Over the past few months, when my partners and I came together to begin laying the foundations of Kingsbury & Partners, no matter how confident you are in your plans, approach, and market niche you can never be sure exactly of the reception and feedback you will receive. Our recent event in Lusaka, Zambia, held in collaboration with our partners at Caravel Partners, a regulated offshore investment advisory, was the first opportunity for us to engage, meet clients and partners and it was the chance to witness our concept become reality.
On the Right Path
Private markets are on the rise, and while they offer tremendous opportunities, they also come with risks and dangers that investors must navigate carefully. I stressed that too often, these investments are shrouded in confusion, with risks poorly identified or hidden altogether. Our goal at Kingsbury & Partners is to cut through that confusion, giving clients and partners the tools and insights they need to make informed decisions and deliver opportunities with excellent risk-adjusted returns.
What struck me most during the evening was the level of engagement from the audience. Investors, local business leaders and entrepreneurs were not just passive listeners— but showing a keen interest in how our governance framework could bring a new level of clarity to their investment decisions. It was evident that our approach resonated; there was a palpable recognition of the need for a firmer hand and clearer guidance in navigating private investments.
In a market like Zambia, where the appetite for investment is growing but the pitfalls are many, our approach was seen as not just different, but necessary.
A Precedent to Build From
The response from the attendees was overwhelmingly positive. Our approach to private markets was highlighted as something that Zambian investors need—particularly those who are tired of vague promises and want clear, actionable insights into the risks and rewards of their investments. The feedback we received was a clear validation of our strategy.
I was genuinely surprised by how well our message was received. It confirmed what I have always believed: that we are offering something of real value, not just for Zambia, but for the offshore market as a whole. As I looked out over the audience, it was clear that we are at the beginning of something clients and partners have been seeking to find for so long.
My partner, Nathan Rockell, commented of the event
‘’Our time in Zambia was a great success, it was the first event in which Kingsbury & Partners showcased what we have been proudly working on for the past 6 months. Having met with the team at Caravel Partners we look forward to the opportunities we can bring for them, Zambia and, as we expand, wider Africa.
Getting to engage with those that attended, and explain our processes, motivations and values and seeing how well it resonated with them, reinforces what we do and inspires us to bring transparency and trust back to the offshore market.’’
Conclusion
Our Zambia event was something I will remember not as it was the first, but that it was an affirmation of the plans and vision we laid down as far back as six months ago. It showed us the value of speaking plainly, with transparency and in the interests of the long-term. It is clear. We are meeting a real and urgent need in the offshore market. And that’s essential.
It won’t be long before our next engagement and our return to Zambia. And would like to take this opportunity to thank Caravel Partners for their kind invitation and we look forward to further engagements in the future.
