A long-term partner for global trade and infrastructure
Since 2010, DLT Global Investment has financed the infrastructure, logistics, and trade capabilities that connect global markets — guided by discipline, partnership, and a long-term view.
Built to finance the infrastructure of global trade
DLT Global Investment was founded in 2010 on a simple premise: global trade depends on long-term capital that understands the operational realities of moving goods across borders. What began as a boutique infrastructure financing firm in Chicago has grown into a global investment platform spanning five offices and more than thirty countries.
Our strategic partnership with QuickTrans, formed in 2016, deepened our understanding of logistics operations and shaped how we evaluate every infrastructure and trade investment we make today. Sixteen years on, that founding premise remains unchanged — we believe patient, well-structured capital is what allows global trade to keep moving forward.
Our Mission
To deliver sustainable, long-term value by financing the infrastructure, logistics, and trade capabilities that connect global markets.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted long-term investment partner for the businesses and infrastructure that move the world's goods.
The principles behind every decision
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in every relationship, transaction, and decision.
Excellence
We pursue disciplined, rigorous analysis and execution across every investment we make.
Partnership
We build long-term relationships founded on trust, transparency, and shared success.
Innovation
We seek out emerging opportunities in technology and infrastructure that shape the future of trade.
Accountability
We take ownership of our commitments to investors, partners, and the communities we operate in.
Global Perspective
We bring an international lens to every opportunity, informed by on-the-ground presence worldwide.
Hands-on partnership, disciplined judgment
Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience across infrastructure, logistics, and global finance. We believe the best investment decisions come from leaders who stay close to the operational realities of the sectors we fund — not just the spreadsheets behind them.
Michael Hartwell
Chief Executive Officer
Michael has led DLT Global Investment since its founding, with a career spanning over twenty-five years in international finance and infrastructure development.
Elena Voss
Chief Investment Officer
Elena oversees DLT's global investment strategy, bringing deep expertise in infrastructure, trade finance, and cross-border capital allocation.
James Okafor
Chief Operating Officer
James is responsible for global operations and governance, ensuring disciplined execution across DLT's international offices.
Sofia Marchetti
Head of Global Partnerships
Sofia leads DLT's strategic partnerships, including the firm's long-standing alliance with QuickTrans, and is focused on long-term collaborative growth.
David Lin
Chief Financial Officer
David oversees financial strategy and capital structure, with a background in global banking and institutional asset management.
Amara Osei
Head of Sustainability & ESG
Amara leads DLT's ESG and responsible investment framework, embedding sustainability principles across the firm's global portfolio.
On-the-ground perspective in five regions
Chicago
HQGlobal headquarters overseeing investment strategy and capital markets
London
European infrastructure and trade finance
Singapore
Asia-Pacific logistics and private equity
Dubai
Middle East energy and trade corridors
Panama City
Latin America shipping and logistics
Governance built for institutional trust
Our governance framework reflects the standards expected by institutional investors and global regulators. Independent oversight and disciplined risk management are embedded into how we operate, not layered on top of it.
Independent Oversight
An independent board and investment committee provide oversight on every major decision.
Risk & Compliance
Dedicated risk and compliance functions operate independently of investment teams.
Ethical Standards
A formal code of conduct governs how we engage with partners, regulators, and communities.
Transparent Reporting
Regular reporting and audit practices keep investors and partners informed.
A partner built for the long run
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Global Offices
Sixteen years of disciplined growth
- 2010
DLT Global Investment founded
Established in Chicago with a founding focus on infrastructure finance for emerging trade corridors.
- 2012
First trade finance fund launched
Launched our first dedicated fund supporting cross-border trade finance for growing enterprises.
- 2014
Expansion into Energy and Real Estate
Broadened our mandate to include energy infrastructure and logistics-adjacent real estate.
- 2016
Strategic partnership with QuickTrans
Formed a long-term strategic alliance with QuickTrans to fund global logistics expansion.
- 2018
London and Singapore offices opened
Established regional offices to deepen our presence across European and Asia-Pacific markets.
- 2020
Surpassed $5 billion in AUM
Reached a key milestone in assets under management amid continued portfolio diversification.
- 2022
ESG framework launched
Introduced a formal Environmental, Social, and Governance framework across all investment decisions.
- 2024
Private equity portfolio expansion
Grew our private equity portfolio to span more than thirty countries across five continents.
- 2026
$8.4 billion in assets under management
Continued long-term growth, with active projects and strategic partnerships spanning the globe.
Partner with a team built for the long term.
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