Lucerne Investment Partners was founded in 2015 to provide investors a tailored investment offering akin to Family Offices.

Meet the Team

  • Anthony Murphy

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    With extensive industry experience and knowledge in all aspects of investment and wealth, Anthony is a specialist in investment advisory, portfolio management, group strategy and international business relations.

    Relationships are integral to success; Anthony has developed many long-term partnerships with loyal investors and specialists. He also co-invests in Lucerne’s own dedicated funds. Previous experience includes Canaccord Genuity, Ord Minnett and Independent Economics. Anthony is also a member of the CEO Institute.

  • Michael Houghton

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Michael is a senior finance and investment executive with more than 25 years’ experience in local and international private wealth management.

    He has worked in wealth management, asset consulting, investment advice and portfolio construction. He has previously held senior roles with Macquarie Bank, Citibank Switzerland, JB Were and ANZ and Westpac Private Banks.

  • Steve Moretta

    DIRECTOR - PRIVATE WEALTH

    Steve is a dedicated and affable advisor. He brings a wealth of knowledge to his investor relations work at Lucerne from five fruitful years at professional services firm Ernst & Young, where he worked in both assurance (audit) and business valuations.

    He holds a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Finance and is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

  • Sandra Zaletto

    EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

    Sandra is a highly experienced Executive Assistant who has worked in large corporate environments for over 15 years.

    In addition to excellent communication skills and an ability to work well under pressure, she prides herself on strong customer service and administration skills. Sandra has previously been an Executive Assistant to the CEOs of Hospira/Pfizer and AMP.

  • Faariq Furkan

    CFA - FUND ANALYST

    Faariq is a technically astute and enthusiastic finance professional with funds management and accounting experience.

    Faariq assists Lucerne with his strong ability to conduct equity research and analysis, provide portfolio management services and share his passion for analytics and investment.

    Faariq is a CFA charter holder, and has a Master’s Degree in Accounting and International Finance. He previously worked at Yarra Valley Water covering treasuries and economics.

  • Liam Barnes

    ADVISOR

    Liam joined Lucerne in 2019 as an Associate in the Private Wealth team, focusing on growing and improving Lucerne’s service offering and operational efficiencies. Having been promoted to an Advisor in 2023, his passion for finance and investing translates to a high quality and detail oriented service to the Private Wealth client base, with a particular focus on expanding relationships and exploring new investment ideas.

    Liam holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Liberal Studies, majoring in Finance and Business Information Systems from the University of Sydney, as well as a Graduate Diploma of Financial Advisory from Deakin University.