Managing Director Apac
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Mar 2023 - Present
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Lars Myrup previously worked as Board Member at Dccc - Danish Chamber Of Commerce In China and Senior Vice President Stokke, GM APAC Region at Stokke. Lars Myrup holds Asia Discovery Program from Imd.
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About Lars Myrup
Asia based executive with a passion for driving growth for premium consumer brands in the region and globally. Resident in Asia for the past 25 years being responsible for world leading brands within their categories across all major APAC markets.Member of the global leadership team in STOKKE, driving a very successful high growth strategy based on our strong purpose led brand, digital transformation, organic innovation and M&A, but most importantly, driven by a truly passionate and engaged team.Previously responsible for significant business enterprise start-up, turnaround and expansion in China, Japan, Korea and Australia for European premium consumer brands.Creating and executing the initial market entry strategy for the Bang & Olufsen brand into the Chinese market, creating the foundation for the most important growth market for the group today.I have an entrepreneurial approach and a strong understanding of how to shape the right value creating solutions for companies, their partners and consumers. I have a strong capability to attract, develop and lead highly dedicated and passionate performers in multi-cultural and remote team settings across Asia. My passion lies in successfully driving and guiding great teams and individuals through the disruptive challenges we are facing in these years.Over the years I have built an extensive network in China and the rest of Asia. I am able to see the opportunities and unique strengths of foreign brands and operational models to scale their businesses through organic or M&A activities. I hold a strong ability to bridge the cultural challenges non-Asian brands and organizations often are facing on their journey to maximize their potential and value creation in the APAC region.
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Board Member
DCCC is a non-profit organization consisting of shoestring businesses to MNCs, individual and student members. Its aim is to provide networking and knowledge sharing opportunities for Danes and other nationalities relevant to Denmark and China.
Apr 2020 - Mar 2023
Senior Vice President Stokke, Gm Apac Region
On a journey, together with great teams, to make STOKKE the most relevant and trusted premium baby brand.Member of the 6 person global STOKKE executive team.
Mar 2020 - Oct 2022
Managing Director, Apac
Mar 2018 - Feb 2020
Commercial Director, Apac
Apr 2016 - Feb 2018
Senior Retail Executive
Advisory Roles And Management Consulting Roles.
Supporting European brands in establishing or accelerating their business in the APAC region. Based on 25 years of leadership experience and an extensive network, I advised and assisted the board or executive management on individual market entry or regional strategy reviews, primarily within the premium brand sector.
Feb 2012 - Jul 2016
Managing Director, Apac
The overall regional responsibility covering the Asian region incl. China, Japan, Korea, India and Australia Achievements and milestones:- Led first market entry into China, building and managing the brand and Go-to-market model from the ground up.- Initiated and executed the acquisition of the Bang & Olufsen Australian retail network from the partner, fully restructured it and integrating the direct retail operation into the corporate business structure.- Day-to-day retail management of the 16 direct owned and operated stores in Australia/NZ- Instrumental in the acquisition of the Bang & Olufsen retail operation in Hong Kong, as part of the Greater China entry strategy- Building and leading several multi-cultural organisations and remote teams across APAC. - Redefined the go-to-market model for Bang & Olufsen in South East Asia- Working with direct owned and operated retail stores, partner operated retail stores, SiS in department stores as well as multi-brand stores.- Established the regional head office for Bang & Olufsen's businesses in Asia in Singapore.
Feb 2003 - Jan 2012
President, Japan
Re-launching Bang & Olufsen in Japan. Negotiated to take back the brand from the distributor to a direct corporate setup. Establishing the wholly owned subsidiary for Bang & Olufsen in Japan including building a new team in Tokyo.Completely restructured the go-to-market strategy including the retail network in Japan as well as redefining the marketing strategy.
Nov 1999 - Jan 2003
Area Manager, Japan & South Korea
Feb 1997 - Oct 1999
Member
The Danish Management Society (VL) comprises top executives from Denmark’s business community. Our objects clause is worded as it was articulated by the founders of the Society on 8 April 1965:VL is committed to fostering and encouraging knowledge and understanding of modern leadership. Accordingly, VL aims to contribute to the financial success, social progress and general improvement of the conditions of our society.
Mar 2010 - Dec 2011
Business Analyst
Jul 1995 - Jan 1997
Business Analyst
Prepared executive decision support for the group management in Denmark
May 1991 - Nov 1994
General Manager
- Advised the Saudi owner on business strategy and business relationships with overseas companies.- Responsible for managing both project sales and day-to-day retail operation of 2 flagship stores in Jeddah and Riyadh respectively.- Led a team of 15 staff members of various European, Middle Eastern and Asian nationalities.- Steered the business through the first Gulf Crisis.- Performed product presentations for members of the Royal family in their residences- The top business families in the Kingdom were among the key customers. Experienced in negotiation directly with the family members as well as their trusted staff.- Gained an insight and understanding of the Saudi culture, during my 2 years stay.
Jan 1989 - Jan 1991
Bang & Olufsen Gmbh. Executive Assistant To The Managing Director
Aug 1987 - Dec 1989
Bang & Olufsen A/S, Management Trainee, Global Head Quarter, Denmark
Positions within global market analysis, global marketing and product management.
Aug 1984 - Jul 1987
3 education records
Lars Myrup education
Asia Discovery Program
Imd
Graduate Diploma In Business Administration (Hd-O), Organisation & Management
Aarhus University
Graduate Diploma In Business Administration (Hd-A), Marketing Management
Aarhus University
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Lars Myrup works for BLANCO.
What is Lars Myrup's role at BLANCO?
Lars Myrup is listed as Managing Director APAC at BLANCO.
Where is Lars Myrup based?
Lars Myrup is based in Singapore while working with BLANCO.
What companies has Lars Myrup worked for?
Lars Myrup has worked for Blanco, Dccc - Danish Chamber Of Commerce In China, Stokke, Advisory Roles And Management Consulting Roles., and Bang & Olufsen Asia Pte Ltd.
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Lars Myrup holds Asia Discovery Program from Imd.
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