Generali Investments, part of the Generali Group, has appointed Ole Jorgensen as chief AI officer.
Jorgensen will oversee the rollout of AI capabilities across the firm’s multi-affiliate asset management business and lead the development of a unified AI strategy, focusing on productivity initiatives while maintaining risk management and governance standards.
He previously spent 12 years as director of research at Global Evolution Asset Management, a Generali Investments affiliate, where he led the integration of AI techniques into the investment process. He has also held senior roles at the World Bank and chaired the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment advisory committee on ESG in credit ratings.
Woody Bradford, CEO and general manager of Generali Investments, said: “The exponential acceleration of artificial intelligence is set to profoundly reshape the investment management industry, and we are embracing this transformation. We are elevating the development of AI capabilities to a strategic priority across our platform, with the ambition to build a robust AI foundation that enhances investment outcomes, operational efficiency, and client service”.
Ole Jorgensen, chief AI officer of Generali Investments, said: “Our vision is to embed a shared, synergetic AI approach across our global platform, where technology amplifies human capabilities and cross‑affiliate collaboration drives productivity, performance, and competitive advantage. With the active contribution of our people, we aim to position Generali Investments as a unified, high‑performing organization that is agile and ready to thrive in an AI‑driven future”.
