Our Team

The management of Baker Vermögensverwaltung GmbH (BVG) is composed of seasoned professionals from international investment banks, top-tier private equity firms, global family offices, and regulatory authorities. They bring extensive practical experience and global vision in cross-market investments, asset allocation, legal compliance, and risk management. Below is an introduction to some of our key members:

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Alexander Krüger – Head of European Primary Markets & Fund Trading

Formerly with Morgan Stanley’s London Investment Banking Division and a leading Swiss family office, specializing in cross-border M\&A, Pre-IPO investments, and multi-asset portfolio management.

Key Profile:

  • Led over €5 billion in cross-border M\&A and capital markets financing transactions
  • Led over €5 billion in cross-border M\&A and capital markets financing transactions
  • Extensive expertise in international fund structures including German Spezialfonds, Luxembourg RAIF, and Singapore VCC
  • Skilled in combining structured financing tools with long-term equity investments to optimize capital costs and returns
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Sophia Weber – Head of Compliance & Structured Products

Former Senior Compliance Officer at BaFin, deeply involved in the implementation of the EU AIFMD framework and approval of cross-border fund products.

Professional Background:

  • Served in the legal department of a Luxembourg fund management company, responsible for structuring and registering SCSp, RAIF, and similar vehicles
  • Led ESG compliance disclosures and sustainability certification for multiple green energy and infrastructure funds
  • In-depth knowledge of the German KAGB, EU AIFMD, and CRS/AML multi-tiered regulatory systems
  • Designed cross-border wealth structures for international family clients, integrating trusts, funds, and corporate law
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Dr. Lukas Hoffmann – Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, previously with BlackRock’s European Multi-Asset Allocation team, specializing in factor investing, risk parity, and cross-market strategies.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed a multi-factor risk-adjusted model adopted by pension and sovereign wealth funds
  • Structured global portfolios for UHNW clients including ETFs, private equity, and structured derivatives
  • Served as an advisor to the European Systemic Risk Board, researching interest rate and credit market transmission mechanisms
  • Published multiple studies on asset allocation optimization in the Financial Analysts Journal
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Elena Schmitt – Head of Client & Investor Relations

Former Head of UHNW Client Segment at UBS, with expertise in building client relationship management systems and multi-generational wealth succession strategies.

  • Managed multiple family accounts each exceeding €200 million in net assets
  • Initiated the NextGen investor education program to develop heirs’ investment and risk management skills
  • Expert in applying trust-fund dual structures for cross-border succession planning with tax compliance solutions
  • Holder of the international CFP designation and German Private Wealth Advisor certification
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David Lehmann – Head of Digital Assets & Quant Trading

Former Technology Strategy Advisor at Coinbase Europe, with deep expertise in blockchain technology and digital asset trading.

Major Contributions:

  • Designed and deployed multi-chain arbitrage and liquidity mining strategies across ecosystems including ETH, SOL, and Polygon
  • Led the development of an on-chain risk control engine integrating KYT and AML full-chain monitoring
  • Built asset clearing and custody systems for a regulated European digital exchange
  • Built asset clearing and custody systems for a regulated European digital exchange
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Core Support Team

BVG’s middle and back office is comprised of financial engineers, compliance consultants, tax planners, fund operations managers, and product design specialists. They provide end-to-end support — from structure design and fund registration to investment execution and risk/compliance audits.

We uphold the principle of “Professional Collaboration · Forward-Looking Judgment · Long-Term Partnership”, striving to be a trusted strategic partner for our clients in asset management and wealth succession.