Pacific Channel
Cather Simpson is currently a Partner at Pacific Channel since January 2022. Prior to this role, Cather served as Chief Science Officer at Engender Technologies Limited from January 2019 to December 2021. Cather has been a Professor of Physics & Chemical Sciences at The University of Auckland since 2017 and was previously an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the same institution from 2009 to 2016. Cather is also the Director of The Photon Factory. Cather holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia and a Doctor of Philosophy from The University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
Pacific Channel
Pacific Channel is a specialist venture capital company committed to investing in ground-breaking science and advanced engineering ‘deep tech’ companies across Asia-Pacific that create meaningful global impact and value. Our focus is on investing in companies that are focused on the future of food, health, and the environment; supporting them at different stages of growth with our venture capital and expertise. Early-stage investment in deep-tech is critical for driving productivity and economic growth. Our specialist capital pathway, hands-on approach and ability to leverage a proven eco-system of support give these deep-tech companies the resources, expertise and networks necessary to accelerate growth and navigate the complex commercialisation pathway required to achieve success in international markets.