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Certification
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City Of London

Summary

Board Director | Strategy, Sustainability, M&A & Digital Transformation
Seasoned board professional with over 15 years of experience driving strategic growth across the Nordics, Germany, and the UK. Brings deep expertise in sustainability, M&A, and business development, with a proven track record of advising executive teams on value creation, international expansion, and long-term resilience. Adept at navigating complex governance environments, aligning business strategy with ESG imperatives, and helping companies successfully lead and adapt through digital transformation.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Non-Executive Director

Oakley ERP Solutions Ltd
12.2024 - Current

SaaS company

Provide board-level oversight and strategic input on commercial execution, product strategy, and market expansion. Guide leadership in refining go-to-market strategy, aligning operations with strategic objectives, and enhancing board governance practices..

Executive Chairman

Ina4
05.2024 - Current

Digital Marketing & AI Software development
Chair the board and lead strategic dialogue around productization and business model development. Advise on long-term value creation, leadership accountability, and board–management alignment. Ensure governance standards are upheld during business evolution and strategic execution.

Partner

Stronger Business Partners
11.2023 - Current

Founding Partner

One of three founding partners forming a boutique Private Equity firm. Six SaaS company acquisitions in the first 18 months with consistent double digit organic growth in addition

Advisor to the Board

KETO Software
08.2023 - Current

SaaS

Serve as a strategic advisor to the board and executive team on international growth, marketing strategy, and commercial optimization. Guide the development of a sustainable operating model and support leadership on cross-border expansion and organizational structure.

Chairman of the Board

HCI-York
06.2022 - Current

Software Development

Lead the board’s M&A and post-merger integration oversight. Provide strategic direction on brand consolidation, sustainability initiatives, and change management. Advise on aligning acquired entities with long-term business goals and sector standards.

Board Member

Advantos Equity Partners
09.2021 - 11.2023

Private Equity

Advised on strategy execution, value creation planning, and ESG integration for portfolio companies. Played a key role in M&A due diligence and post-deal transition, contributing to board-level decision-making and monitoring commercial strategy outcomes across multiple ventures.

Group Director

WIPAK
07.2017 - 05.2023

Various group director roles in Packaging Manufacturing responsible for Innovation, Marketing, Customer Service, Digital Innovations and Strategic Projects including M&A

Management Consultant

Oaklin
04.2016 - 08.2017

Advisor to a number of clients at the board level on large scale transformations.

Chairman of the Board

Danceteam International
01.2011 - 09.2016

Performing Arts

Led the board through a period of significant international expansion. Provided governance and strategic oversight during market entry into five new countries. Supported the CEO on growth strategy, governance processes, and organizational resilience.

Interim CEO

DT International Group
10.2015 - 04.2016

Provided interim cover as CEO of Danceteam Group to consolidate business units and facilitate a transition to a new operating structure.

Manager Consulting

Deloitte
11.2007 - 10.2015

Over 60 successful projects in M&A, Post Merger Integration, Digital Transformation, Sustainability and PMO

Analyst

Knorr-Bremse
02.2001 - 04.2003

Business Analyst for market entry in the Nordics

Education

Master of Science - International Relations

Univesity College Dublin
Dublin, Florence, Brussels
09-2006

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Trinity College Dublin
Dublin
06-2005

BBA - Business And Economics

University of Hamburg
Hamburg
03-2003

Skills

    Strategic Thinking

    Ability to shape and evaluate long-term business strategy, market positioning, and competitive advantage


    Corporate Governance

    Knowledge of governance frameworks, fiduciary duties, and board responsibilities to ensure regulatory compliance and ethical oversight


    Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

    Experience with M&A strategy, due diligence, deal structuring, and post-merger integration—particularly valuable in scaling SaaS businesses


    Sustainability & ESG

    Understanding of environmental, social, and governance risks and opportunities, and how to embed sustainability into core strategy


    Digital Transformation & Technology Insight

    Ability to evaluate digital innovation, cybersecurity, data strategy, and tech trends impacting the business


    Commercial & Go-to-Market Expertise

    Deep knowledge of B2B sales strategy, customer acquisition, revenue models, and scaling commercial operations


    Leadership & People Oversight

    Skills in executive evaluation, CEO succession, culture stewardship, and aligning incentives with performance


Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Finnish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)

Speaking Engagements

Sustainable Packaging Summit, Business Growth, Leadership, M&A, Sustainability, Why plastic is great for the environment, Green BS - How behavioral science can stop climate change, Delivered impactful presentations and moderated high-level discussions at international business forums, fostering cross-border collaboration.

Certification

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

PMI Certified



Hobbies

Martial Arts

Pro-Bono work for startups in East Africa


Timeline

Non-Executive Director

Oakley ERP Solutions Ltd
12.2024 - Current

Executive Chairman

Ina4
05.2024 - Current

Partner

Stronger Business Partners
11.2023 - Current

Advisor to the Board

KETO Software
08.2023 - Current

Chairman of the Board

HCI-York
06.2022 - Current

Board Member

Advantos Equity Partners
09.2021 - 11.2023

Group Director

WIPAK
07.2017 - 05.2023

Management Consultant

Oaklin
04.2016 - 08.2017

Interim CEO

DT International Group
10.2015 - 04.2016

Chairman of the Board

Danceteam International
01.2011 - 09.2016

Manager Consulting

Deloitte
11.2007 - 10.2015

Analyst

Knorr-Bremse
02.2001 - 04.2003

Master of Science - International Relations

Univesity College Dublin

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Trinity College Dublin

BBA - Business And Economics

University of Hamburg
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