Henrik Gade Jepsen to leave ATP – Kasper Ahrendt Lorenzen appointed Chief Investment Officer

Henrik Gade Jepsen joined ATP in 1999.

Carsten Stendevad says:
"Henrik has been a driving force in ATP. I would like to thank Henrik for his substantial contributions to the development of ATP. Under Henrik’s leadership, his team has set new standards for pension fund investment and risk management. We'll miss him and we wish him all the best in his new endeavours"

Henrik Gade Jepsen says:
"ATP has been like family to me, and leaving ATP has not been an easy decision. But the time is now right if I am to try something new in my career – and the timing is also perfect for ATP. Today, ATP stands stronger than ever before, and I cannot imagine someone more qualified to take over than Kasper.”

Kasper Ahrndt Lorenzen new CIO

Effective immediately, Kasper Ahrndt Lorenzen assumes the role of Chief Investment Officer and member of the Group Executive Board. Until today, Kasper was Senior Vice President, and Head of Liquid Markets in ATPs investment division. Previously, Kasper was responsible for portfolio construction and one of the main architects behind ATP's new investment strategy which was introduced in January 2016. Kasper has had two tenures with ATP – from 2007 to 2012, and again since 2014. Kasper previously held senior portfolio management roles with PFA and Nordea.

"Kasper is uniquely qualified for the job. He has in-depth knowledge of ATPs approach to investment, a strong investment track record, great intellectual capacity and strong managerial and personal qualities," says Carsten Stendevad

Kasper Ahrndt Lorenzen says:
"To be Chief Investment Officer in ATP – being responsible for the management of the Danes' pension funds – is a huge responsibility which calls for humbleness. I'm proud of the trust and confidence that ATP is showing me – and I'm looking forward to solving the task together with my many competent colleagues.