Recharge Capital Appoints Former Bridgewater Associates Singapore Executive, Margaret Wang, as Managing Partner
Jessie A Ellis Sep 19, 2023 06:45
Recharge Capital has appointed Margaret Wang as its new Managing Partner, focusing on the Women's Health Strategy and operations in the APAC region. Wang has experience in senior leadership roles at global financial institutions and has previously led the Singapore office of Bridgewater Associates Singapore. She will also lead Rhea Holdings Co., a $200M women's healthcare-focused investment vehicle.
Recharge Capital, a prominent $6B thematic-first private investment firm, has announced the appointment of Margaret Wang, previously the Executive Director and Head of Bridgewater Associates Singapore, as its new Managing Partner. Wang's primary focus will be on leading the Women’s Health Strategy and overseeing the firm's operations in the APAC region from its Singapore office.
Recharge Capital is a thematic-first private investment firm that emphasizes innovation and impact across multiple sectors. With a particular focus on women's healthcare and fertility, the firm operates from New York and Singapore, aiming to bring about positive change in the global investment landscape
Margaret Wang brings a wealth of experience from her tenure in senior leadership roles at global financial institutions. Before her role at Bridgewater Associates Singapore, Wang held positions as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at Paxos, a blockchain infrastructure provider, and the Head of Product Partnerships at Squarespace (NYSE: SQSP). Her partnerships at Squarespace included collaborations with tech giants such as Apple, Google, and Facebook. Wang's early career saw her in strategic roles at Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs.
Lorin Gu, Founding Partner of Recharge Capital, remarked on the appointment, "Margaret’s appointment is a catalytic moment for our firm. She brings tremendous experience to our thematic-first investment framework and maintains a track record as one of the world’s best-in-class asset managers across sectors."
One of Wang's immediate responsibilities will be her leadership role in Rhea Holdings Co., a $200M women’s healthcare-focused investment vehicle that Recharge Capital launched in June 2023. This unique private equity structure aims to drive transformative growth in the women’s healthcare sector by leveraging cross-asset class strategies.
Wang expressed her enthusiasm about the new role, stating, "The firm’s thematic strategy is well-positioned to foster innovation and societal impact across the value chain. I’m excited to tackle the crucial challenges our world faces through our unique approach to investing in and building meaningful businesses."
During her tenure at Bridgewater Associates, Wang was instrumental in establishing and leading the firm's Singapore office, reinforcing its presence in the APAC region. Kyle Delaney, President & Chief Commercial Officer of Bridgewater Associates, acknowledged her contributions, saying, "Over the past several years, Margaret has played an important role in furthering our presence in Singapore. We’re thrilled to watch Margaret take on her new role."
Recharge Capital continues to be a significant player in various sectors, including fintech democratization, women’s healthcare, digital assets, and semiconductor enablement.
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