A notable change is set to occur within the leadership structure of Triodos Investment Management as Martijn van Oort assumes the role of Managing Director Finance, Risk & Operations on May 6, 2025. With a career spanning nearly 25 years in finance and risk management, van Oort brings extensive expertise from his previous roles at Robeco, KPMG Risk Advisory, Van Lanschot Kempen, and as an independent interim manager. His commitment to sustainability aligns with Triodos' mission, which focuses on fostering positive change through investment in innovative enterprises and sustainable businesses. The Management Board will now include Dick van Ommeren, Hadewych Kuiper, and Martijn van Oort, emphasizing the organization's dedication to impactful financial practices.
Triodos Investment Management has long been a proponent of transformative sectors, concentrating its efforts on five pivotal themes: food transition, resource transition, energy transition, societal transition, and wellbeing transition. These areas represent the company's ambition to contribute significantly to creating a more equitable, sustainable, and humane world. By managing assets totaling EUR 5.8 billion as of the end of 2024, Triodos Investment Management continues to act as a catalyst for essential transitions globally.
Martijn van Oort’s professional journey showcases his deep involvement in the financial sector, particularly in senior management capacities. Over the last five years, he has worked independently as an interim manager, tackling diverse assignments across multiple financial institutions and DNB. This experience enriches his perspective and equips him to address the multifaceted challenges inherent in the realms of finance and risk.
His decision to join Triodos Investment Management underscores a shared vision for sustainable development. Van Oort expresses pride in becoming part of an esteemed organization known for its unwavering commitment to driving positive societal impact. As Managing Director Finance, Risk & Operations, he aims to leverage his knowledge and skills to bolster the growth and influence of Triodos Investment Management.
The expanded Management Board reflects a strategic approach aimed at enhancing the company's operational capabilities while maintaining its core values. Under the guidance of Dick van Ommeren, Hadewych Kuiper, and Martijn van Oort, Triodos Investment Management is poised to continue advancing its mission of promoting lasting, positive change. Through its focus on interconnected transition themes, the company remains dedicated to facilitating the shift toward a fairer and more sustainable future for all.