EQT appoints HK-based Jean Eric Salata as next chairperson

The chair of EQT Asia will replace Conni Jonsson, who will remain involved in the Swedish private equity firm as honorary chair and founder.

Andrew Tjaardstra

October 07, 2025

Swdish private equity giant EQT has appointed Jean Eric Salata has been nominated by EQT’s nomination committee to become the next chairperson of EQT’s board, subject to approval at EQT’s annual shareholders’ meeting in May 2026, and regulatory approvals.

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