Peri Macdonald

Peri Macdonald

CEO & Managing Director

Peri is our CEO & Managing Director and part owner of Ark Capital. As one of our Responsible Managers under its AFSL, he oversees much of the business direction and is most proud of growing our high-quality, diverse team of aligned professionals who are all excited about what we do.

With more than 25 years’ experience, Peri has had an illustrious career spanning the Australian corporate real estate sector, investment banking, funds management, project development and investment management. He’s held senior roles at Frasers Property Australia, Macquarie Bank Limited and Coles Myer Limited.

Ark Capital - Peri Macdonald - Chief Executive Officer

Peri Macdonald

Peri is our CEO & Managing Director and part owner of Ark Capital. As one of our Responsible Managers under its AFSL, he oversees much of the business direction and is most proud of growing our high-quality, diverse team of aligned professionals who are all excited about what we do.

With more than 25 years’ experience, Peri has had an illustrious career spanning the Australian corporate real estate sector, investment banking, funds management, project development and investment management. He’s held senior roles at Frasers Property Australia, Macquarie Bank Limited and Coles Myer Limited.

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When One of Your All-Time Heroes Drops Into the Office

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Twenty minutes. That’s all it took for John Bertrand, the legendary skipper of Australia II, to remind me why he remains one of my all-time sporting…

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How Do We Transform Victoria’s Planning System from Obstacle to Engine?

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"Standing outside my house, looking at the bright blue notice erected on my front fence, I’m struck by the loaded nature of its headline question:…

From Marvel Stadium to Private Credit: What Elite Sport and Elite Investing Have in Common

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As a lifelong St Kilda supporter, I've endured more heartbreak than most. On Sunday at Marvel Stadium, however, I witnessed something truly…

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Beyond the Noise: Why Private Credit Stands Out

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In a market shaped by volatility and short-term sentiment, investors are looking beyond the noise and increasingly, they're turning to private real…

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Where Capital Markets Are Heading in FY26

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The FY26 capital markets outlook points to a year of deeper differentiation across asset classes and sectors, with investors expected to adopt a more…

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Why Capital Protection Drives Everything We Do

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At Ark Capital, we’re often asked how we choose which loans to invest in. The truth is, we spend more time on the ones we say no to — because capital…

Ark Capital A Decade Of Growth

A Decade of Growth, Built in the Know

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This August marks ten years since Ark Capital was founded. From a single fund to a national platform, discover how our journey has evolved.

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Strengthening our foundations: Appointing an external custodian

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As Ark continues to grow and evolve, we’re focused on reinforcing the operational structures that support our funds.

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Commercial real estate debt (CRED): Is it worth the risk?

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Are there risks in private credit? Absolutely. Commercial, particularly corporate lending can involve complex structures and limited transparency.

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Private credit vs. traditional lending: 7 key differences investors should understand

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When you're investing, understanding the differences between private credit and traditional lending is essential for navigating today’s dynamic…

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Navigate the Noise of Private Credit

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In today's financial landscape, private credit continues to attract significant media attention, with headlines featuring different fund managers…

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Why Transparency And A Well-Informed Strategy Are Crucial In Real Estate Debt

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Ark Capital CEO & Managing Director Peri Macdonald addresses some of the issues other fund managers have been called out on and shares how Ark…