Meet The Management Team
Our team has a wealth of experience within the New Zealand kiwifruit industry
Management Team
The OCP management team is responsible for the sourcing, due diligence, negotiation and ongoing management of portfolio assets held by Origin Capital Funds 1 and 2.
Sam Wood
Chief Financial Officer
Sam is Chief Financial Officer of Origin Capital Partners and leads the firm’s finance, operations and compliance functions. He joined as Origin’s first employee in 2021, ahead of the first close of Fund I, and has played a central role in launching and scaling multiple funds – including the development of the Greener Pastures brand, which offers managed fund products approved for the Active Investor Plus visa, with exposure to both kiwifruit and diversified private markets.
With over 12 years’ experience in funds management and institutional/corporate banking, Sam is responsible for financial oversight, product development, and the structuring of wholesale offerings for both New Zealand and offshore investors.
Sam holds degrees in Law and Finance from the University of Otago.
Andrew Livingston
General Manager, Kiwifruit
Born and raised on a sheep and beef farm near Te Awamutu, Andrew has a passion for agriculture and horticulture. He earned his degree in Agriculture and Agribusiness from Massey University, launching his career in rural banking in Canterbury and Otago.
Andrew's journey took him to the UK, where he honed his skills in corporate banking and hedge fund administration with BNY Mellon and JP Morgan. Returning to New Zealand, he joined EastPack, a leading post-harvest company in the Bay of Plenty, initially as Grower Experience Manager, collaborating with prominent kiwifruit and avocado growers. He advanced to Regional Manager, overseeing the team in the Te Puke and Tauranga regions.
Currently, Andrew serves as General Manager of Kiwifruit at Origin Capital Partners, where he oversees all on-orchard operations for the funds. Based in the Bay of Plenty, he continues to combine his agricultural roots with his horticultural experience, driving success in the kiwifruit sector.
Andrew is currently a Board Observer at EastPack Limited and completed Zespri’s Industry Governance Development Programme in 2022.
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