Laurent Lhoest
About Laurent Lhoest
Laurent Lhoest serves as the Head of Discretionary Portfolio Management at Lombard Odier Group, where he focuses on innovative portfolio construction and monitoring. With a background that includes significant roles at J.P. Morgan and ING Private Banking, he is recognized for his loyalty, honesty, and strong commercial skills.
Current Role at Lombard Odier
Laurent Lhoest serves as the Head of Discretionary Portfolio Management at Lombard Odier Group since 2018. In this role, he focuses on innovative portfolio construction and monitoring, utilizing advanced technology and expertise to enhance client investment strategies. His work involves delivering customized investment advice tailored to the specific financial needs and wealth structures of high-net-worth individuals.
Previous Experience at J.P. Morgan
Before joining Lombard Odier, Laurent Lhoest held several positions at J.P. Morgan. He worked as the Head of External Training from 1995 to 1997 in the Brussels Area. He also served as a Marketing and Corporate Communications Officer from 1997 to 1999 in Euroclear Brussels, and as a Sales and Relationship Assistant from 1994 to 1995 in the Brussels Area. His diverse roles contributed to his extensive knowledge in finance and client relations.
Experience at ING Private Banking
Laurent Lhoest worked at ING Private Banking for a total of 17 years, holding multiple positions. He was a Senior Portfolio Manager from 2001 to 2013 and later became the Team Leader for Portfolio Management South from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at ING focused on portfolio management and investment strategies, enhancing his skills in financial communication and client service.
Educational Background
Laurent Lhoest studied at Université libre de Bruxelles, where he earned a Master in Applied Economics with a focus on Enterprises and Marketing from 1987 to 1991. Prior to this, he attended Lycée Emile Jacqmain, achieving a qualification in Latin - Sciences from 1981 to 1986. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in finance and investment management.
Skills and Expertise
Laurent Lhoest is recognized for his loyalty, honesty, and commercial skills, which have earned him praise from clients. He brings an awareness of asymmetric risk management to his clients through advanced global macro and technical analysis. His passion lies in delivering tailored investment advice, ensuring that he understands the unique financial needs of wealthy individuals.