Family Offices in Billund

KIRKBI is a Danish holding and investment company wholly owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family, the founders of the LEGO Group. The firm's overarching purpose is to build a better future for children worldwide. To achieve this, KIRKBI develops and owns businesses across three core areas: tackling global climate change, shaping children's education, and delivering the global LEGO® brand vision. Beyond its direct business ownership, KIRKBI also manages a substantial portfolio of financial investments, ensuring the long-term financial stability and safeguarding of the family's ownership for future generations.The roots of KIRKBI trace back to 1932 when Ole Kirk Kristiansen, the family patriarch, began crafting wooden toys in his carpentry workshop in Billund, Denmark, laying the foundation for what would become the LEGO Group. Guided by the family's dedication and entrepreneurial spirit, KIRKBI maintains a long-term perspective in its engagements, aiming to make a lasting difference. The firm's financial strength, evidenced by 189 billion DKK in total assets in 2025, allows it to pursue meaningful and lasting change for children and the planet.KIRKBI's investment activities span various asset classes, including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and impact investments. The firm actively invests in companies aligned with its strategic business areas, such as renewable energy developers like Adapture Renewables Inc. in the US, and has a notable stake in Epic Games, reflecting an interest in digital entertainment and gaming. Their financial investment portfolio alone reached 81 billion DKK by the end of 2025, demonstrating a diversified approach to capital deployment.Headquartered in Billund, Denmark, with additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Baar, Switzerland, KIRKBI employs a team of over 200 professionals. The firm is led by a Leadership Team, including CEO Søren Thorup Sørensen, and a Board of Directors chaired by the Kirk Kristiansen family. The team's expertise covers various domains, from investment management and climate initiatives to legal and educational development, all working towards the shared vision of supporting the Kirk Kristiansen family's legacy and impact.