Gaw Capital Partners, a global real estate investment firm, has officially announced the strategic appointment of Daisuke Taniguchi as Managing Director – Head of Asset Management for its operations in Japan, signaling a significant enhancement of its leadership team in the region. Based in Tokyo, Taniguchi brings with him a wealth of experience, spanning nearly three decades in the finance and asset management industry, to his new role at Gaw Capital.
Taniguchi’s career is marked by over 14 years of distinguished service at First Brothers Co., Ltd. and First Brothers Asset Management Co., Ltd., where he held various executive positions. He has a proven track record of managing a portfolio of assets worth billions of yen across more than 180 properties throughout Japan. His strategic vision led the transition of the company from focusing on third-party asset management to principal investment, including ventures into venture capital and private equity investments. Taniguchi’s extensive background also includes valuable roles at Aetos Group, MID Group, Hudson Japan, and Kajima Group, where he honed his skills in asset management, investment strategies, internal control, and team leadership.
Gaw Capital Partners anticipates that Taniguchi’s deep understanding of the Japanese real estate market and his impressive track record in the finance and asset management sector will contribute significantly to the firm’s growth and success in the region. His expertise is expected to be a key asset in furthering Gaw Capital’s commitment to innovation and excellence in real estate investment.