How do family-owned businesses create lasting value across generations?
More than 80% of Danish companies are owner-managed or family-owned. These businesses are among the most resilient and long-term oriented in the Danish economy. Their strength lies in a unique balance between family, ownership, board, and executive leadership—a balance that becomes especially important during periods of growth, the entry of external investors, or generational transition.
This event brings together investors, CEOs, and board leaders to explore how strong collaboration between owners, boards, and management can drive long-term value creation in family-owned businesses—both today and for the generations to come.
Speakers:
Dan Højgaard Jensen, CEO of Dansk Ejerkapital. Dan has participated in a double-digit number of acquisitions and currently serves on the boards of ten of Dansk Ejerkapital’s portfolio companies.
Jens-Peter Poulsen, CEO of Abena, which is owned by the Terp-Nielsen family. Jens-Peter has experience from several family-owned businesses as a senior executive and board member, including LEGO.
Christina Højfeldt, CEO and co-owner of The Ownership Company. Christina advises owner-managers, family offices, and foundation secretariats on topics including succession planning and NextGen development.