KKR: new European Public Affairs Director
(CercleFinance.com) - KKR has announced the appointment of Philippe de Backer as Managing Director of European Public Affairs, effective January 1, 2025.
Philippe de Backer, who is based in KKR's London office, will report to Ken Mehlman, Partner and Global Head of Public Affairs and Co-Head of Global Impact.
Previously, Philippe was a member of the European Parliament, focusing on financial regulation, industrial policy, investment, innovation and infrastructure.
He was also Secretary of State and Minister for the Belgian government. With investment experience in healthcare and life sciences, Philippe de Backer has also held advisory positions with leading strategic consultancies, private equity funds and venture capital funds.
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