Else Bos appointed as Independent Director to the Board at IFM Investors
Else Bos appointed as Independent Director to the Board at IFM Investors
Else Bos has been appointed as Independent Director to the Board at IFM Investors.
She brings with her a wealth of experience in financial services, having held numerous senior leadership positions in the industry. Her extensive background and proven track record in asset management and financial supervision will be invaluable as IFM Investors continues to expand its global investment footprint.
Ms. Bos served as an Executive Board Member and Chair of Prudential Supervision at De Nederlandsche Bank N.V. until recently, where she was responsible for insurance supervision, pension supervision, and supervision policy. Her leadership and expertise had been instrumental in helping shape the regulatory landscape and ensuring financial stability in the Netherlands.
Prior to this, she was the CEO and Chair of the Executive Committee at PGGM NV, one of the largest pension fund service providers in the Netherlands. During her tenure, she successfully led the organization through significant transformations, enhancing its institutional business and investment capabilities.
Ms. Bos's career has included senior positions at ABN AMRO Asset Management and NIB Capital Asset Management. Ms. Bos has also served as a Trustee of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation and member of the Board of the United Nations Principles of Responsible Investment (UN PRI).
Her diverse experience spans across operational management, private banking, and financial accounting.
Ms. Bos holds a degree in Econometrics from Erasmus University Rotterdam and has completed an advanced management program at IMD Business School. She has also served on various boards and advisory committees, including the Financial Stability Board, European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority, and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors.
Ms. Bos’s appointment will increase the number of IFM board members to nine, and the number of female board members to six.
Quotes attributable to IFM Investors Chair Cath Bowtell:
'We are delighted to welcome Else to the IFM board and believe her experience at PGGM, which has an aligned purpose and role to IFM, will be a great value add for our organisation and clients.'
'Else’s extensive experience and deep understanding of the financial sector and asset management, particularly in Europe, will be a tremendous asset to IFM Investors, as we continue to grow globally.'
Quotes attributable to Independent Director Else Bos:
'It is a great honour to join the Board of IFM Investors – I have long admired IFM's success, particularly in private markets, and its commitment to sustainable and responsible investment practices.'
'I look forward to playing my part in IFM’s continued success and growth as they invest, protect and grow the retirement savings of working people.'
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