TORONTO, September 1, 2026 – Dawson Partners (“Dawson” or the “Firm”), a global alternative asset manager focused on providing innovative structured solutions to the private markets, is pleased to announce that Tim Lu, Senior Principal, Asset Management, has been named to Private Equity International (“PEI”) and Secondaries Investor’s Next Gen Leaders of Secondaries 2026 list.
The annual list recognizes outstanding professionals under the age of 36 who are helping to shape the future of the secondaries market. Honourees are selected by the PEI and Secondaries Investor editorial teams from a global pool of nominees based on the size and scope of their work, as well as their leadership, innovation and contributions to the asset class.
“Tim has been an invaluable member of Dawson since joining the Firm as our sixth employee,” said Yann Robard, Managing Partner of Dawson. “His curiosity, hard work and passion to build have helped Dawson grow and evolve. Over the years, he has played a key role in developing our asset management and tech capabilities. Just as importantly, Tim approaches his work with humility, integrity and a deep commitment to our partners and colleagues. We are so proud to see him receive this recognition.”
“I am honoured to be recognized alongside so many talented professionals in the industry,” said Tim Lu, Senior Principal, Asset Management at Dawson. “I have been fortunate to grow alongside Dawson and to work with a team that continually challenges and supports one another. I’m grateful for what we have built together, and I look forward to continuing to innovate and deliver.”
