Jonathan “Jon” Dawson

Jon Dawson is director of UK/EMEA business development and head of UK office at Thornburg Investment Management. He leads the firm’s strategy to grow its presence across the region, focusing on investment distribution and institutional partnerships.

Before joining Thornburg, Jon was head of asset management distribution at Fortem Capital, where he launched and scaled multiple UCITS funds and bespoke solutions. He also served as institutional investment director at Putnam Investments and held a business development role at Lord Abbett, supporting international expansion. He began his career at Aberdeen Asset Management, rising from intern to senior business development manager for the UK & Ireland.

Jon holds a BA (Hons) in management from the University of Cambridge Judge Business School. Prior to his finance career, he spent eight years as a professional rugby player with Saracens, Harlequins, and Wasps—an experience that informs his leadership style and relationship-driven approach.