Team
Investment Team
Michael Houghton
Chief Investment Officer
Michael is the portfolio manager of the Lucerne Alternative Investments Fund and the Chief Investment Officer of Lucerne Funds.
He is a senior finance and investment executive with over 25 years of experience in local and international investment markets. He has worked in wealth management, investment advice and portfolio construction.
He has previously held senior positions with Macquarie Bank, Citigroup Switzerland, JB Were and ANZ Private Bank.
Elva Steyn
Head of Distribution - Alternatives
Elva brings over 20 years’ experience partnering with financial intermediaries including IFA’s, dealer groups and platforms.
Elva has worked in distribution with the treasury teams of major banks, independent fund managers and research houses.
Faariq Furkan
Junior Portfolio Manager
Faariq is a technically astute and enthusiastic finance professional with experience in fund management and accounting. Faariq assists Lucerne with his strong ability to conduct research and analysis, provide portfolio management services and share his passion for analytics and investment.
Faariq is a CFA charterholder and holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and International Finance. He previously worked at Yarra Valley Water, covering treasuries and economics.