Jeffrey H Hansen

Bio

Mr Hansen is a partner at JHP and has been with the firm since 2003. He combines a background in investing and operations in consumer-related industries, and is currently serving as CEO of Frette Srl, the Italian-based manufacturer and marketer of high-end linens and home products. Mr Hansen has been focused mostly on the premium and luxury sector for JHP and has worked closely with several former and existing partner companies, including Design Within Reach (NASDAQ: DWRI), Kate Somerville, Country Home Products, Jurlique, GoSmile and Chefs Catalog. Prior to his experience at Frette, Mr Hansen worked in a similar capacity in Italy at La Perla Srl. He managed the restructuring and turnaround of the company, which specializes in luxury lingerie and beachwear, following its acquisition by JHP in 2007. Mr Hansen currently serves on the boards of Frette, La Perla and Kate Somerville. Prior to joining JHP, Mr Hansen worked in a startup role at the consumer products and technology company, E-Offering, which leveraged the Internet to deliver investment research and products to consumers online. The company was acquired by WitSoundview in 2000 (formerly NASDAQ: SNDV). Previously, Mr Hansen worked in private equity at Burr, Egan, Deleage & Co, focusing on investments in the areas of media and communications. Mr Hansen began his career as an investment banking analyst for Salomon Brothers Inc in New York. Mr Hansen received an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA with distinction from the University of Virginia. He is currently a member of the Northern California Chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization, Fondazione di Altagamma and The Olympic Club.