About us
COI Capital Management is a private credit and investment management firm specialising in commercial real estate credit. Our approach brings together deep sector knowledge, disciplined underwriting, and a structured investment framework designed to support high-quality credit decision-making.
We focus on developing carefully considered credit strategies supported by robust analysis, thoughtful portfolio construction, and a risk-aware mindset. Our processes emphasise clarity, consistency, and alignment, ensuring each opportunity is assessed on its fundamentals and structured with discipline.
We work with borrowers, advisors, and stakeholders across the private credit landscape to facilitate well-governed, professionally managed credit solutions. Our aim is to contribute to a more resilient and transparent credit ecosystem by applying institutional standards to every stage of the investment and lending process.
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Our Mission & Differences
ORIGINATIONS
High-Quality Opportunities, Rigorously Evaluated
At COI Capital, we apply a disciplined and research-driven approach to identifying and evaluating private credit opportunities. Each transaction undergoes structured analysis, thorough due diligence, and careful consideration of underlying fundamentals. Our focus is on presenting opportunities that align with our underwriting standards and reflect a well-assessed credit profile.
EXPERIENCE
Professional, Transparent, and Collaborative Engagement
We prioritise clear communication, structured workflow management, and a transparent approach to stakeholder engagement. COI supports investors, borrowers, and advisors through consistent, well-organised processes designed to enhance oversight and ensure alignment across every stage of the credit lifecycle.
risk management
Redefining Risk Mitigation and Investment Security
COI’s risk management framework is grounded in disciplined underwriting, ongoing credit monitoring, and careful assessment of borrower quality and exit pathways. We maintain a hands-on, governance-led approach to managing credit exposures, supported by structured decision-making processes designed to uphold the integrity of each transaction.
Faris Dedic
Chairman
Faris is the Chairman and is responsible for setting the firm’s strategic direction and guiding its investment philosophy. He brings extensive experience across private credit, structured finance, and commercial real estate lending, shaped by a career spanning origination, advisory, and institutional capital management.
George Cupac
Head of Capital and Investor Relations
George oversees capital raising and investor relations guiding the firm’s engagement with institutional and private investors. His experience spans client relationship development, fund distribution, managed investment products, and debt capital markets.
Joshua Hoggard
Associate Director
Josh brings extensive experience in commercial real estate finance, specialising in the structuring and execution of complex debt transactions across residential, industrial, and commercial property sectors. His background spans financial analysis, transaction modelling, project feasibility assessment, and stakeholder management.
Paul Kimber
Financial Controller
Paul leads the firm’s finance function, bringing extensive experience across financial management, accounting, and operational oversight within the property, retail, and government sectors. His expertise spans budgeting, reporting, governance frameworks, and support for strategic decision-making.
Biljana Vucic
Business Manager
As Business Manager at COI Capital Management, Biljana oversees core operational functions and supports the firm’s executive and administrative activities. Her responsibilities include coordinating day-to-day operations, managing executive workflows, and facilitating effective communication across the team.
Josh Holt
Senior Associate
Josh supports the development and maintenance of COI’s operational infrastructure, contributing to efficient internal processes and consistent workflow management across the firm. His responsibilities span transaction administration, deal processing, and loan operations, where he plays a key role in ensuring smooth execution and coordination throughout the full transaction lifecycle.
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Our Team
Kristian Zimmermann
Senior Advisor
Kristian brings over 20 years of global experience in private equity, venture capital, and principal investing across Australia, Asia, North America, and Europe. He has held senior roles in the industry, including at MLC Asset Management as Co-Head of Private Equity.
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Advisory Board
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Our Growth Trajectory
COI Capital Management is focused on building a disciplined private credit platform grounded in rigorous underwriting, structured analysis, and a strong governance framework. Our aim is to contribute thoughtfully to Australia’s non-bank lending landscape by applying institutional standards to the evaluation and management of credit opportunities.
Our team manages COI’s credit strategies through a research-led, process-driven methodology that prioritises consistency, transparency, and careful portfolio construction. We maintain a disciplined approach to monitoring each investment and ensure that every decision reflects a clear assessment of underlying fundamentals.
"COI Capital Management is a research-driven private credit manager with a strong focus on disciplined underwriting, structured risk assessment, and long-term operational resilience."
As the business evolves, COI intends to broaden its offering through strategies that reflect observed market conditions and the needs of participants within the private credit ecosystem. Our focus remains on maintaining responsible growth and a well-governed operating environment across all aspects of the firm.
COI Capital Management is committed to building a sustainable, resilient, and professionally managed private credit business. Our philosophy centres on disciplined risk management, thoughtful engagement, and a long-term mindset that supports sound decision-making.