Johann Tse is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in international corporate development, M&A, and capital markets. As the founder and CEO of Aquarian Capital, he has successfully advised and led technology and renewables ventures.
Previously, Johann was the Director of International M&A at Yum! Brands, managing acquisitions, divestitures, and franchising across numerous countries. He also led the corporate venture capital program at Rohm and Haas (now Dow Chemical Co.), focusing on new materials and technologies.
Johann’s career began with Swire Group, where he held various general management roles, including marketing Coca-Cola products in Hong Kong, turning around a snack foods business in China, and establishing a limousine service in Hong Kong. He also spearheaded Swire Group’s corporate development in China, founding 13 companies across multiple industries.
A distinguished leader, Johann has served as Deputy Chairman of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai and on the boards of the British Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai, and the Dallas Committee on Foreign Relations. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and a Bachelor’s in Electronics Engineering from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.