Jerzy Kotkowski

Jerzy KotkowskiChief Investment Officer

Jerzy Kotkowski, aged 50, is a distinguished investment professional with over two decades of expertise in finance, investment management, and corporate governance. A graduate of the prestigious Warsaw School of Economics, Jerzy’s credentials include certifications as a Member of Supervisory Boards in State Treasury Companies (issued by the Polish Ministry of Treasury), and Certified Investment Advisor.

Jerzy’s career commenced in 1999 as a World Bank Representative in the Department of Capital Funds at the Ministry of Treasury, where he played a pivotal role in overseeing capital investment initiatives. In 2000, he transitioned to PKO BP, Poland’s largest state-owned bank, serving as an investment specialist, where he honed his expertise in financial management and strategic investments.
From 2002 to 2005, Jerzy advanced to the role of CFO at several portfolio companies under the National Investment Fund NFI Progres. His leadership and financial acumen were instrumental in driving the growth and profitability of these entities.
In 2009, Jerzy was appointed President of the Board of National Investment Fund Zachodni. During this tenure, he led the successful transformation of VIS Investycje, a key portfolio company. By re-zoning a non-operational brownfield factory from industrial to residential use, Jerzy facilitated its sale to JW Construction, one of Poland’s premier residential developers. This strategic move resulted in the development of Varsovia, a landmark residential project with a sales area of 125,000 m².
From 2012 to 2014, Jerzy served as a Board Member at subsidiary companies in PKP S.A. Group, Poland’s state-owned railway operator. In this capacity, he supervised the employee pension fund, which served approximately 400,000 participants. PKP S.A. is one of the country’s largest property managers, overseeing an extensive portfolio of land, buildings, and infrastructure, including electric and fiber networks.
Jerzy continued to make significant contributions to the real estate sector from 2014 to 2017 as CFO of Polnord, a leading Polish residential developer listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. Under his financial leadership, Polnord delivered a robust portfolio of residential projects across Poland, culminating in the sale of over 2,000 apartments. The company’s flagship development, Miasteczko Wilanów, earned the prestigious Global Award for Excellence from the Urban Land Institute.
From 2019 to 2021, Jerzy served as Chairman of the Supervisory Board at Rockbridge Investment Fund. Under his stewardship, Rockbridge developed highly attractive investment instruments, which resulted in the fund’s assets being valued over 1 billion EUR. Jerzy Kotkowski’s career is marked by his strategic vision, financial expertise, and exceptional leadership in both the real estate and investment sectors. His ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and deliver value-driven outcomes has earned him a reputation as a trusted leader and innovator in the industry.