IGNITING POTENTIAL
CREATING IMPACT

Activation Group is committed to unlocking opportunities and driving innovation, transforming ideas into impactful ventures through strategic investments and tailored solutions.

About us

Activation Group specializes in transforming opportunities into impactful ventures, unlocking the potential of investments and strategies across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation and growth, we activate businesses, projects, and solutions to deliver exceptional value and long-lasting results globally.

Innovation at Our Core

We embrace creativity and strategy to deliver tailored solutions. Every venture we activate reflects a fresh perspective, designed to thrive in dynamic markets.

A Global Network of Expertise

Our strength lies in diverse experiences and connections across industries and borders. This enables us to identify and unlock opportunities others may overlook.

Driving Impact, Delivering Results

We focus on measurable success, ensuring each partnership and project we engage in leaves a meaningful and enduring legacy.

The Activation
Ecosystem

Acquire Group Holding

Acquire Group Holding is the fund management arm of Activation Group, connecting like-minded investors and funds to unique, high-potential investment opportunities. Focused on strategic acquisitions, the group drives growth through innovative investments in diverse sectors, including income-generating assets with exceptional potential.

PLANEX

Planex is a pioneering platform for carbon credit trading, designed to drive sustainable markets and support global climate initiatives. Backed by unmatched resources and innovative solutions, Planex is positioned as a key player in Asia’s carbon trading ecosystem.

The Australian Cannabis Group

Australian Cannabis Group is a leading medicinal cannabis company specializing in the production and distribution of high-quality cannabis products. Focused on sustainability and innovation, ACG plays a critical role in advancing the global medicinal cannabis industry.

IOTDC

IOTDC is a forward-thinking tech infrastructure company providing managed services, satellite solutions, and data center development. The company is well-positioned to support global tech innovation with a robust client base and future-focused offerings.

Circle Student Community

Circle Student Community is a premier student accommodation operator in Australia, offering vibrant and inclusive living environments. With a powerful network reaching students globally, Circle is committed to fostering supportive communities tailored to student needs.

Rōnin ōmakase

Ronin Omakase is a Japanese omakase restaurant in Melbourne, renowned for its innovative approach to traditional Japanese dining. Despite being a passion project, it has quickly become one of the city’s most acclaimed dining experiences, celebrated for its unique fusion of flavors and exceptional culinary artistry.

Words from the Esteemed

Elias Jreissati AM, KJGC

Group Chairman - Jreissati Group of Companies

“Having dealt with Ricky for over 5 years, I found him to be concise, knowledgeable, highly efficient and, clear in his approach and advice.”

Karl Fender OAM

Founding Partner - Fender Katsalidis

“...I quickly discovered how articulate and clear he is in expressing his views and his briefing requirements, and how much he adds to the process of gaining best and highest development results. This no doubt comes not just from being a clear thinking problem solver, but from him being extremely well connected to industry influencers coupled with his excellent communication and negotiation skills......”

Lawrence Lee

Vice President, Development, Asia Pacific - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

“......has a great well of knowledge and rich experience in the end-to-end property development cycle ... Such knowledge and experience place him as one of the most multi-skilled persons in the industry to advise, lead and project manage from simple to complex developments.....”

Scott Keck

Chairman - Charter Keck Cramer

”.....have a high level of confidence in and respect for his understanding of property development and investment matters generally ... and investor acceptance at the high private net wealth and institutional levels. With his diverse property background and experience, I consider that any proposal that he may bring forward, would warrant consideration......“

Sean O'Connell

Global Market Executive - IBM

“I have had the opportunity to work with Ricky Phoon since 2014. He has a deep knowledge of the property industry and has always demonstrated a limitless drive to excel. He is focused on the end-user experience and consistently seeks to make that experience unique”

The Minds Behind Activation

Ricky Phoon

Managing Director

Ricky Phoon brings decades of business acumen and high-level connections across Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Australia. His expertise spans alternative investments, property development, and cross-border ventures, making him a key driver of Activation Group’s success. With trusted relationships in government and industry, Ricky excels at fostering impactful partnerships.

Lydia Xia

Marketing Director

Lydia Xia is a marketing, business development, and creative strategy expert with extensive exposure across property, tech, investment, and creative industries. Her ability to bridge markets and connect with audiences worldwide ensures Activation Group’s ventures are effectively positioned for growth and innovation.

Colin Lam

Operation Director

Colin Lam has extensive experience in fund and project management across sectors like property, technology, and infrastructure. With connections to top-tier Hong Kong family offices and investment funds, Colin’s expertise in structuring and scaling investments is integral to Activation Group’s operational and financial success.

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