Early Life and Education
Caspar Callerström was born in 1973. He pursued higher education at the Stockholm School of Economics, earning a Master of Economics degree. His studies included majors in Financial Economics and International Business.
Rise to Success
Callerström's career is deeply rooted in the financial services sector. He joined EQT in 1996, a Swedish investment company known for its significant investments in private equity, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure. He became a Partner at EQT in 2004, a pivotal moment in his career. From 2007 to 2013, Callerström led EQT Equity in Stockholm, further solidifying his leadership within the firm. From 2016 to 2022, he served as Group Deputy CEO and COO, contributing significantly to EQT's strategic direction and operational efficiency.
Key Business Strategies
As a Partner and former COO and Deputy CEO at EQT, Callerström has been instrumental in driving the firm's strategic initiatives and investment decisions. EQT, under his leadership, has focused on a diversified investment approach, spanning private equity, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure, contributing to the firm's growth and success. In March 2025, Callerström, along with Thomas von Koch, acquired Nordstjernan Growth, a subsidiary of the Swedish investment firm Nordstjernan, to further develop tech companies with a focus on growth and international expansion.
Philanthropy
While specific details about Callerström's philanthropic endeavors are not readily available, his involvement as a founding member of a group supporting the Swedish football club Djurgårdens IF indicates a commitment to community and local initiatives.
