Dirk Lienemann

Dirk Lienemann, CFA, is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in private equity, investments, and corporate finance. Currently serving as Managing Director at Future Standard since July 2025, Dirk co-heads Primaries Europe and Business Development for Continental Europe while also being an equity partner. Dirk has held board membership roles at Portfolio Advisors ICAV and PA Master Access Fund since 2022 and 2021, respectively. Previously, Dirk was a Managing Director at Portfolio Advisors, LLC until July 2025, focusing on European private market investments. Notable prior positions include Head of Private Equity Europe at Mercer and various leadership roles at SCM Strategic Capital Management AG, where responsibilities encompassed investment management and due diligence in private equity, real estate, and infrastructure funds. Dirk's early career included significant roles at Sal. Oppenheim and EY, as well as foundational experience at Arthur Andersen. Dirk holds a Master's degree in Business Administration & Economics from the University of St.Gallen, complemented by studies at Copenhagen Business School.