“Our purpose is to future-proof companies and make a positive impact. We truly believe that being the best owner is actually that the companies are much stronger.”

Anticipating new trends is a cornerstone of a long-term approach to investing. Christian Sinding, head of EQT Partners, joins the podcast to discuss how “future-proofing” plays a key role in EQT’s strategy for working with portfolio companies. Christian also shares insights on EQT’s active ownership “playbook,” why he believes private equity is better positioned to make societal impacts, and the launch of a new private capital strategy, EQT Future, and more.

About Christian Sinding

Christian Sinding is CEO and Managing Partner of EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization based in Stockholm. Christian joined EQT from AEA Investors in 1998, and was previously a financial analyst with Bowles Hollowell Conner. A global citizen with an entrepreneurial upbringing, Christian is passionate about the potential of making the world a better place, both as individuals and through the power of private companies.

About EQT Partners

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization that manages and advises a range of specialized investment funds.  With its well-established platform, EQT has raised EUR 62 billion of commitments since its inception. Learn more.

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