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Copenhagen, Dk

Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark

Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark

Sparring partner and advisor to corporate clients supporting management in driving strategic priorities and turning strategies into operation and results.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

Reported to the CEO. Member of the senior management team.• Executed the corporate strategy (2015-2019) in collaboration with the senior management team and other key stakeholders. During the four-year period, revenue increased from DKK 605 million (2015) to DKK 1,026 million (2019), while the number of employees went up from 600 to 850.• Established a global strategy and corporate development function that effectively managed prioritization and implementation of complex and cross-functional strategic initiatives.• Led preparation and communication of Milestone’s annual mid-term plan, a rolling three-year strategy plan with targets and key business activities to be presented to Canon Inc.• Managed annual wheel activities such as strategy reviews, business planning, budget preparations and reporting to the Board and Canon Inc. • Introduced and implemented a more agile approach to corporate strategy planning in collaboration with external consultancy firm.Milestone Systems is a world-leading provider of professional video management software. Acquired by the Canon Group in 2014. Net revenue in 2019 amounted to DKK 1,026 million. Around 900 employees and offices and sales representatives in more than 25 countries.

Esbjerg, South Denmark, Denmark

Reported to the division SVP, Products & Technology• Prepared acquisition strategy, business and financial due diligence, and transformation plans working closely together with the SVP and the senior management team.• Provided required market intelligence to support the acquisition including analysis of industry, market, and competitors.Semco Maritime is an international technology company operating within the maritime and energy sectors. The Products & Technology Division delivers consulting and product solutions for the offshore oil, gas, and wind turbine industries. Annual revenue of DKK 2.3 billion in 2014.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

Reported to the division CEO of Cobham SATCOM. Member of the senior management team.• Prepared top management integration plans following Cobham’s acquisition of Thrane & Thrane A/S in June 2012. The plans ensured a successful transformation of the company.• Managed and executed all internal and external communication activities during the two-year transition period.• Led the annual update of SATCOM’s Strategic Growth Plan including presentation of the plan.• Analysed business areas, new business development opportunities and strategic issues. Provided strategies and recommendations to address such opportunities and issues.Cobham offers a range of technologies and services for defence, security and commercial environments. Acquired Thrane & Thrane A/S in 2012 and established a new business unit, Cobham SATCOM, that develops, manufactures, and sells satellite and radio communication solutions. Revenue of DKK 19 billion in 2014 and more than 11,000 employees.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

Reported to the CEO. Member of the senior management team.• Ensured effective communication with the company’s primary stakeholders and compliance with Danish and Nasdaq regulations for listed companies.• Established strong and trusted relationships with investors, analysts and media e.g. by providing ongoing advice to CEO and CFO on effective communication of the corporate strategy, financial performance and value proposition.• Assisted the Management Board during the acquisition of a Swedish-based manufacturer.• Developed and executed communication plans related to a re-organisation of the company.• Advised the Board of Directors and the Management Board on communication issues during the take-over of Thrane & Thrane A/S by Cobham plc. in 2012.Thrane & Thrane was a world-leading provider of solutions for global mobile communication based on advanced satellite and radio technologies. In 2012, the company had revenue of DKK 1.2 billion and around 700 employees. Listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

Reported to CEO. Member of the senior management team.• Headed all Investor Relations activities including interim and annual reports, company announcements and events, investor and analyst meetings, AGMs etc.• Led the Group Communications team including supervision of managers responsible for the company’s maritime, land mobile and aeronautical marketing activities.• Strengthened and ensured consistent company branding at investor, partner and HR-events.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

Reported to the CFO.• Managed the company’s successful IPO process in 2001. Assisted in preparing the prospectus as well as the organisation of investor/analyst meetings and presentations.• Established and managed an Investor Relations team that ensured effective communication to the company’s key stakeholders including investors, analysts, media and employees.• Assisted the Management Board during acquisitions of a US-based distributor, a Danish manufacturer of maritime radios, and a Norwegian competitor.• Served as a board member in the Danish Investor Relations Society (DIRF) 2004 – 2010.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

• Played an active role in establishing and developing a professional organisation for the Danish elite football players.• Represented players on the national football team in negotiations with the Danish Football Association.• Entered a number of partnership and sponsorship agreements to strengthen the players' organisation.Spillerforeningen – the Danish Football Players’ Association – represents elite football players in Denmark and Danish football players playing abroad. The organisation supports and provides advice within areas such as insurance issues, contract negotiations, pension schemes, and educational programs. It also assists former players entering new careers.

Graduate Diploma In Business Administration, International Business

Executive Finance Courses

Portfolio Analysis Mergers & Acquisitions - Valuation Corporate Finance

Master'S Degree, Sports Science & Business

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing & Management