Adams Street Partners, a private markets investment management firm with more than $65 billion in assets under management, announced that Chris Cho, Partner, Investor Relations, has been promoted to Head of Investor Relations for Asia. He assumes the role in February, succeeding Ben Hart, Partner & Head of Investor Relations (Asia), who is departing the firm after ten years of service.
Cho will lead the firm’s regional investor relations strategy and client engagement efforts across Asia-Pacific, excluding Japan. He is expected to be based in the firm’s Hong Kong office in the second half of 2026, partnering with clients across the region to support their long-term investment objectives.
Since joining Adams Street in 2017, Cho has played a central role in building the firm’s institutional investor base in Korea. He and his team have raised $2.18 billion from 37 Korean institutional investors. Overall, Adams Street counts 169 clients across Asia, representing $18.9 billion of the firm’s assets under management. The firm maintains offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing, and Sydney.
Adams Street manages a comprehensive suite of private markets investment solutions, including private equity and private credit strategies for institutional investors, growth capital for companies, and evergreen funds designed to provide access to multiple strategies through a single commitment. The firm also supports wealth advisors with private markets solutions structured to be more flexible and accessible than traditional closed-end funds. Adams Street is 100% employee-owned and operates out of 15 offices globally.
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“Chris is a highly respected leader across Asia, and we have tremendous confidence in his ability to continue advancing our client-first approach in the region. His regional expertise, relationship-driven approach, and deep understanding of private markets will be instrumental as we continue to invest in our Asia platform and deliver a differentiated client experience.”
Kevin O’Donnell, Partner & Global Head Of Investor Relations, Adams Street Partners
“I am honored to take on this leadership role at an important moment for private markets in Asia. Adams Street has built a strong reputation for insight, partnership, and long-term alignment with clients. I look forward to working with our global and regional teams to continue delivering value and supporting the evolving needs of our investors.”
Chris Cho, Partner & Head Of Investor Relations (Asia), Adams Street Partners
