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Nick Hoffman
Improving active investment returns at Behaviour Lab. Led McKinsey's UK Insurance & Asset Management Practice. The Senior Trustee at the V&A, Director at the Heinz Endowments
Nick Hoffman is a prominent figure in the financial services sector, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Board Member at BehaviourLab. His role at BehaviourLab focuses on enhancing investment returns for active fund managers through innovative strategies and decision-making processes that address biases in investment decisions.12
Professional Background
Before joining BehaviourLab, Hoffman had a notable career at McKinsey & Company, where he was a Partner for 12 years. He led the UK Insurance and Asset Management Practice, working closely with asset managers, insurers, and bank CEOs to drive significant transformations and improve decision-making processes.3 His expertise extends to environmental sustainability, having played a key role in shaping McKinsey's Sustainability Practice.
Education
Hoffman graduated summa cum laude from Harvard University and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. His educational background is complemented by early schooling at Eton College.14
Other Affiliations
In addition to his role at BehaviourLab, Nick Hoffman is involved with several prestigious organizations:
- Senior Trustee at the Victoria & Albert Museum
- Director at the Heinz Endowments, a grant-making foundation in the U.S.
- Board Trustee at the Samuel Courtauld Trust
- Former Chairman of the Trustees of the Gilbert Collection.12
Hoffman's diverse experience and leadership roles reflect his commitment to improving performance in both financial services and cultural institutions.
