Robert Ronneberger, CFA, CAIA

Senior Investment Strategist | Bridging investment expertise & commercial strategy | DEI Leader | Data Science Advocate

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

About

王博升 | Robert Ronneberger, CFA, CAIA I build businesses at the intersection of investment expertise and commercial strategy. Across 15+ years in Asia Pacific, I've worked in three interconnected worlds: investment research and portfolio management, corporate strategy and development, and client distribution. This foundation allows me to move seamlessly from developing investment insights to building the businesses that deliver them. I've raised billions in assets — across traditional and alternative investments — shaped multi-billion-dollar business strategies, and sat on both sides of the table: with investment teams on portfolio construction, and alongside clients shaping investment strategies. I've advised central banks, sovereign wealth funds, insurers, family offices, and wealth intermediaries across the region. Before finance, I founded and built a business at age 16, growing it to over 120 people across Europe before selling it. That experience shaped my commercial instincts and taught me how to build things that last. I am a CFA and CAIA charterholder. I speak Mandarin, German, and English fluently, and I'm deeply familiar with institutional and private wealth channels across Asia Pacific.

Experience

  • Head of Business Development, Asia at Mercer
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Partnered with institutional asset owners across Asia — including insurers, endowments, foundations, and family offices — to help them navigate complex markets and achieve their investment objectives. My focus: building long-term relationships, providing tailored investment solutions, and collaborating across teams to strengthen how we serve clients in the region.

  • BlackRock (Full-time · 8 yrs)
    • Senior Investment Strategist, Director, APAC Multi Asset Strategies & Solutions
      Apr 2018 - Apr 2023 · 5 yrs 1 mo

      Partnered with BlackRock's global investment teams to develop investment solutions for institutional and wealth clients across Asia Pacific — spanning actively managed ETF solutions, OCIO mandates, and retirement strategies. The role sat at the intersection of investment expertise and client partnership: translating complex ideas into portfolio allocations and outcomes, while helping clients navigate these strategic decisions. I also contributed to building BlackRock's onshore China capabilities.

    • Vice President, APAC Corporate Strategy & Development
      May 2015 - Mar 2018 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      Worked alongside senior business leaders to define strategic priorities across Asia Pacific — with a focus on investments, growth markets, and long-term positioning. Highlights included leading strategy for the APAC Multi-Asset Strategies business (overseeing $100B in AUM), helping shape the firm's Sustainable Investing approach, and contributing to BlackRock's entry into China.

  • Allianz Global Investors (Full-time · 4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Associate, Fixed Income Research & Portfolio Management
      Mar 2013 - May 2015 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      Continued research coverage while contributing directly to portfolio management decisions for flagship funds with NT$30bn in AUM. Part of the team that earned Lipper Awards for "Best Bond Fund" in 2013 and 2014.

    • Senior Executive, Fixed Income Research
      Jan 2011 - Mar 2013 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      Provided fixed income research on Emerging Market debt, covering both sovereign and credit. Supported investment decisions across flagship funds.

  • Founder and Managing Director at Online Gamers Association
    Apr 2002 - Jan 2008 · 5 yrs 10 mos

    At age 16, founded and managed an online gaming business with over 120 staff, leading to successful sale after 6 years. Developed strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

  • Asset Management Summer Analyst at Merrill Lynch
    Aug 2007 - Sep 2007 · 2 mos