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Chief Operating Officer
HarklinikkenChief Operating Officer
Aug. 2023Copenhagen, Capital Region, DenmarkLead operations, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency by optimizing, integrating, and automating processes across the organization. - International Expansion - Strategy Execution - Cross-Functional Team Leadership - Operational Management - IT Management, Optimization, and Implementation - E-Commerce Platform Development and Integration - Supply Chain and Logistics Optimization - Process Improvement and Cost Reduction Key Achievements: * Optimized third-party manufacturing, shipping, and logistics processes, achieving a 25–28% cost reduction. *Established in-house assembly and fulfillment centers in the USA and Denmark, processing 150,000 orders in 2023. * Led the overhaul and re-implementation of e-commerce platforms, introducing alternative solutions to SalesForce.
Chief Financial Officer
HarklinikkenChief Financial Officer
Sep. 2020 - Aug. 2023Copenhagen, Capital Region, DenmarkDirected finance and operations, streamlining and automating operations across the USA, Europe, the UK, and the Middle East. Established an in-house finance function in Denmark and set up an outsourced finance operation in the USA. - Finance transformation - Strategic Planning & Execution - Management reporting & Business Insights - Cross-Functional Team Leadership - Scale-up and growth within FMCG - FP&A - Cash Flow & investment - Private equity funding - Due Diligence - Consolidation Model - Transfer Pricing and compliance - Relationships with banks, auditors, and tax authorities - ERP implementation Key Achievements: * Raised private equity capital and led the due diligence process *Developed and executed a growth strategy, driving revenue growth from $9M in 2019 to $20M in 2023 * Built a scalable internal finance function in Denmark from a single part-time resource and established an outsourced finance and payroll operation in the USA * Implemented a new companywide ERP system, completing 10 Microsoft Business Central 365 installations within 18 months
Management consultant | Finance & Operations | Strategy Execution
Independent Management ConsultancyManagement consultant | Finance & Operations | Strategy Execution
Jan. 2018 - Aug. 2020Copenhagen, DenmarkIndependent Consultant specializing in interim management and finance & strategy projects, driving strategic agendas and business transformation. I work closely with clients and senior executives, leveraging deep financial expertise and strategic insights to deliver impactful results. My experience spans multiple industries, including energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and financial services. I have also subcontracted for top consulting firms like Bain. I seamlessly integrate into both team-based and independent roles, applying my expertise to enhance financial performance and execute strategic business initiatives effectively. - CFO & CEO Advisory - Interim Financial & Business Support - Strategic Clarification & Strategy Development - Financial Planning - Budget & Forecasting - Business Cases - FP&A - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) * Interim CFO for a boutique management consulting company. * Interim CFO support at Falck Healthcare and Advisor to Falck Healthcare’s CEO. * CFO advisory for the management team of IT company EG, training the top 200 leaders in translating strategy into actionable goals, setting clear objectives, and delivering effective feedback. * Strategy consulting for a Danish drug store chain, aligning in-store and online strategies to enable the successful launch of a new store concept and the acquisition of a competitor. * Finance & strategy consulting for 2Trace. Developed a pre-merger investment proposal for its SmartTextiles inventory management solution, enabling the merger with the French company ELIS. * Strategy consulting for Kopenhagen Fur, refining the strategy for the Vice President of Marketing.
Chief Financial Officer / Founder
Nærvær Restaurants & Wine barsChief Financial Officer / Founder
Jan. 2017 - Aug. 2020Copenhagen Area, DenmarkBuilt and scaled a multi-location hospitality business, successfully exiting through a private equity sale. Start-up of an innovative restaurant and wine bar concept that obtained initial seed funding from EIFO (Export and Investment Fund of Denmark). Secured a prime location for the initial launch and collaborated with Norm Architects to ensure a sophisticated and appealing design and layout. Led the construction phase and was actively involved in daily operations for the first 18 months, streamlining processes and laying a solid operational foundation. Recruited and developed a top-tier team, including a General Manager and Head Chef, to drive the business’s growth. Expanded the concept to four locations in just 24 months, demonstrating rapid growth and scalability. - Start-up in the Hospitality business - Strategy & Execution - Business Plans & Financing - Rapid Growth & Scalability - Fine Dining Establishments - Seed Funding - Exit to PE firm - Design & Construction - Team Development & Motivation - Concept Development & Branding - Operational Efficiency & Optimization - Customer Experience & Service Excellence - Vendor & Supplier Management - Marketing & Launch Strategies - Revenue Growth & Profitability Key Achievements: * Achieved annual revenues of $4 million by the third year. * Expanded the concept to four locations in 24 months and successfully sold the venture in 2020.
