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Katharina Andresen

CEO, Ferd AS
NORWAY
Real-Time Net Worth
$2.465B
Estimated based on Ferd AS stock value as of March 6, 2026
0% (24h)
Age
30
Source
Investments
Industry
diversified
Citizenship
NORWAY

Biography

Katharina Andresen, born in Norway on May 21, 1995, is a Norwegian heiress and businesswoman. Her source of wealth is primarily investments through the family-owned investment company Ferd AS. She inherited 42.2% of Ferd AS from her father in 2007. Katharina has held a board member position in Ferd since 2023 and is a sixth-generation owner. She is known for her interest in LGBTQ+ rights and sustainability. As of early April 2024, her estimated net worth is $1.7 billion.

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In-Depth Profile

Early Life

Katharina Gamlemshaug Andresen was born on May 21, 1995, in Norway. She is the daughter of Johan H. Andresen Jr., the owner of Ferd AS, a privately held investment company. Katharina has two siblings, Alexandra and Carl Otto. Her family has a prominent business background, tracing back to Johan Henrik Andresen, who founded Tiedemanns tobacco company in 1849.

Rise to Success

In 2007, Katharina and her sister Alexandra inherited a 42.2% ownership stake each in Ferd AS from their father. This inheritance made them among the youngest billionaires in the world. In 2020, Katharina was the world's third-youngest billionaire, with a net worth of $1.1 billion.

Key Business Strategies

Katharina is a board member of Ferd, the family investment company. Ferd AS has a diverse portfolio of investments, including stakes in companies such as Orkla, Schibsted, and Storebrand.

Philanthropy

Katharina is passionate about equality, diversity and LGBTQ+ rights. She is also an advisor for Oslo Pride.

Career Milestones

2007

Inherited Ownership of Ferd AS

Katharina and her sister Alexandra each inherited a 42.2% ownership stake in Ferd AS from their father, Johan H. Andresen Jr.

2018

Intern at Ernst & Young

Worked as an intern at Ernst & Young in Oslo, focusing on family business and women in business.

2023

Board Member of Ferd

Became a board member of Ferd AS.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

LGBTQ+ Rights

Oslo Pride Advisor

Undisclosed

Advisor for Oslo Pride

Business Philosophy & Leadership

Notable Quotes

"In a way, I think I have not deserved this. At the same time, I want to help develop Ferd and make it even better."

Controversies & Challenges

2017

Drunken Driving

Fined 250,000kr (US$27,000) and received a 13-month driving prohibition for drunken driving.

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