Silje Vallestad Email & Phone Number

Riyadh, SA

Riyadh, SA

Lead Innovation & Technology in a confidential project.

Riyadh, SA

Innovation Advisor in a confidential project

5006, Vestlandet, NO

Connect is an innovation ecosystem developer in Norway delivering programs and events for entrepreneurs and investors. As a board member I oversee budgets, support with marketing, partnerships, programs and events.

Lysaker, -, NO

• As an Expert Advisor for The Research Council of Norway (RCN), I play a role in shaping the allocation of grants within the organization's grant programs. With RCN annually disbursing grants totaling 10.3 BNOK, my.
• Advising on the allocation of grants across various programs, including the StudENT program, which annually awards student-led startups with grants of NOK 1 million.
• Conducting thorough evaluations and assessments to ensure the alignment of grant recipients with program objectives and criteria.
• Providing strategic insights and recommendations to optimize the impact and effectiveness of grant allocations.
• Monitoring and evaluating the progress and outcomes of funded projects, facilitating continuous improvement and learning within the organization.Through my role as an Expert Advisor at RCN, I am dedicated to supporting.

Etterbeek, Brussels Region, BE

• Eureka has granted a total of 48.4 BEUR since it was founded, and as an Expert Advisor for Eureka's grant programs, I provide strategic guidance and insights to facilitate effective allocation of resources for.
• Reviewing assigned grant cases and evaluating their alignment with Eureka's mission and objectives.
• Providing expert advice and recommendations on grant allocation to optimize funding utilization and maximize impact.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure transparency, fairness, and efficiency in the grant allocation process.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of Eureka's grant programs through feedback and suggestions for enhancement.Through my role as an Expert Advisor, I play a part in driving innovation and economic growth by.

London, United Kingdom, GB

• As a distinguished member of The Academy for the Global Teacher Prize, facilitated by the Varkey Foundation, I play a crucial role in the selection process for the world's most exceptional educators, who demonstrate.
• Participating in the annual review and selection process to identify the most deserving candidate for the Global Teacher Prize.
• Collaborating with fellow Academy members to assess nominees based on their exemplary achievements, innovative approaches, and transformative impact in education.
• Evaluating candidates from diverse backgrounds and regions, ensuring a fair and equitable selection process that recognizes excellence on a global scale.
• Contributing insights and expertise to uphold the prestigious reputation of the Global Teacher Prize and its mission to celebrate and elevate the teaching profession worldwide.As a member of The Academy, I am honored.

Rådal, Hordaland, NO

• FutureTalks is a non-profit initiative dedicated to connecting global leaders across sectors, geographies, and generations in a personal community focused on finding creative and holistic solutions to the Sustainable.
• Orchestrated a one-day conference in Oslo featuring three stages and 74 speakers.
• Led a four-day Arctic expedition for 100 founding members, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Conceptualized and executed projects from ideation to realization, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Established strategic partnerships to enhance the initiative's impact and reach.
• Successfully raised funds to support operations.

Cologny, Geneva, CH

Appointed member of World Economic Forum’s Expert Network in the area of Entrepreneurship.

Cologny, Geneva, CH

Appointed member of World Economic Forum’s Expert Network in the area of Telecommunication.

Cologny, Geneva, CH

The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a unique, multistakeholder community of more than 900 exceptional young leaders. Bold, brave, action-oriented and entrepreneurial, these individuals commit both their time and talent to make the world a better place.

Cologny, Geneva, CH

• As the Founding Curator of the Palo Alto Global Shapers Hub, I was entrusted by the World Economic Forum to establish and lead a dynamic community of young leaders dedicated to driving positive change in Silicon.
• Selected and onboarded the inaugural cohort of members, fostering a diverse and impactful community of emerging leaders.
• Established robust processes and procedures to streamline hub operations and ensure effective project execution.
• Orchestrated regular meetings and events to facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective action among hub members.
• Provided regular reports and updates to the World Economic Forum, demonstrating the hub's progress and impact on local communities.
• Successfully transitioned leadership responsibilities to the next curator after one year, ensuring continuity and sustainability of the hub's mission.Through my role as Founding Curator, I played a pivotal role in.

Rådal, Hordaland, NO

• Rimfjord Capital serves as a seed investor in fast-scaling impact startups globally, while also providing strategic advisory services to private equity and venture funds on investment opportunities.Key Responsibilities:
• Conducting comprehensive due diligence on incoming investment opportunities to assess viability and alignment with investment objectives.
• Providing strategic guidance and support to portfolio companies, focusing on areas such as strategy development, fundraising, and identifying market opportunities for growth.
• Advising family offices and venture capital firms on potential investment opportunities, leveraging expertise in market analysis and investment evaluation.
• Developing investment strategies and mandates for family office venture arms to optimize returns and mitigate risk.Select Portfolio Companies:
• Desert Control (IPO)

Florø, Vestland, NO

• Evoy is dedicated to revolutionizing the boating industry by developing long-lasting Electric Boat Motors systems, driving the transition towards sustainable boating practices. As a member of the Advisory Board, I.
• Advising on fundraising strategies to support Evoy's growth and innovation initiatives.
• Cultivating strategic partnerships to enhance market penetration and brand positioning.
• Identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Providing strategic insights and recommendations to inform Evoy's overall business strategy and decision-making processes.As an Advisory Board member, I am committed to leveraging my expertise to contribute to Evoy's.

