Erik Viljoen

Co-FOUNDER

Erik brings a wealth of experience across the firm’s flagship fund strategy of structured trade and commodity finance having spent the majority of his career in this segment. After completing his postgraduate studies in Agricultural economics from the University of Stellenbosch he joined a large African focused investment bank. Prior to joining EM Ventures he was responsible for structured finance for Africa at a top five global trading house. 

Matthew Robinson

Co-FOUNDER

Matthew Robinson joined EM Ventures with a specific focus towards West African commodity backed transactions. He completed a PPE (Politics, Philosophy and Economics) Degree from Stellenbosch University, followed by a Business Administration Program (PDM) at Wits Business School. 

Thereafter he spent five years at Investec Bank working in the international finance team, where he looked after ultra-high net worth individuals and families, funding their business activities.