Xavier Burkhardt
About Xavier Burkhardt
Xavier Burkhardt serves as the Head of Distribution Asia and Strategic Alliance in Thailand at Lombard Odier Group, where he has led a strategic partnership with Kasikornbank since 2021. With extensive experience in investor relations and business development, he specializes in multi-asset solutions and has held various leadership roles across Asia and Europe.
Work at Lombard Odier
Xavier Burkhardt has been serving as the Head of Distribution Asia and Strategic Alliance in Thailand at Lombard Odier Group since 2019. In this role, he oversees distribution strategies across the Asian region, excluding Japan. He has led significant initiatives, including a strategic alliance with Kasikornbank in Thailand, which focuses on enhancing private banking services tailored for the Thai market. His tenure at Lombard Odier reflects a commitment to expanding the firm's presence and capabilities in Asia.
Education and Expertise
Xavier Burkhardt possesses a robust educational background in finance and economics. He studied at the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Banking, Finance, and Economics from 2004 to 2005. He also pursued Applied Economics as a PhD student for one year in 2005-2006. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management with a minor in Finance from KEDGE Business School, completed from 1999 to 2003. His academic foundation supports his expertise in investor relations, business development, and fundraising.
Background
Xavier Burkhardt has a diverse professional background in the finance and investment sectors. He has held various leadership roles, including Head of Wholesale for Asia excluding Japan since 2019 and prior positions at Tikehau Capital as Head of Institutional Clients for South Asia. His experience spans multiple organizations, including EFA Group, Leonteq, Societe Generale, and Commerzbank AG, where he developed a strong focus on institutional sales and investor relations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Xavier Burkhardt has demonstrated a strong ability to build relationships with institutional investors, family offices, wealth managers, and high-net-worth individuals. He specializes in multi-asset solutions, including alternative investments such as private credit, real estate, private equity, venture capital, and crypto assets. His strategic initiatives and leadership in various roles have contributed to the growth and development of investment strategies within the firms he has worked for.