Over twenty-five years international experience in driving business in highly competitive technology- and industrial markets. Extensive global experience in leading high performance commercial teams and organizations at multinational industry leaders. Strong background in B2B environment and sales of capital intensive products and software, international scope and work environment, business development through direct- and indirect sales channels, experience in leading sales transformations and customer engagement programs.Key Competencies / Characteristics:* Strong understanding of organization design and processes * Cultural awareness (extensive exposure to EMEA and ASIA territories)* Typical team player; hands on and getting satisfaction in case the team performs well. * Planning and organization; creating focus and setting clear objectives* Customer orientation; likes to create an environment that offers the best value proposition for the clients, taking a holistic approach* Results orientation through strong operation management, driving sales by optimizing processes and creating focus on key performance indicators* Innovative thinking, likes moving away from conventional ways of doing business, always looking for differentiators and likes to challenge status quo* Coaching & development; likes to act as a facilitator for the team, building a network, managing the numbers but looking for commitment on the strategy