Just a few months after receiving the award for Best Private Bank in the Netherlands from Professional Wealth Management and The Banker, ING Private Banking has once again been recognized by Euromoney. This time, we received no less than two prestigious distinctions: Best Private Bank in the Netherlands and Best Alternative Investments in the Netherlands.
We spoke with Johan Kloeze, who has been responsible for ING Private Banking & Wealth Management in the Netherlands since September 2025. He discusses these new recognitions, the approach behind these successes, and what this means for our clients.
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Private Banking is no longer just about returns. “Wealth is about life choices, family, legacy, and social engagement,” says Kloeze. “We don’t just want to advise, we truly aim to understand what motivates our clients. That requires listening, empathy, and tailored solutions that evolve with every stage of life, actively involving the next generation as well.”
"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Private Banking for entrepreneurs and families"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"For Kloeze, the principle is clear: “Whether a client does business through Business Banking or manages their assets via Private Banking, the experience must be seamless. Our clients are often both entrepreneurs and wealthy individuals. They don’t think in terms of departments, but in terms of solutions. They want their bank to understand them, whether it’s about business financing or private wealth management. And that’s exactly what they can expect from ING: one experience, one strategy, one digital environment that feels intuitive.”
“Our clients want clarity, insight, and a team that thinks along with their goals, from growth to succession. That requires an integrated approach, and that’s what we fully focus on,” Kloeze continues. “With a dedicated team of specialists and services that adapt to the client’s ambitions, ING Private Banking offers a complete experience.”
"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Recognitions and achievements"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"In 2025, ING achieved the best returns in an independent comparative study of neutral management portfolios by the five largest Dutch private banks, as determined by Investment Officer. On top of that, we were awarded two Gouden Stier awards last year for ‘Best Investment Institution of the Year’ and ‘Best provider of Sustainable Investment Funds.’ These recognitions showcase the quality and expertise of ING. Kloeze adds, “To realize our ambitions internationally, we collaborate with the Global Investment Centre. In this way, ING combines its international investment power, enabling clients to rely on high-quality investment solutions and in-depth expertise.”
"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Remarkable growth"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"ING Private Banking is experiencing remarkable growth. This growth is not a goal in itself, but the result of how we support clients in achieving their ambitions. “Our clients are enterprising, curious, and future-oriented,” says Kloeze. “They consciously choose ING Private Banking because they want to move forward—with peace of mind, clarity, and impact.”
“In 2026, we will continue to pursue our ambition to be the leading private bank in the Netherlands. We are increasingly translating our Private Banking relationship model into digital channels, so clients experience clarity, convenience, and personal contact there as well.”
With a personal approach, smart investment solutions, and a strong digital client environment, we support clients in making choices that fit their lives, their goals, and what they value most.
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