Our team
Tracey McDonald - Partner & Head of Relationships
Tracey McDonald is a dynamic business development leader with over 20 years of experience in financial services, strategic growth, and client engagement. At Frontier Partners, she drives revenue growth, expands client relationships, and develops strategic partnerships across the firm’s portfolio.
With a deep background in financial advice, superannuation and education, Tracey is committed to revolutionising how investors access, own, and trade traditional and digital assets. She specialises in engaging new and existing clients, crafting compelling value propositions, and creating cross-sell opportunities to maximise business potential.
Tracey is passionate about educating and empowering investors to leverage the opportunities in Web3, DeFi, and tokenisation, enabling them to achieve their financial goals. Her expertise in customer satisfaction and revenue strategy ensures that Frontier Partners remains at the forefront of innovation in financial services and digital asset management.
Greame Leversha - Partner & Head of Finance
Graeme Leversha is a seasoned finance professional and chartered accountant with extensive experience in asset management, venture capital, and financial strategy. At Frontier Partners, he oversees financial operations, investment structuring, and strategic financial planning to drive sustainable growth.
With a background spanning ANZ, NZ Funds Management, and merchant banking at Fay, Richwhite & Company, Graeme has been at the forefront of New Zealand’s financial sector. He played a key role in developing the New Zealand Venture Capital Association and founded the NZ Middle East Business Council, where he served as secretary for three years.
Graeme is also a Director of multiple financial and business entities, including the New Zealand Commodities Exchange, Laurium Asset Management, Laurium Partners, and Agricultural Estates Ltd. Academically, Graeme holds an MBA and a Diploma in Business (Finance) from the University of Auckland, as well as a Bachelor of Management Studies (Accounting & Economics) from the University of Waikato. He is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and a full member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand.
Stephen Willson - Partner & Head of Product
Stephen Willson is an experienced leader and critical thinker with over 30 years of expertise in finance systems, technology, and business management. As Partner - Head of Product & Planning at Frontier Partners, he leads the development and execution of innovative solutions across fintech, digital asset regulation, and fractional ownership models. With a background spanning financial services, telecommunications, technology, FMCG, automotive, and aerospace, Stephen has a strong track record in synthesising complex ideas into actionable frameworks. His expertise includes analysis, planning, problem solving, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and driving change.
Stephen has authored key proposals on digital asset regulation and fractional ownership, helping shape the future of digital finance. He also co-authored the Future Ready Framework, driving thought leadership in emerging financial models. Holding an MBA from Middlesex University, a BEng in Manufacturing Engineering, and a BCom in Economics from the University of Birmingham, Stephen is a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
Ryan Johnson-Hunt - Partner & Head of Strategy
Ryan Johnson-Hunt is a seasoned consultant, strategist, and thought leader in digital securities, blockchain, and emerging financial ecosystems. At Frontier Partners, he spearheads the firm’s long-term vision, market positioning, and expansion strategies, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation
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With a deep background in cutting-edge technologies and international business strategy, Ryan has been instrumental in guiding organisations through digital transformation. As the co-founder of Johnson & Hunt Consulting, he has worked with companies across various industries to navigate the potential of blockchain, tokenisation, and the metaverse.
Ryan’s expertise blends practical business acumen with postgraduate studies in Marketing, Management, and Finance, equipping him with the tools to design and execute high-impact growth strategies. He also co-founded DSG Group, envisioning a platform that democratises access to capital, facilitates cross-border investments, and accelerates economic growth.