Primoz Karpe

True Connector of People and Ideas

Driven by data, intuition, and expertise, Primoz creates ideal environments for value creation. He offers proprietary deal flow opportunities across the alternative investment funds industry and brings significant value in his non-executive directorship roles.

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Areas of expertise

Primoz is at ease with big numbers and data interpretation, possessing a strong intuition for people and value-creating investment opportunities. His expertise spans two complementary areas: Alternative Investment Funds (including private equity, private debt, real estate, renewables, VC funds, and fund of funds) and Non-Executive Directorship roles, primarily in the financial services and asset management sectors

As one of the pioneers of alternative investment funds in Southeast Europe, he has demonstrated a proven track record since 2010 in raising and growing assets under management, even under challenging conditions. Currently, he leads fundraising efforts for the largest private multi-strategy asset manager (general partner) in the SEE region, managing €550 million across eight funds and on track to raise €1.1 billion by 2025.

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Recognized for his balanced leadership, which combines authority with humility and strategic vision with deep sector expertise, Primoz consistently creates value in his Board roles, whether as Chair or Board Member. He is currently serving his third consecutive four-year term as Chairman of the Supervisory Board at the largest financial institution headquartered in SEE and one of the most profitable banks in the CEE/SEE region.
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Knowledge. Interpreted.

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True Connector of People and Ideas

Primoz’s track record of performance
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Primoz’s track record of performance in either active investment co-decision making role or active NED role:

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