IFU
Lars Bertram is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the finance and asset management sectors. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at IFU since June 2024 and as Chairman of P+, Pensionskassen for Akademikere, Lars previously held the position of CEO at BankInvest from January 2015 to June 2024, overseeing a substantial portfolio of DKK 130 billion in assets. Additional experience includes roles as Managing Director and Member of the Executive Board at Nykredit Bank A/S, as well as Senior Vice President positions at Danske Bank and BG Bank. Lars Bertram's educational background includes a Certificate in ESG Investing from CFA UK, a Board Leadership Masterclass from CBS Bestyrelsesuddannelserne, and an AMP from Harvard Business School, among other qualifications.
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IFU
IFU – the Investment Fund for Developing Countries is a Danish impact investor contributing to green, just and inclusive societies as well as supporting the Sustainable Development Goals. We provide risk capital to companies operating in developing countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and parts of Europe. Investments are made on commercial terms in the form of equity, loans and guarantees. Prioritized sectors are Green energy & infrastructure, Financial services, Healthcare and Sustainable food systems. IFU has co-invested in over 1,300 companies in more than 100 developing countries and emerging markets. Contracted investments total EUR 31 billion, of which IFU has contributed EUR 3.6 billion. Annually IFU makes around 25 -30 investments and has on average an active portfolio of 200 investments. IFU’s head office is located in Copenhagen supplemented by regional representation in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Central and Eastern Europe. IFU operates as fund manager for public-private partnerships like the Danish SDG Investment Fund, which is to invest in commercially viable projects supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The SDG Fund is established in cooperation with the Danish State and several of the largest Danish Pension Funds and private investors. Total capital under management is EUR 2.1 billion.