Mikael Forslind

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Educational Manager and Project Manager @ IHM Business School
Gothenburg, SE
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Greater Gothenburg Metropolitan Area, Sweden
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About Mikael Forslind

Creative, versatile and all-around happy fellow with a big interest for computers and people. I’ve launched over +15 games during a decade long career in the gaming industry in varied roles such as Creative Director, Marketing Manager and CEO. Right now I'm exploring new opportunities both in the world of gaming and outside, reach out if you want to talk.I have a background in sales, marketing and management. I was a store manager for a few years before I started working in the gaming industry. I’ve also done some non-profit work, I successfully organized Scandinavia’s largest retro game convention for two years. Turning it into one of the bigger events in Gothenburg. Specialties: Creativity, Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Games Industry.

Mikael Forslind's Current Company Details
IHM Business School

Ihm Business School

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Educational Manager and Project Manager
Gothenburg, SE
Website:
ihm.se
Employees:
848
Mikael Forslind Work Experience Details
  • Ihm Business School
    Educational Manager And Project Manager
    Ihm Business School
    Gothenburg, Se
  • Ihm Business School
    Educational Leader
    Ihm Business School Oct 2024 - Present
    Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden
    Passion for people, business & learning!Educational Leader for various Higher Vocational Educational programmes
  • Elden Pixels
    Ceo, Co-Founder And Game Designer
    Elden Pixels Sep 2016 - Present
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Elden Pixels is an indie game developer that was founded in 2016 by a group of industry professionals that got together to make a game. The successful release of Alwa’s Awakening which was self-published led to us to being recognized as just not a small developer but one of the more interesting upcoming indie studios right now.As a CEO and Game Designer my job includes a lot of different tasks. First and foremost I take care of the day-to-day business and making sure everyone at the office has everything they need to to their work. I handle stuff like legal, staff, economy and marketing while still trying to find some time do properly design games.
  • Zoink Games
    Pr & Marketing Manager
    Zoink Games Apr 2015 - Feb 2018
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Zoink is an award-winning, creative content and game developer located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Focused on character and storytelling, Zoink’s team of artists, designers, animators, and programmers work across all forms of media to deliver high-production mobile, desktop and console games. As a PR & Marketing Manager I was primarily responsible for all marketing and digital communications of all games as well as developing the Zoink brand. Did all publishing work for Zoink for a number of titles, which included working closely with Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony. Besides marketing and publishing I was also the Office Manager which meant I was responsible for all purchases, digital licenses and all the inventory in the office.
  • Image & Form International Ab
    Pr & Marketing Manager
    Image & Form International Ab Jun 2014 - Mar 2015
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Image & Form is a game developer based in Gothenburg, Sweden. We develop games for a number of platforms. Historically we have developed 25+ award-winning PC/Mac edutainment titles for Scandinavian publishers. We have since moved on and our latest release was platformer SteamWorld Dig that was released for 3DS, PlayStation and PC/Mac/Linux.As a PR & Marketing Manager I’m responsible for the marketing of all our IP:s. Work tasks include developing marketing strategies, monitoring and maintaining social media, development of all Image & Form web pages, communicating with target audiences and press.
  • Retrospelsmässan
    Project Manager
    Retrospelsmässan May 2012 - May 2014
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Successfully planned and organized Retrospelsmässan (www.retrospelsmassan.se) for two years. It’s the largest retro game convention in Scandinavia and grew from 1800 visitors to almost 4000 visitors a year during my time. Together with a few more people we planned the entire event from start to finish. My main responsibilities were Project Manager, Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Ticket computer system and the website.
  • Image & Form International Ab
    Pr & Marketing Intern
    Image & Form International Ab Dec 2013 - Apr 2014
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Working close with the CEO and project manager to expand knowledge about current IPs SteamWorld Dig and Anthill. Responsible for PR and Marketing strategies. Also in charge of implementation of new web page and Social Media.
  • Coffee Stain Studios Ab
    Marketing Intern
    Coffee Stain Studios Ab Feb 2013 - May 2013
    Skövde, Sweden
    Coffee Stain Studios develop and maintain game brands built on innovative game play and concepts. The company was founded in 2010 and has since then had a big success with its first FPS-TD pioneering title Sanctum which has by now sold over 600 000 units, and was one of the most successful titles of 2011. 

Now focus is being put on the future and Coffee Stain Studios is aiming high. The ambition is to grow and become one of the leading developers in the European region.As a Marketing Intern my responsibilities was to help out with the marketing of current games Sanctum 2 and Super Sanctum TD.
  • Hemmakväll Ab
    Retail Store Manager
    Hemmakväll Ab Sep 2007 - Sep 2012
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Solely responsible for a Hemmakväll-store and all operations including recruitment and training of staff, purchasing and sales statistics of products. Responsible for ensuring a high standard of customer service and presentation of the store. Analysing sales records and maintaining a profitable store with correct stock and motivated employees.
  • Marilyn Video
    Store Salesman & It-System Manager
    Marilyn Video 2000 - 2007
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Work tasks included rental and returning of movies, restocking store, handling money etc. I also initiated a change of the computer system and become solely responsible for all purchases, installation and setting up of the system.
  • Skivhuset
    Store Salesman
    Skivhuset 2000 - 2001
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Worked in a store selling CDs. Opened and closed the store. Had full responsibility of the store when working alone.

Mikael Forslind Skills

Computer Games Gaming Industry Creativity Video Games Team Leadership Online Marketing Marketing Digital Marketing Digital Strategy Customer Relations Retail Digital Media Store Management Project Planning Sales B2b Marketing Strategy B2b Film Press Releases Public Relations Entertainment

Mikael Forslind Education Details

  • Ihm Business School
    Ihm Business School
    Sales & Marketing
  • Lindholmens Gymnasium
    Lindholmens Gymnasium
    Electronics/Computers

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