Amsterdam/'s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, 29 November 2023
Van Lanschot Kempen today announced the appointment of Daphne Engelke as CEO of
Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland as of 1 July 2024. She will succeed Susan
Leerkes, who will become Regional Director West at Van Lanschot Kempen Private
Banking in the Netherlands.
Daphne Engelke joins Van Lanschot Kempen from UBS Wealth Management. Since
2005, she has built up a wide range of experience in senior management
positions, leading both specialist and client-facing teams. Most recently, she
was Lead Market Head for the Netherlands and responsible for the ultra-high net-
worth (UNHW) segment in the Benelux region as a Managing Director. She is also a
Senior Family Adviser, advising on family governance, family office set-up and
next-generation development. Coming from a family business background herself,
Daphne has extensive personal experience in this area. She and her family have
lived in Switzerland for over 20 years.
Susan Leerkes has a career in the Dutch financial services industry spanning
more than 25 years. Prior to joining Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland, she was
Director of Private Banking for the Amsterdam, Hilversum and Laren offices from
2017 until 2022. Under her leadership, Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland has
achieved further growth in assets under management. As Regional Director West in
the Netherlands, Susan will focus on enhancing commercial momentum and
delivering an excellent experience for Van Lanschot Kempen's clients together
with the teams in this region.
Richard Bruens, a member of Van Lanschot Kempen's Management Board, said: "We're
appointing two strong leaders in key areas of our markets. Susan combines the
ability to create a personal and relevant experience for our clients with a big
heart for her team. This, coupled with the focus she's inspired on alignment and
cooperation with our teams in the Netherlands, puts our private bank in
Switzerland in a strong place for further success. I'm convinced she'll bring
that same energy to her next role and I look forward to continuing our work
together.
"With her vast experience in the UHNW segment, Daphne will add a valuable
perspective, providing a catalyst for growth. She'll focus on expanding our
service offering to entrepreneurs and family offices who are looking for
diversification and want to be advised on all dimensions of wealth. And, with
her people-centric leadership and entrepreneurial drive, Daphne will further
enhance Van Lanschot Switzerland's standing as the employer of choice for
international wealth managers in the Benelux region."
Daphne Engelke will join Van Lanschot Kempen as of 1 March 2024 and assume the
CEO role from 1 July 2024. Her appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
Susan Leerkes will start in her new role as of 1 September 2024, after settling
in the Netherlands with her family.
Founded in Zurich in 1995, Van Lanschot Kempen Switzerland has developed into
the wealth manager of choice for many internationally focused Dutch and Belgian
clients. It is currently the only Dutch bank in Switzerland, with offices in
Zurich and Geneva.
Media Relations
Maud van Gaal
T +31 20 354 45 85 mediarelations@vanlanschotkempen.com
(mailto:mediarelations@vanlanschotkempen.com)
Investor Relations
Tosca Holtland
T +31 20 354 45 90 investorrelations@vanlanschotkempen.com
(mailto:investorrelations@vanlanschotkempen.com)
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.
For more information, please visit vanlanschotkempen.com
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