Olivier Goerens proposed to succeed Sabine Caudron as Head of Degroof Petercam’s Wealth Management activities
Brussels – 17 April 2026 – The Board of Directors of Bank Degroof Petercam has approved the candidacy of Olivier Goerens to succeed Sabine Caudron, as future Head of Wealth Management. Subject to approval by the supervisory authorities, Olivier Goerens will be in charge of the wealth management activities and will become an executive director of Bank Degroof Petercam.
April 17, 2026
Sylvie Huret, CEO, stated: “On behalf of the Board and the Management Board, I would like to express our deep gratitude to Sabine for her major contribution as Head of Wealth Management in the development of our investment house. Her unwavering commitment was instrumental, particularly during the recent integration of our wealth management activities within Indosuez Wealth Management. We look forward to welcoming Olivier Goerens, who will take over the torch of Sabine in due time.”
Olivier Goerens commented: “I am honoured to join Degroof Petercam, an institution that has embodied trust and expertise for more than 150 years. In addition to a unique wealth management offering on the market, Degroof Petercam provides its clients with complementary expertise: its own trading floor, its investment fund management capabilities, and its corporate advisory activities. Degroof Petercam is firmly rooted in the Belgian entrepreneurial ecosystem, and its belonging to Indosuez and the Crédit Agricole Group is an undeniable asset.”
Sabine Caudron added: “After thirty years in the financial world, the time has come for me to turn the page and devote myself to personal projects. Degroof Petercam, its staff and clients have been an invaluable source of inspiration and shared experience. Leaving this environment, where human relationships and trust are so precious, will not be easy. I will carry with me the values and warmth of the bonds forged here, which will continue to guide me in my future projects.”
Olivier Goerens - biography
A seasoned banking professional, Olivier Goerens brings extensive expertise in private banking, corporate banking and financial markets. Having joined Belfius in 2011, he held various roles including Risk Manager, Head of ECM and DCM, Public & Corporate Banking, Head of Product Management, and Marketing and Sales Manager for Private Banking and Wealth Management and General Manager of Belfius Private. He holds a Master’s degree in Financial Economics from Solvay Brussels School and an MSc in Finance from Cass Business School in London.