💡 Idékapital is a VC investing in rapidly growing Nordic and UK B2B technology companies. We provide growth equity, strategic advice and scale-up support for entrepreneurs seeking to build global market leaders within their niche. What we look for:We are industry agnostic, but only invest in B2B business models. We look for aspiring Nordic and UK software and tech companies with inherent global potential, scalable business model and talented management.How we work with our… Show more 💡 Idékapital is a VC investing in rapidly growing Nordic and UK B2B technology companies. We provide growth equity, strategic advice and scale-up support for entrepreneurs seeking to build global market leaders within their niche. What we look for:We are industry agnostic, but only invest in B2B business models. We look for aspiring Nordic and UK software and tech companies with inherent global potential, scalable business model and talented management.How we work with our companies:Fast-growing software companies face a variety of challenges and opportunities. A successful market penetration is dependent on a patient and strategic partner to help them transform from a potential star into a market leader. In our role as a steady and strategic co-pilot, we help our portfolio companies manage and accelerate their growth by assessing opportunities, avoiding risks, and preparing to scale their business models. Show less

Intentional career break to pursue passion for traveling and skiing, spending time with family and friends, and for reflection and personal development.

Amundsen’s take on outdoor is not like the others. We are as adventurous as any, and our sportswear can allow you to conquer the highest mountains in the harshest conditions. But we believe that being an “outdoor brand” is not all about being extreme and pushing the limits. It’s also about having fun and enjoying nature as one big playground.With timeless sportswear of real quality, we take our products seriously but not ourselves too seriously. We never lose our sense of wonder, and… Show more Amundsen’s take on outdoor is not like the others. We are as adventurous as any, and our sportswear can allow you to conquer the highest mountains in the harshest conditions. But we believe that being an “outdoor brand” is not all about being extreme and pushing the limits. It’s also about having fun and enjoying nature as one big playground.With timeless sportswear of real quality, we take our products seriously but not ourselves too seriously. We never lose our sense of wonder, and never forget that nature is best enjoyed in the company of good friends whom one can share a good laugh with.Play Well Show less

Part of the investment team of 15 in Ferd Capital with 10 private and 5 public companies in the portfolio valued at ~24 bNOK (2020) Key responsibilities in brief: - Identify, evaluate and execute attractive investment opportunities- Value improvement and active ownership of portfolio companies- Observer of the Board for Brav, Fjord Line and Norkart- Board member of Motitech (Ferd Social Entrepreneurs)- Leading industry group Tourism and Energy & Maritime-… Show more Part of the investment team of 15 in Ferd Capital with 10 private and 5 public companies in the portfolio valued at ~24 bNOK (2020) Key responsibilities in brief: - Identify, evaluate and execute attractive investment opportunities- Value improvement and active ownership of portfolio companies- Observer of the Board for Brav, Fjord Line and Norkart- Board member of Motitech (Ferd Social Entrepreneurs)- Leading industry group Tourism and Energy & Maritime- Co-responsible for Sustainability in investment and ownership approach Show less

Brav is an international house of brands in the sporting goods industry and the home of the brands Swix, Lundhags, Ulvang, Helsport, Toko and Original Teamwear. The group has a revenue of ~1,2 bNOK and EBITDA of ~40 mNOK (2019) across the main markets of Norway, Sweden, Germany, USA, Finland, Japan and Russia. Worked side-by-side with interim CEO with shared responsibility for managing and developing the company with main focus on realizing profitable growth through professionalizing… Show more Brav is an international house of brands in the sporting goods industry and the home of the brands Swix, Lundhags, Ulvang, Helsport, Toko and Original Teamwear. The group has a revenue of ~1,2 bNOK and EBITDA of ~40 mNOK (2019) across the main markets of Norway, Sweden, Germany, USA, Finland, Japan and Russia. Worked side-by-side with interim CEO with shared responsibility for managing and developing the company with main focus on realizing profitable growth through professionalizing B2B/B2C sales and distribution strategy, profitability and working capital improvements, organizational and process innovation (especially within supply chain, finance and digital), overseeing strategic and operational projects and improving internal communications in an increasingly global company. ​ Show less

Fjord Line is a leading cruise ferry operator transporting over 1,4 million passengers annually on its 4 routes between Norway, Denmark and Sweden. The company has a revenue of ~1,5 bNOK and EBITDA of ~340 mNOK (2018) Key responsibilities:- Initiate and drive strategic, commercial and operational projects- Provide decision support for CEO, management and Board of Directors- A few examples: Drive professionalization and fact-based approach in each function, organizational… Show more Fjord Line is a leading cruise ferry operator transporting over 1,4 million passengers annually on its 4 routes between Norway, Denmark and Sweden. The company has a revenue of ~1,5 bNOK and EBITDA of ~340 mNOK (2018) Key responsibilities:- Initiate and drive strategic, commercial and operational projects- Provide decision support for CEO, management and Board of Directors- A few examples: Drive professionalization and fact-based approach in each function, organizational development and improve cross-functional cooperation, investment analysis and decision support, loyalty club development and commercialize financial analyses, budgeting and business review processes Show less

Harding, now part of Palfinger Marine, is the global market leader of marine life-saving systems with 24 offices, 4 production sites and 900 employees worldwide. Harding Safety AS was formed through the acquisition of Schat-Harding and Noreq by Herkules Capital in June 2013. Key responsibilities: - Business development initiatives and decision-making support to CEO, global management and Board of Directors- Responsible for group strategy development and implementation-… Show more Harding, now part of Palfinger Marine, is the global market leader of marine life-saving systems with 24 offices, 4 production sites and 900 employees worldwide. Harding Safety AS was formed through the acquisition of Schat-Harding and Noreq by Herkules Capital in June 2013. Key responsibilities: - Business development initiatives and decision-making support to CEO, global management and Board of Directors- Responsible for group strategy development and implementation- Internal improvement programs- Organizational development of the global matrix organization- Development and implementation of business tools for all functions- Internal commercial advisor in sales process when Harding was sold to Palfinger in 2016- Project manager in integration and development program between Harding and Palfinger Show less

Project manager and management consultant. Arkwright is a corporate development firm solving complex problems for leading companies mainly in the Oil and Gas Industry, Private Equity and Retail. The focus lies primarily within corporate strategy and business development, performance improvement and M&A advisory. Arkwright supports senior managers in building a basis for confident decision-making and advisory on how to address future development challenges through a fact based… Show more Project manager and management consultant. Arkwright is a corporate development firm solving complex problems for leading companies mainly in the Oil and Gas Industry, Private Equity and Retail. The focus lies primarily within corporate strategy and business development, performance improvement and M&A advisory. Arkwright supports senior managers in building a basis for confident decision-making and advisory on how to address future development challenges through a fact based and analytical approach combined with profound industry knowledge.Main experience:- Business strategy development and processes- Commercial Due Diligence- Operational improvements and integration processes- Financial modeling: Market estimation and forecasting, internal company analysis, performance improvements - Market analysis: Current market environment, future challenges, company position, competitive landscape and customer perspectives Show less