GB

• As the Director, Innovation at PwC, I spearheaded internal initiatives and client projects aimed at driving innovation and delivering strategic value. Based in Norway with a hybrid work model, I led diverse teams in.
• Developed innovation strategies for a large energy corporation
• Led the design and implementation of Google Design Sprints to accelerate problem-solving and foster creativity for client projects.
• Orchestrated high-impact events to facilitate knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration within the innovation ecosystem.
• Formulated partnership strategies to establish mutually beneficial collaborations and alliances with key stakeholders.
• Directed an internal innovation project focused on the development of a digital platform, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and client service delivery.

• As a Founding Partner at Acceler8., a leading boutique consultancy specializing in innovation strategy and venture building, I played a pivotal role in driving growth and transformation for clients spanning startups.
• Conducted comprehensive market research and developed strategic positioning for clients across various industries, driving informed decision-making and market penetration.
• Collaborated with clients to formulate and implement innovative strategies to foster growth, competitiveness, and sustainability.
• Led the design and development of new projects and companies, leveraging emerging technologies and market insights to create impactful solutions.
• Designed and facilitated seminars and workshops to foster knowledge exchange, skill development, and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Delivered keynote speeches at industry events, sharing insights and expertise on innovation, entrepreneurship, and venture building.Additionally, as the organizer of the Acceler8. Norway Game Changers Investor Summit.

Oslo, NO

SNÖ Ventures is a seed stage venture capital firm focused on empowering the next generation of Nordic tech superstars. We´re builders and entrepreneurs ourselves, with unique digital expertise, and we´re extremely passionate about the various aspects that make a startup succeed.

Planet 9 Capital is a San Francisco based early stage venture capital firm owned by the Norwegian Odfjell family with a 100 year history in shipping. Planet 9 invests early stage in the most promising emerging technology companies with the potential to become global leaders in their fields.

Oslo, NO

The Future Group AS has developed a social entertainment platform for TV, mobile devices and desktop that lets you play in and actually enter a fully-rendered 3D environment where the real and imagined worlds become one. The Future Group introduces a combined TV, gaming and product experience within a social context. A weekly prime-time game show debuting.

New York, NY, US

IADAS is an intellectually diverse organization that includes over 750 Executive Academy members such as musicians David Bowie and Beck, Martha Stewart, Virgin Group founder Richard Branson, Internet inventor and Google Chief Internet Evangelist Vinton Cerf, "Simpsons" creator Matt Groening, Real Networks CEO Rob Glaser, Huffington Post Founder Arianna.

Tønsberg, Vestfold Og Telemark, NO

bSafe was a spin-out of Bipper - the parental control solution for children's mobile phones. When we learnt that mothers were borrowing their children's Bipper phones when going out at night because of the safety alarm in that service, we decided to develop a safety solution targeting women. The company was set up in Palo Alto, Silicon Valley. The.

• As the Founder and CEO of Bipper Communication, I pioneered the development of child-friendly mobile phones, driven by a personal need to provide safe and innovative communication solutions for children. Over my.
• Spearheaded the establishment of Bipper Communication, leading all aspects of startup development and operations.
• Orchestrated fundraising efforts to secure capital for product development, expansion, and market penetration.
• Directed communication and marketing strategies to effectively position Bipper's products and brand in the marketplace.
• Led the design and prototyping of mobile watches and applications specifically tailored for children, prioritizing safety, usability, and functionality.
• Oversaw the development of software solutions deployed on SIM cards in collaboration with telecom carriers, ensuring seamless integration and user experience.

Oslo, NO

I served as an Advisor to Minister Liv Signe Navarsete on entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem activation. The Entrepreneurship Council consisted of eight members. Responsibilities included:* Monthly full-day seminars* Development of a report presented to the government June 2012* Communication

Bergen, Hordaland, NO

During my Masters, I worked as a teaching assistant for Bachelor students. Work included preparing lectures, hosting workshops with students, and marking papers. I taught the following courses:* Politics and Economics (Prof. Victor Norman)* New Public Governance (Prof. Tore Hillestad)

Bergen, NO

During my Cand. Mag I was a teaching assistant for Bachelor students and taught the following courses:* Mathematics for Economists (developed by myself as an introductory course for 200 students)* Business Strategy and Competition Politics

Bergen, Vestland, NO

I was asked to step in for a professor on leave and teach the intensive course in Social Economics for Social Work students. Responsibilities included:* Planning the course and program* Teaching* Student mentoring

Prague, CZ

After being a youth delegate at President Vaclav Havel's annual Forum 2000 conference in 1998, I was asked to form the Steering Group of Students' Forum 2000. Tasks included:* Organizing annual conferences for youth/students* Selecting and coaching the youth delegates to the annual Forum 2000* Staff management

World Voices was established as a non-profit youth organization after encouragement from Dame Anita Roddick and other prominent leaders to continue the work we had started during our studies at the United World College of the Atlantic (UWC). Core to our vision was to connect engaged youth leaders with established world leaders, and leaders including the.

Firdaposten is the main local newspaper in Florø, Norway. It was a daily paper during my engagement. * Freelance journalist covering news and culture* Built and led the youth section "Ung Frekvens" published weekly

Radio Stabben was the local radio station in Florø, Norway. My roles included:* Section manager, Children* Section manager, Youth* Hostess of weekly radio shows (live and recorded)

Executive Program, Transformational Leadership: Leading On The Edge

Executive Program, Global Leadership And Public Policy For The 21St Century

Leadership And Decision Making In The 21St Century

Leading For Transformation, Organizational Leadership

Master, Strategy And Leadership

Cand.Mag, Social Economics, Administration And Religions

International Baccalaureate