Jak Hestnes

Jak Hestnes is an investment professional with a wealth of experience in private equity, investment banking, and management consulting. Currently, Jak works at EQT Partners, a prominent global private equity firm, specifically focusing on large-cap investments in Europe and the US through the EQT Equity buy-out fund, with the latest fund size of €11 billion. Prior to joining EQT, Jak gained valuable insights at Goldman Sachs in London and McKinsey & Company in Oslo. Jak's educational background includes a stellar academic record with a Master's degree in Industrial Economics and Technology Management from both NTNU in Norway and the University of California, San Diego. Throughout his career, Jak has held various roles such as Director, Board Observer, Board Member, Associate, Investment Banking Analyst, Summer Analyst, and Teaching Assistant at reputable organizations like EQT Partners, IP-Only, Broadnet, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, and NTNU.