The Fundamentals Podcast 2025

In this episode, Chris Titley chats with Leo Barry, Executive Director and Portfolio Manager at Fairview Equity Partners.Leo plays a key role in managing Fairview’s Australian Small Companies Fund, which focuses on identifying high-quality growth opportunities within the small-cap sector. With extensive experience in portfolio management and a strong track record in equity markets, Leo shares insights into how Fairview approaches small-cap investing and the strategies shaping performance in 2025.

In this episode, Chris Titley speaks with Dawn Kanelleas, Head of Australian Small and Mid Cap Companies at First Sentier Investors.Dawn manages a range of Small and Mid Cap portfolios and brings over 20 years of experience in the investment industry, including 15 years as a dedicated Small Companies Portfolio Manager.At First Sentier Investors, she focuses on researching and analysing Australian listed stocks in the Small and Mid Cap sectors, helping clients navigate opportunities in this dynamic space.

The Fundamentals Podcast 2025 – Episode 3 🎤In this episode, Chris Titley sits down with Doug Tynan, Chief Investment Officer and co-founder of GCQ Funds Management.Founded in 2021, GCQ Funds Management specialises in delivering tailored investment strategies for wholesale clients, with a focus on long-term growth and risk management. Tune in for a deep dive into how GCQ is navigating today’s investment landscape and what fundamentals matter most in 2025.

Chris Titley sits down with Michael Skinner, Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer at Blackwattle Investment Partners. Blackwattle is a new-generation Australian fund manager, established in 2023, investing in high quality Australian and global equities.  Based in Sydney, the firm's ethos centers on alignment, with all team members owning equity and investing significant personal capital alongside clients. Blackwattle focuses on delivering exceptional long-term returns by targeting high-quality companies with sustainable competitive advantages, driven by a culture of alignment, transparency, and rigorous fundamental research.

Chris Titley sits down with Jason Orthman, Deputy Chief Investment Officer / Lead Portfolio Manager / Investment and Executive Deputy Committee Chairs / Executive Director at Hyperion Asset Management Limited. Hyperion Asset Management is an Australian boutique fund manager, established in 1996, specializing in high-conviction growth-style investments in Australian and global equities. Based in Brisbane, the company is 50.1% owned by its executives, with Pinnacle Investment Management holding the remaining stake. Hyperion focuses on sustainably growing clients’ wealth over the long term (minimum five years) by investing in high-quality companies with strong value propositions, sustainable competitive advantages, innovative cultures, and large addressable markets.