Our Team

At Red Opal Capital, we combine experience with young and dynamic perspective.

Our team brings together seasoned professionals with deep backgrounds in investment, restructuring, and legal advisory, alongside a new generation of agile, data-driven analysts who challenge conventions and move fast.

We understand the complexity of Vietnam’s evolving economy, and we thrive on solving problems that others avoid. From sourcing distressed assets to executing complex turnarounds, our team works hand-in-hand blending strategic insight with operational execution to deliver tangible value for investors and local stakeholders alike.

Together, we share one vision: to transform challenges into growth and redefine value creation in Vietnam’s asset landscape.

25+ years of international experience, including 20 in Southeast Asia
Expertise in hospitality, real estate, and finance
Led major projects in Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia with global partners (ADB, World Bank, USAID, JICA)
Recognized for collaborative leadership and long-term vision at Red Opal Capital
Carlos Velho
Chairman & Managing Partner
Ernst Schnieder
Dr. Ernst-August Schnieder, Partner at The Directors’ Office, Luxembourg’s leading independent directors’ practice.
Doctorate holder and independent non-executive director since 2020 with mandates across private debt, private equity, infrastructure, and real estate.
Over 25 years of international financial experience in Europe, the U.S., and Brazil.
Expert in corporate governance, compliance, and fund management.
Member of ILA and LPEA.
Ernst Schnieder
Independent Director
Leads investor relations, capital raising, and corporate development at Red Opal Capital
Supports investment analysis, due diligence, and structuring
Formerly at Schroders, developing financing mechanisms for natural capital in emerging markets
Previously at SEI, designing and distributing investment solutions across the UK and Europe
Tom Thorpe
Investment Director
Over 40 years of experience in finance and real estate development, driving growth and innovation in complex markets.
Graduate of the University of Technology Sydney, combining financial acumen with strategic foresight for sustainable outcomes.
Known for a disciplined approach to research and due diligence, uncovering opportunities while minimizing risk.
Founder of Brilliant Life Technologies, advancing AI and robotics in elder, dementia, and palliative care to enhance quality of life.
Warren Woo
Strategy Consultant
Rebecca An
Sources, structures, and closes hospitality and real estate deals across Asia, with a focus on Vietnam
Holds an MBA and Master in Finance, blending institutional rigor with entrepreneurial execution
Expertise across financial modeling ($40M+ in commitments), investor engagement, and scalable IR systems
Translates complex analytics into clear, compelling investment narratives
Skilled in due diligence, capital raising, and stakeholder management
Rebecca An
Investor Relations cum Risk & Compliance
Tracy Bui
Holds an economic & finance background from RMIT University
Supports fund execution and operations, ensuring smooth deal flow and portfolio management
Experienced in structuring and initiating credit facilities for residential real estate projects
Actively involved in M&A, contributing to deal sourcing and financial modeling
Tracy Bui
Investment Associate
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