Ethical Partners Funds Management was an Australian boutique fund manager that operated from 2017 until its closure in 2024. Founded by Nathan Parkin and Matt Nacard, the company focused on ethical investing and was fully owned by its staff. Parkin and Nacard brought significant experience from their previous roles in the finance industry. The firm specialized in managing ASX-listed equities, primarily through the Ethical Partners Australian Share Fund, which was structured as a unit trust. This fund was available to institutional, professional, and sophisticated investors. Ethical Partners employed a bottom-up, long-only stock-picking strategy, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into its investment decisions. The company managed assets for a diverse client base, including super funds, charities, and foundations, reaching over $2 billion in assets at its peak. Ethical Partners was committed to responsible investment practices, advocating for transparency and ethical behavior in corporate operations. The firm actively engaged with companies and promoted fair tax practices aligned with economic activity. In 2024, Ethical Partners returned approximately $2 billion to its investors as part of its closure process.