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Jørgen Vig Knudstorp was born on 21 November, 1968 in Fredericia, Denmark, is a Danish businessman. Discover Jørgen Vig Knudstorp's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 55 years old?

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Occupation Businessman, business executive, consultant
Age 55 years old
Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Born 21 November, 1968
Birthday 21 November
Birthplace Fredericia, Denmark
Nationality Denmark

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Jørgen Vig Knudstorp Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jørgen Vig Knudstorp worth at the age of 55 years old? Jørgen Vig Knudstorp’s income source is mostly from being a successful businessman. He is from Denmark. We have estimated Jørgen Vig Knudstorp's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1968

Jørgen Vig Knudstorp (born 21 November 1968) is a Danish businessman who is the current executive chairman of The Lego Group.

Knudstorp was born in 1968, grew up in Fredericia, and graduated from Fredericia Gymnasium before attending Aarhus University.

1973

He was the second person from outside the family of Ole Kirk Christiansen to lead the company (the first one being Vagn Holck Andersen between 1973 and 1979), and is widely credited with turning it around from failure.

1995

After obtaining his undergraduate degree in economics, Knudstorp began an academic career as a researcher at his alma mater as well as obtaining a master's degree (1995) and a PhD (1998) in Economics from Aarhus University.

1998

He stayed in academia, but worked as a business consultant from 1998 to 2000.

2001

Jørgen Vig Knudstorp joined the LEGO Group in 2001 after working as a McKinsey & Company consultant

and university researcher at Aarhus University.

2004

He succeeded Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen as president and CEO of the company in October 2004, holding the position for over 12 years until January 2017, when he stepped down to become executive chairman.

In 2004, he was selected as the company's next leader.

Under Knudstorp's tenure, LEGO's yearly income went from a loss to drawing a notable profit.

2016

In 2016, the company experienced a 600% increase in turnover, from 6.3 billion to 37.9 billion.

In December 2016, it was announced that Knudstorp would step down as CEO of LEGO, and instead take the position of chairman of the group.

He was succeeded by Bali Padda.

2017

In January 2017, Starbucks nominated Knudstorp to its board of directors.