As previously announced, Daphne Engelke has today formally taken over the role of CEO of Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland, where she succeeds Susan Leerkes, who will become Regional Director West at Van Lanschot Kempen Private Banking in The Netherlands.

 

 

Additionally, and with immediate effect, Gijs Grootenhuis has joined the management team taking on the responsibility of Chief Commercial Officer of VanLanschot Kempen Switzerland. Gijs has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, including senior client-facing roles at Credit Suisse, Julius Baer and UBS, and a strong network in the Netherlands. Furthermore, Gijs possesses the distinguishing skills and expertise that align with our strategic growth vision for this next phase of our company.

 

Established in 1995, Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland has evolved to become the preferred wealth manager for Dutch and Belgian clients with an international focus. The firm stands out for its industry-leading team of highly skilled bankers and advisors with both Benelux and international expertise. The team combines this cross-border expertise with Swiss quality, privacy, asset protection, and precision.

 

As part of the growth strategy, Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland is further expanding our service offering to Dutch and Belgian entrepreneurs, Ultra High Net Worth individuals and family offices who are looking for diversification and want to be strategically advised on all dimensions of wealth.

 

About Van Lanschot Kempen NV

Van Lanschot Kempen is an independent, specialist wealth manager active in private banking, investment management and investment banking, with the aim of preserving and creating wealth, in a sustainable way, for both its clients and the society of which it is part. Through our long-term focus, we create positive financial and nonfinancial value. Listed at Euronext Amsterdam, Van Lanschot Kempen is the Netherlands’ oldest independent financial services company, with a history dating back to 1737.