. He advises public and private sector clients on strategic risk, with experience in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure.

Previously, Ian worked in government.

Stephen Solomonidis

Senior Associate

Stephen Solomonidis is a Senior Associate at Pacific Stone Partners. He undertakes project evaluation and due diligence for acquisitions and divestments.

Previously, Stephen worked as an Analyst for a property developer.

Nhi Trac

Senior Associate

Nhi Trac is a Senior Associate at Pacific Stone Partners. She works on cross-border investment mandates and commercial partnerships, with a focus on Vietnam.

Nhi also serves on the Steering Committee of the Australia-Vietnam Leadership Dialogue.

Joshua Bannon

Associate

Joshua Bannon is an Associate at Pacific Stone Partners. He undertakes research and assists with due diligence and the preparation of transaction documents.

Joshua is a recent business graduate of Monash University.

Camilla Lee

Executive Assistant

Camilla Lee is an Executive Assistant at Pacific Stone Partners. She manages the partners’ diaries, correspondence and meeting arrangements.

Previously, Camilla worked for a family office.

Contact

We welcome enquiries from business owners, investors, lenders and institutions.

All information and correspondence received are treated in confidence.

You can also write to info@pacificstonepartners.com.