Pieter's combination of experience and extensive network at Rabobank, Robeco, and BlackRock will support argan.ai’s goal of surpassing +$1 billion AUM with the “Macro Machines meet Warren Buffett” strategy. 

In his role, Pieter will provide strategic guidance to strengthen Argan's market intelligence and industry expertise.

“We are thrilled to welcome Pieter to Argan. His three decades of experience across Rabobank, Robeco, and BlackRock bring a great combination of institutional insight and trusted client relationships. Through Pieter, we have already built strong relationships with some of our most pivotal investors. Pieter's ability to navigate the evolving needs of investors while maintaining a clear strategic vision is what makes him unique. His expertise will be instrumental as we scale up and safeguard our focus on tight-knit partnerships with investors that have put their trust in us.”

Reza Kahali, CEO of argan.ai

"Argan is unique in its way of making investment strategies of institutional quality accessible to a broader range of investors. And I've seen many institutional-grade products, having worked across global institutions. I believe transparency and trust are foundational to building enduring partnerships. Argan's differentiated strategy and strong investor-first ethos position it for meaningful impact, and I look forward to contributing to its next phase of growth."

Pieter Dekkers, partnerships and investor relations