Maria Heickendorff

Maria Heickendorff is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic management, investment, and public policy. Currently a Partner at Den Sociale Kapitalfond since March 2023, Maria focuses on driving business growth and addressing social issues through investments in Scandinavian SMEs. Maria holds positions as Investment Director at Behandlingstederne Langebjerggaard and Chair of the Board at Hotel GUESTapart since May 2020, also serving as a board member for AuroDerm. Previously, Maria led the PFA Portfolio Management Office and provided strategic support to the COO at PFA, Denmark's largest commercial pension company. Their career includes significant roles in government, such as Head of Division at Skatteministeriet and Senior Advisor in the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Interior. Maria possesses a strong academic background with multiple degrees in Political Science and Project Management from reputable institutions, including Aarhus University and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.