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Jesper Nielsen leads Boston Consulting Group’s Social Impact practice and the firm's business in M&A and post-merger integration in Western Europe, South America, and Africa. 

Jesper specializes in value creation strategy and M&A topics across the complete life cycle of the transaction, including divestitures and carve-out preparation, commercial buy- and sell-side due diligence, synergy assessment and postmerger integration, and day one planning. He also has significant experience in takeover defense. 

Jesper has been involved in more than 50 transactions and several large-scale PMIs. He has led a number of transformations and cost-reduction programs in sectors such as industrial products, consumer and retail, and health care.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • MBA, Copenhagen Business School and Kellogg School of Management
  • BS, Copenhagen Business School

Publications and Videos

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Investors Want to Know Your Sustainability Business Case

New BCG research uncovers the seven factors that distinguish sustainability announcements that create value from those that don’t.
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The Case for Private Equity Investments in Biodiversity

Private equity firms can play a critical role in relieving the biodiversity crisis. Investment opportunities abound—but so do the risks of inaction.
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How Investors Can Incorporate Carbon into Their Decision Making

More than 70% of leaders in private markets have high or very high expectations that they will earn a premium for a portfolio company that prioritizes decarbonization.
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Private Capital and the Climate Opportunity in Europe

The atmosphere for climate and sustainability investments in Europe is improving. Private equity and venture capital players need a strong strategy to seize this opportunity.
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The Voluntary Carbon Market Is Thriving

A global survey of climate and sustainability executives reveals that the demand for quality emissions credits continues to grow.
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Fixing the Great Disconnect in Sustainable Investing

Corporate leaders have a pivotal role in bridging the divide between institutional sustainability commitments and day-to-day investing practices.
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Why CFOs Should Lead the Sustainability Charge

Sustainability has become inseparable from financial success, making finance leaders key players. Only they can hardwire this new priority into steering and performance management.
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The 2022 M&A Report: The Winning Moves in Green Dealmaking

By applying the lessons learned from success stories, companies can use M&A and other transactions to accelerate their environmental transformations.
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The 2022 M&A Report: Green Deals Gain Steam

Environmentally focused M&A activity has heated up over the past few years, intensifying competition and driving up prices.
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Let Science Be the Guide for Net-Zero Targets

Unless companies’ climate targets align with the latest science, they won’t be sufficient. Leaders must embrace bold action internally, within their value chains, and beyond.
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The Next Generation of Climate Innovation

Companies can create business advantage and value while accelerating climate action.
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What’s New and Next for M&A in Africa

While M&A in Africa remains challenging, five positive trends can serve as a guide for bold and adaptable investors.
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