Lars L. Email & Phone Number

Malmö, Se

Aarhus, Middle Jutland, Denmark

OverviewWith over 30 years at JS World Media A/S, I’ve developed expertise in sales leadership, operations, and team development across Europe. As Group Director, I now oversee sales strategies and special projects driving company growth.Key Roles & AchievementsGroup Director – Sales & Special ProjectsLed sales in Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Spain.Developed strategic sales initiatives, rolled out digital products, and drove growth.Country Manager, JS España (Spain, 2015–2018)Oversaw operations, enhanced regional performance, and mentored successor.Achieved key milestones, strengthening the company’s presence.Country Manager, JS Nederland (Netherlands, 2011–2018)Grew the team from 5 to 25, achieving ambitious business goals.Fostered a collaborative, high-performance culture.Country Manager, JS Suomi (Finland, 2006–2011)Launched JS Suomi, growing it to 22 employees and exceeding annual goals.Developed a leadership pipeline to ensure continuity.Managing Director, Staus Film (Sweden, 2007–2009)Founded subsidiary in Sweden, surpassing startup targets with a team of 12.Country Manager, JS Sverige (Sweden, 1998–2009)Establish JS Sverige on-site, personallyIntroduced an early "electronic brochure" and grew the team to 40.Consistently met or exceeded company goals.Managing Director, JS Gruppen Norge (Norway, 2004–2005)Launched operations in Oslo, leading a merger to expand market reach.Advertisement Manager, JS Gruppen AS (Denmark, 1994–1998)Established and led the company’s first advertising team, setting performance standards.SkillsTraining & Development: Built training programs to boost team effectiveness.Strategic Innovation: Introduced digital marketing tools for customer engagement.Leadership: Proven team growth and successful market expansions across regions

Spain

Assumed the role of Country Manager at JS España in March 2015, with a focus on ensuring operational efficiency and identifying and mentoring my successor throughout the transition.Relocated to Spain to effectively oversee operations and drive performance during this critical period.Achieved significant milestones and operational improvements over the course of 3 years and 5 months, enhancing the company’s presence and success in the region

Amsterdam

Took over as Country Manager of JS Nederland in August 2011, initially leading a team of 5 and successfully growing it to 25 dedicated and committed professionals.Fostered a culture of collaboration and excellence, resulting in significant achievements and the attainment of ambitious goals.Served in this role for seven years, from August 2011 to July 2018,

Finland

Launched JS Suomi from the ground up, initially operating out of the Swedish office before establishing an on-site presence in Helsinki.Grew the company from zero to 22 employees, significantly enhancing our workforce and capabilities.Hired, trained, and developed my successor, ensuring a smooth transition and strong leadership for the future.Consistently surpassed annual company goals, driving success and performance across both locations while providing training and support to enhance overall team effectiveness

Sweden

Founded and led Swedish Staus Film as a startup subsidiary focused on producing company films, operating independently from the main organization.Established the on-site branch in Sweden, successfully growing it into a thriving operation with a team of 12, consistently surpassing initial startup goals.Served as Managing Director from January 2007 to July 2009, achieving substantial growth

Malmö

Relocated to Sweden to establish JS Sverige on-site, personally handling the majority of operations in the first year.Served as Country Manager from April 1998 to April 2009, overseeing the company's growth from a startup to a thriving team of 40 employees in Malmö.Led recruitment, training, and development efforts, including preparing a strong successor to ensure continuity.Consistently exceeded company goals each year, driving sustained growth and operational success for over a decade.Introduced the concept of an "electronic brochure," a groundbreaking innovation at the time, and likely one of the first digital solutions of its kind worldwide.Led the development and successful rollout of the electronic brochure across all markets, setting a new standard in digital marketing and customer outreach.This innovation strengthened our competitive position, modernizing our product offerings and greatly enhancing client engagement.

Oslo Area, Norway

Served as Managing Director of JS Gruppen Norge from April 2004 to November 2005, successfully launching JS Norge and establishing operations from the ground up while simultaneously leading JS Sverige.Grew the company from zero to operational status in Sweden and later expanded to an on-site office in Oslo with 20 people.Exceeded company goals and expectations during the startup phase, driving early success and establishing a strong market presence.Led a strategic merger with a local competitor, enhancing our capabilities and market reach, before transitioning leadership to local management for continued growth.

Århus

Established and led the company’s first dedicated advertising team, laying the foundation for long-term success.On boarding and development of new hires, providing comprehensive training and mentoring my successor.Consistently exceeded annual company goals, driving measurable growth and setting new performance standards.