Zennor announces key hire ahead of new Japan fund launch
16 SEPT, 2025
By Joanna Piwko from RankiaPro Europe
Zennor Asset Management, a boutique investment firm specializing in Japanese equities, has announced the hiring of Nicolò Vezzoso to its portfolio management team. Vezzoso, previously Head of Fundamental Global Equity at Anima, brings over ten years of experience in Japanese equity markets and will co-lead the development of a new large-cap Japan fund scheduled to launch in 2026.
This strategic hire comes as Zennor continues to expand its capabilities and product offerings. The firm’s flagship IUP Zennor Japan Fund recently surpassed $1 billion in assets under management and has now been soft-closed to new investors. This decision reflects Zennor’s commitment to preserving investment flexibility and delivering consistent performance by managing fund capacity proactively.
With Vezzoso’s appointment and the upcoming fund launch, Zennor signals its intent to broaden its reach within Japanese equities while maintaining its focused, high-conviction investment approach. The firm remains dedicated to deep research and disciplined portfolio construction, hallmarks of its strategy since inception.
These developments underscore Zennor’s growing presence in the market and its continued evolution as a specialist in Japanese equity investing.
