Ian Lyu

Ian Lyu

Director, Client Consulting

Ian possesses more than eight years of experience in the investment management industry. He began his career at Perpetual, one of Australia’s largest asset management firms, and prior to joining bfinance, he worked at a placement agent, specialising in connecting alternative investment managers with institutional investors across Australia.

Ian joined bfinance in February 2025 as a Client Consultant, working out of our Sydney office, where he focuses on enhancing the firm’s presence in Australia and New Zealand. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Finance from Western Sydney University.


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