Abler Nordic appoints new CEO
Abler Nordic today announced the appointment of Marlene Hormes as its new CEO.
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Abler Nordic today announced the appointment of Marlene Hormes as its new CEO, succeeding Arthur Sletteberg, who has led the organisation for more than a decade.
Hormes brings over 25 years of international investment and leadership experience across private equity and debt investments, with a strong track record of scaling organisations, mobilising capital, and delivering measurable social impact alongside sustainable financial returns.
“Marlene is an accomplished leader with the strategic vision and execution capability to guide Abler Nordic into its next phase of growth,” says Anders Misund, chair of the board. “She brings deep investment expertise and a strong track record across emerging markets, and is well positioned to build on Abler Nordic’s foundation, strengthen its global position, and advance our mission of expanding financial inclusion while generating sustainable returns for our investors.”
Throughout her career, Hormes has held senior executive and investment leadership roles at global impact and financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, DEG, and WaterEquity, where she most recently served as chief investment officer. She has led international teams across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
“I am honored to join Abler Nordic as CEO. The organisation has built a strong platform over nearly two decades, and I am excited to work with the board and team to expand our reach in key markets, drive sustainable returns, and strengthen our position as a trusted partner for both investees and investors committed to impact,” says Hormes.
Since its establishment in 2008, Abler Nordic has mobilised $470 million to invest in financial institutions across sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, helping empower nearly 14 million people with access to financial services.
With its roots in microfinance, Abler Nordic has evolved to invest across a broader range of financial services, including affordable housing and small business finance, while maintaining a strong focus on low-income households.
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