Argentem Creek Partners

Overview

Argentem Creek Partners is an emerging markets specialist investment firm committed to delivering value for investors and partners. The firm seeks to deliver uncorrelated emerging market alpha by investing in special situations and structured capital solutions. Founded in 2015 by Daniel Chapman and his former team from Cargill, Inc. subsidiary, Black River Asset Management, Argentem Creek is 100% employee-owned and has resources in Abu Dhabi, Buenos Aires, London, and New York. The firm's investment approach focuses on creating positive economic impact and long-term value for investors, the companies they invest in, and the local communities where they operate. Their team of emerging market specialists has extensive experience in investing, trading, advisory, and investment banking, with longstanding relationships with local owners, management teams, legal teams, and advisors. These networks serve as an invaluable source for deal origination, insights, and exit strategies, which are particularly important in emerging markets with potentially complex jurisdictions. Argentem Creek's strategy encompasses a wide range of asset classes, including private equity, distressed and special situations, infrastructure, commodities, real estate, hedge funds, venture capital, fixed income (debt and bonds), crypto, and ESG and impact investing. They invest across various stages, from seed and early-stage to growth, late-stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. Their geographical focus spans the United States, Argentina, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. The firm has a diverse portfolio across multiple industries, including technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, energy, consumer goods, telecommunications, media, transportation, utilities, materials, industrial goods, consumer services, business services, and retail. Argentem Creek Partners has demonstrated a commitment to global expansion and growth. In 2022, they established their MENA and Asia headquarters in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), aiming to increase access to investment opportunities across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Asia. In 2024, they announced strategic appointments to drive Middle East expansion and global growth, including the appointment of Dilip N. Massand as Head of Global Strategic Partnerships and Co-Head of Middle East, and Beatriz Franco as Chief Operating Officer. These initiatives reflect the firm's dedication to broadening its leadership team and expanding its investor offering across key markets. Argentem Creek Partners' investment philosophy centers on delivering uncorrelated emerging market alpha through special situations and structured capital solutions. Their deep understanding of the markets they operate in, combined with their extensive networks and expertise, enables them to navigate risks and create value for investors and partners. The firm's commitment to creating positive economic impact and long-term value is evident in their strategic initiatives and diverse portfolio across various asset classes, stages, and geographies.