JANA appoints new staffers

Xinling Han has taken a role as consultant with the portfolio design team at JANA Investment Advisers.

Previously she worked at WTW where she advised clients on setting investment objectives and strategic asset allocation, selecting fund managers, constructing portfolios and providing implementation advice.

Before that, she spent six years at private wealth and advisory boutique Carnbrea.

The asset consultant has also announced the appointment of Habib Chebli as director of client development.

Chebli will be based in Melbourne and responsible for relationships with wholesale and institutional clients.

He will be focused on enhancing JANA's presence and forming relationships with non-profits, endowments, and wealth practices in Australia.

JANA said Chebli is a seasoned investment professional with over 20 years of experience across various asset classes and financial services solutions.

Before this appointment, Chebli was a senior business development manager and relationships manager at APSEC Funds Management.

"We are thrilled to announce the addition of Habib, who will further support JANA's growth across NFPs and wealth practices," JANA head of client development Sai Srinivasan said.

"We are finding a broader range of clients seeking institutional quality advice and access to unique investment opportunities. With our strong advisory credentials and market-leading investment trusts, we're well-positioned to assist clients achieve their investment outcome objectives."

Chebli commenced his new role at JANA on 17 April 2024 reporting to Srinivasan.

"The breadth of services JANA provides is impressive, including their ability to provide bespoke managed account offerings," Chebli said.

"The industry's ever-evolving challenges demand dynamic solutions and I look forward to sharing my insights and building enduring relationships to support JANA's clients."