Agnete Kirk Kristiansen Appointed Chair of the LEGO Foundation

BILLUND, DENMARK, May 13, 2026 – (ACN Newswire) –At the LEGO Foundation’s yearly conference, the Board of Directors chosen Agnete Kirk Kristiansen as Chair of the Board. As 4th generation member of the Kirk Kristiansen household, owners of the LEGO Group, she ends up being just the 5th Chair of the Foundation because it was established in 1986.

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Agnete Kirk Kristiansen has actually functioned as Deputy Chair of the LEGO Foundation given that 2023 and changes her sibling Thomas Kirk Kristiansen who steps down to presume the position of Deputy Chair. In addition to her function at the LEGO Foundation, Agnete Kirk Kristiansen likewise works as Deputy Chair of KIRKBI A/S, the family-owned holding and investment firm that owns 75% of the LEGO Group.

As rising Chair, Agnete Kirk Kristiansen highlighted the function of the LEGO Foundation in constructing a brighter tomorrow for kids worldwide:

• I am genuinely honored to enter the function as Chair of the LEGO Foundation and to continue our crucial work for kids. The structure holds a really unique location in our household and has actually done so since it was developed more than 40 years back. A deep sense of obligation to make a favorable distinction for kids goes through our household and I highly think that every kid must have the chance to prosper and grow. I am happy to add to this objective and assistance bring it forward.

The modification in chair occurs the year after Agnete entered the function as chair of non-profit structure Ole Kirk’s Fond. With the shift, the 4th generation of the owner household is widening its engagement and dedication to active ownership.

Coming Down Chair Thomas Kirk Kristiansen stated:

• It has actually been a benefit to chair the LEGO Foundation for the previous 10 years, and I am really pleased to now hand down the function to Agnete. She is deeply devoted to the LEGO Foundation objective, and I understand she will do her utmost to even more the reason for protecting a youth for all. Throughout her period as Deputy Chair, she has actually played an important part in forming the structure’s existing method and as she enters the function as Chair, we even more broaden the active ownership and engagement from the household throughout the LEGO community.

Thomas Kirk Kristiansen has actually worked as Chair of the LEGO Foundation considering that 2016 and because duration the structure has actually dedicated grants of more than DKK 15 billion (EUR 2 billion) through partner organisations around the world to enhance kids’s results.

• For 40 years, the LEGO Foundation has actually been concentrated on returning and developing a much better world for kids. We are really conscious of the trust households and neighborhoods location in us, and it is not an obligation we ignore. Even in the most difficult settings, the structure can assist put a smile on a kid’s face, raise students of all capabilities and alter life courses. We do so with the utmost level of sensitivity and obligation, stated Agnete Kirk Kristiansen.

In addition to securing the ongoing advancement and success of the LEGO Group as part-owner, the LEGO Foundation pursues its humanitarian objective to support efforts within education, research study, and kid advancement through financing of and close cooperation with organisations such as Brac, IRC, UNICEF, Save the Children, Norwegian Refugee Council and others.

More modifications to the LEGO Foundation BoardIn addition to Agnete and Thomas Kirk Kristiansen altering functions as Chair and Deputy Chair, the LEGO Foundation Board of Directors at its May conference likewise chose as member of the Board Ingrid Stange, who brings a wealth of experience in philanthropy, education and non-profit management. Even more, both Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, previous CEO of the LEGO Group, and El Hadji Amadou Gueye Sy (As), previous Secretary-General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, left the Board after 16 and 4 years of service respectively to the LEGO Foundation.

Thomas Kirk Kristiansen thanked the 2 leaving Board members for their enduring dedication to the structure:

• We look quite forward to inviting Ingrid, who brings extremely complementary competence to the board. At the exact same time, I thank As for bringing indispensable insights and experience to assist form our work.
• I would likewise like to extend my sincerest appreciation to Jørgen for his undeviating commitment to the structure. Throughout his comprehensive period, Jørgen has actually contributed in specifying our vision and method while never ever forgeting the kids we are here to serve.

Furthermore, Malou Aamund, who has actually served on the Board because 2021, entered the function of Second Deputy Chair of the Foundation.

Bio: Agnete Kirk Kristiansen

LEGO Foundation
2026 – Chair of the Board of Directors
2023 – 2026 Second Deputy Chair of the Board of Directors
From 2008 Member of the Board of Directors

KIRKBI A/S
2024 – Deputy Chair of the Board

Centre for ADHD+, Aarhus, Denmark
Creator

Ole Kirk’s Fond
2025 – Chair of the Board

Degree
Psychology, Aarhus University, 2010

Extra functions, present and previous:
Executive Manager, KIRK83 Holding ApS
Member of the Advisory Board, Ruca
Agent of the 4th generation of the LEGO owner household
Comprehensive experience in family-owned business, long-lasting stewardship and board work

LEGO Foundation Board of Directors
Agnete Kirk Kristiansen – Chair
Thomas Kirk Kristiansen – First Deputy Chair
Malou Aamund – Second Deputy Chair
Hilary Pennington – Member of the Board
Ingrid Stange – Member of the Board

LEGO Foundation Board of Directors Chairs
1986 – 1993: Gotfred Kirk Kristiansen (2nd-generation LEGO owner)
1993 – 2000: Bent Skov
2000 – 2016: Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen (3rd-generation LEGO owner)
2016 – 2026: Thomas Kirk Kristiansen (4th-generation LEGO owner)
2026 – Agnete Kirk Kristiansen (4th-generation LEGO owner)

About LEGO Fonden:

The LEGO Foundation is a Danish business structure turned over with 25 % ownership of the LEGO Group. The Foundation deals with partners worldwide to support kids’s requirements and promote the self-respect of youth. Through both humanitarian contributions and effect financial investments the Foundation exists to construct the conditions and produce the area for every single kid, all over, to grow and grow. More info about the LEGO Foundation can be discovered at: https://www.legofoundation.com/

Contact details:
Mads Hvitved Grand
mads.hvitved.grand@legofoundation.com

SOURCE:LEGO Fonden

Subject: Press release summary