Nordic Capital strengthens leadership team with the promotion of new Partners

Nordic Capital today announces three Partner promotions at Nordic Capital Advisors and provides an update on its operating functions, reflecting the firm’s continued growth and long-term focus on developing talent across its investment and operations advisory platform.

2025 has been another strong and active year for Nordic Capital. In the last twelve months, the Nordic Capital funds have deployed approximately €1.7 billion across five new investments and have announced four signed or completed exits, including the IPO of NOBA and the announced exit of Clario, the largest complete healthcare private equity exit announced globally in 2025^[1]. In addition, Nordic Capital has continued to develop its portfolio through active ownership and its disciplined, subsector-focused investment approach.

Against this backdrop, Nordic Capital is pleased to announce the promotion of three new Partners at Nordic Capital Advisors, recognising their contributions to the firm’s strong momentum and its track record of supporting sustainable, industry-leading businesses.

Partner promotions

Magnus Hammarström, Partner: Magnus joined Nordic Capital Advisors in 2017 and is a member of the Services & Industrial Tech team, with a particular focus on Industrial Technology. He has played a key role in shaping Nordic Capital’s approach to Industrial Technology, combining expertise on circular business models with close engagement alongside portfolio companies on growth, sustainable transformation and operational priorities.

Christian Hedegaard, Partner: Christian joined Nordic Capital Advisors in 2014 and is a member of the Healthcare team, with key expertise within Pharmaceuticals. He also serves as Country Coverage Manager for Denmark. Christian plays a central role advising on Nordic Capital’s healthcare work, working closely with management teams on strategic direction, execution and performance development across healthcare and life sciences businesses.

Jesper Söderberg, Partner, Chief Financial Officer: Jesper joined Nordic Capital Advisors in 2010 and has played a central role in developing and professionalising the firm. Appointed Chief Financial Officer in 2019, he is responsible for the Advisory company finance organisation and firm economics, portfolio company controlling & valuation as well as advising on fund management. He is also supporting the operations and exit office teams as well as certain Nordic Capital fundraising activities. Since joining, Jesper has been instrumental in strengthening financial governance, reporting and internal processes in support of Nordic Capital’s institutional development.

Evolution of operating functions

After nearly 15 years with Nordic Capital Advisors, Klas Tikkanen will transition from his role as Chief Operating Officer at the end of January. During his time at Nordic Capital, Klas has played a formative role in building the firm and Nordic Capital owes much to Klas’s leadership and judgment. Nordic Capital would like to thank Klas warmly for his many contributions and continued support.

Henrik Johansson, Partner and currently General Counsel, will succeed Klas as Chief Operating Officer, effective from February 1, 2026, alongside his existing responsibilities.

As Nordic Capital continues to develop and grow, the firm is further strengthening and institutionalising its operating model by establishing an Operating Committee responsible for day-to-day operations. Henrik will chair the Operating Committee.

Kristoffer Melinder, Managing Partner, Nordic Capital Advisors, said:

“Our success is built on people. By attracting and developing strong investment and operational talent, and by combining sector, investment and functional expertise, we drive hands-on value creation across the portfolio. These Partner promotions reflect our continued focus on developing talent from within and building long-term leadership strength at the firm, as well as the personal achievement of these individuals who have greatly contributed to Nordic Capital’s success.”

He added: “I would also like to sincerely thank Klas for his outstanding contributions to Nordic Capital and welcome Henrik into his expanded role. Nordic Capital today benefits from our deep bench of senior leaders across investment and operations advisory as well as central functions, who will continue to develop the firm’s strong organisational structure and position it well for ongoing future success.”

Media contact:

Nordic Capital
Katarina Janerud
Communications Manager, Nordic Capital Advisors
+46 8 440 50 50
katarina.janerud@nordiccapital.com

About Nordic Capital

Nordic Capital is a leading international private equity investor and sub-sector specialist dedicated to building stronger, more sustainable businesses through operational improvement and transformative long-term growth in partnership with management teams. With over 35 years of experience, a global reach, and the local presence of dedicated sector investment advisory teams in Sweden, UK, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Finland and the US, Nordic Capital brings deep expertise across its core investment sectors: Healthcare, Technology & Payments, Financial Services and Services & Industrial Tech. Leveraging tailored playbooks, a dedicated operations advisory team and a global network of industrial and functional experts, Nordic Capital seeks to help companies to scale, innovate and become sustainable leaders. Nordic Capital currently manages around EUR 34 billion in assets and since its founding in 1989, has invested approximately EUR 30 billion in more than 150 middle-market companies in Northern Europe and North America. The committed capital is principally provided by global institutional investors such as pension funds. For more information, see www.nordiccapital.com or connect via LinkedIn.

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