With more than three decades in funds management, property development and investment, Tom Paras has played a leadership role in overA$1.2 billion worth of projects and $1.9 billion of funds under management across multiple asset classes, such as mortgages, private equity, debt, income series and property development, throughout Australia and select international markets. His result oriented approach has achieved Net Return to Investors of 9-18% pa, with strong investor outcomes and repeat joint-venture participation.
Financial Stewardship
We prioritise the preservation and growth of our investors’ capital through disciplined and ethical decision-making.
Borrower Integrity
We succeed when our borrowers succeed, practicing fair, sustainable, and transparent partnerships.
Environmental Responsibility
We integrate environmental responsibility into every decision to ensure our operations and investments contribute to a sustainable future, not detract from it.
Social Impact
We measure our ultimate success by our ability to do good, creating a lasting and positive footprint on the society we serve.
Clarity builds confidence.
We maintain open communication and full visibility across all stages of the investment and lending process, ensuring our partners understand how and where their capital is deployed.
Growth with purpose.
Our investment strategies consider long-term environmental, social, and governance impacts — promoting financial outcomes that endure beyond market cycles.
Measured, meaningful, and mindful.
We focus on compounding returns through diversification and sound stewardship, creating value that supports both investors and the communities in which we invest.
Forward-thinking by design.
We continually refine our approach using data, insight, and modern financial instruments to uncover opportunities others overlook — ensuring our investors stay ahead in an evolving market.
Meet the people behind Paras Capital
At Paras Capital, our leadership team combines deep financial expertise with a shared vision of impactful, long-term growth. Each member brings experience across investment management, property development, and financial strategy — ensuring every decision is informed, measured, and aligned with our commitment to transparency and trust.
Director, Head of Fund Management
With over 30 years of experience in the property sector, Tom has held senior leadership roles across a diverse range of asset classes, including office, retail, industrial, and residential.
His career includes serving as CEO of Panda Global Funds, where he led operations across multiple markets, as well as a senior specialist at Payton Capital, which was acquired by ASX-listed HMC Capital. Also served as a Senior Executive Investments at Occasio Funds Management.
Before joining Paras Capital, Tom played a pivotal role in corporate advisory and capital raising initiatives both domestically and internationally, with established networks in the UAE, Asia, and the USA. He has also served as a Non-Executive Director for several China-based entities requiring listing on the ASX.
In addition to his corporate advisory expertise, Tom maintains equity holdings in a range of businesses and investment entities across property development, construction, and venture capital sectors. He holds an MBA and several other relevant diplomas, complementing his extensive experience in corporate structures and investment strategies.
Director, Head of Sustainable Investments
Jun brings over 25 years of multidisciplinary expertise spanning legal practice, property development, and climate-focused investment. A qualified lawyer and seasoned commercial advisor, Jun’s career has evolved from property and corporate law into strategic leadership across private capital, real assets, and sustainability-driven ventures.
Her legal foundation underpins a sharp ability to structure complex transactions, navigate regulatory frameworks, and manage risk across a broad spectrum of deals, showcasing capabilities that have proven instrumental in supporting her entrepreneurial pursuits.
Jun has also overseen the development and conversion of commercial properties in the UK, providing deep insight into asset-backed investment strategies and built-environment innovation. In recent years, she has led capital raising and commercialisation efforts across a portfolio of high-impact ventures, including waste-to-energy, sustainable aviation fuel feedstock, green hydrogen, and carbon capture.
As Director, Jun brings strategic and legal oversight alongside a purpose-led investment lens to the fund’s mandate, combining commercial rigour with a long-term commitment to sustainable value creation.
Non Executive, Head of Lending
-Junies is a highly accomplished managing director with a proven track record across multiple industries and extensive networks throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
As the former Managing Director of the Fintech and Financial Service division at Digital Investment Group Ltd, she guided the company from start-up to a public enterprise in Australia. Her achievements have earned her a highly respected reputation within Australia’s business community.
Junies excels in negotiation, leadership, and strategic management. Her expertise spans across business planning, operations, and project management, supported by over 17 years of experience in start-ups and resilience management.
She consistently seeks new business opportunities and joint ventures, ensuring mutually beneficial collaborations.
For the past 15 years Junies has been the Responsible Manager of an ACL in her financial services and fintech enterprise and has also contributed significantly to the vehicle and finance industries by supporting corporate customers with end-to-end FINTECH solutions.
