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While much has changed since we started out in the year 2000, Lupus alpha’s core values remain unchanged. The company’s Executive Committee discuss the importance of these values with inspiring people in five fascinating interviews.

INDEPENDENCE

“Back then, we were genuinely obsessed with being independent.”

In conversation with

Franz von Metzler

Member of the Executive Board and Co-Owner of Metzler Bank

Ralf Lochmüller

CEO, Managing Partner, Member of the Executive Committee

An exchange of ideas on the importance of entrepreneurial independence and perseverance when developing better solutions for others.

 

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SPECIALISATION

“Without specialising, it is impossible to keep pace on performance.”

In conversation with

Prof. Dr. Christoph Lutter

Head of Sports Orthopaedics, University Medical Centre Rostock

Dr. Markus Zuber

Partner and CSO, Lupus alpha

A discussion with the ‘Climbing Doctor’ Christoph Lutter on specialisation and why it is essential in any line of work.

 

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PARTNERSHIP

“Our team spirit drives us. Our partnership principle gives continuity to teams that investors can rely on.”

In conversation with

Dr. Annika Clauss

Partner at the law firm Hengeler Mueller

Michael Frick

Managing Partner, CFO und COO of Lupus alpha

A conversation about how partnership can shape businesses – in an international law firm and a medium-sized asset manager.

 

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PERFORMANCE

“We take performance personally. It’s a key part of our corporate culture.”

In conversation with

Prof. Ingolf Turban

Violinist and Professor at the University of Music and Theatre (HMTM) in Munich

Alexander Raviol

Partner and CIO Derivative Solutions, Lupus alpha

A conversation about similarities, differences and the keys to peak performance in the worlds of music and finance.

 

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A BOLD, ACTIVE APPROACH

“We give our portfolio managers a huge amount of freedom, which requires a certain amount of courage every day.”

In conversation with

Stefan Fuchs

Majority shareholder and Chairman of the Executive Board of FUCHS SE

Dr. Götz Albert

Managing Partner, CIO and Head of Portfolio Management, Lupus alpha

A conversation about the importance of making uncomfortable decisions and going against market consensus every once in a while.

 

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