Management consultant | Finance & Operations | Strategy Execution
Independent Management ConsultancyManagement consultant | Finance & Operations | Strategy Execution
Feb. 2012 - Dec. 2016Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, DenmarkIndependent consultant, having assumed interim management roles and directed finance and strategy projects. - CFO & CEO Advisory - Interim Financial & Business Support - Strategic Clarification - Strategy Execution - Business Cases - Revenue Growth - Process Improvement & Cost Reduction - Customer Journey Optimization - Performance Management Systems - Market Expansion & Growth Strategies - Interim Strategy Officer at Totalkredit Key Achievements: * Interim Execution Officer at TotalKredit. Defined TotalKredit’s strategic positioning within Nykredit leading the implementation of prioritized projects to support business objectives and long-term growth. * Strategic advisory for Fullrate's Leadership Team. Collaborated with Fullrate’s CEO, CFO, and CMO to develop a three-year growth strategy, leveraging data-driven customer insights, optimizing sales channels, refining product segmentation and prioritization, and driving revenue growth. * CFO advisory for the management team of a global IT company, training the top 200 leaders in translating strategy into actionable goals, setting clear objectives, and delivering effective feedback. * Implemented a customer journey and store feedback system across 40 retail stores, increasing the average basket size by 40 DKK and generating an additional 15 million DKK in annual revenue.
Head of FP&A and Customer Insight, Consumer Division
TelenorHead of FP&A and Customer Insight, Consumer Division
Jan. 2011 - Mar. 2012Copenhagen Area, DenmarkHead of FP&A, driving financial strategy, forecasting, and performance analysis to support business growth. Led budgeting, financial modeling, and revenue optimization, aligning financial planning with customer insights, market trends, and business objectives, to enhance data-driven decision-making.
Business Developer
TelenorBusiness Developer
Feb. 2008 - Jan. 2011Developed and executed Telenor Denmark's corporate strategy as part of the Business Development team, driving strategic initiatives and business growth across Private, Business, and Wholesale divisions, as well as CBB and Canal Digital. Focused on 12–36-month outlooks, conducted business case analyses, and managed M&A activities. Strategy projects: - Corporate strategy 2010-2013, Telenor Denmark - Nordic Business Divisions Strategy - "Handlingsplan 2010" for Telenor Business Division - Partner Strategy - Wholesale Strategy - Access Strategy Business development and business cases: - Mobile Payments and Financial Services - Nordic Multi Screen Strategy, Consumer Division - Fixed Broadband & TV Strategy, Consumer Division - Blackberry, Business Division - Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Country Manager
ILVA & IDdesign (Støcbo Furniture & Scandinavian Interior, Turkey)Country Manager
Jun. 2006 - Jan. 2008TurkeyEstablished a Turkish division with a showroom and service department for Støcbo Furniture. Led business development and merged operations with Scandinavian Interior.
Head of Strategy
Københavns Energi (KE)Head of Strategy
Jan. 2006 - Jun. 2006Copenhagen Area, DenmarkRedefined and developed Copenhagen Energy's corporate strategy, reporting to the CEO.
Strategy Consultant - Strategic Consulting
Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC)Strategy Consultant - Strategic Consulting
Apr. 2003 - Dec. 2005Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, DenmarkJoined CSC to help establish a Nordic management consulting division, defining service offerings aligned with strategic goals. Also led CSC’s internal performance management process and contributed to national and international projects.
Management Consultant, Financial and Cost Management Services
PwC Consulting - People & OrganizationManagement Consultant, Financial and Cost Management Services
Nov. 1999 - Mar. 2003Copenhagen Area, DenmarkResults-driven management consultant with deep expertise in finance and cost management. Gained valuable international experience living and working abroad for 24 months. - Implemented a Finance Shared Service Center for Quintiles in London. - Contributed to the redesign of Business Banking operations for the Bank of Ireland in Dublin. - Led the redesign of European transportation operations for Exide, based in Paris. - Developed a Finance Organizational Model for Zim Corporation in Haifa, Israel.
Management Consultant
Arthur Andersen Business ConsultingManagement Consultant
May. 1997 - Oct. 1999Copenhagen Area, DenmarkTransitioned from audit to management consulting, leading finance and cost management projects. - Developed an Activity-Based Costing and Management model for Greenland Air. - Conducted due diligence for the merger between Store and Enzo. - Implemented the establishment of a Nordic Finance Shared Service Center in Finland.
Manager
Arthur Andersen (1885 -> 2002) OfficialManager
Apr. 1993 - May. 1997Copenhagen Area, DenmarkComprehensive experience in audit, financial and business controlling, transaction services, due diligence, and mergers & acquisitions. Expertise includes auditing companies, preparing annual financial statements, and managing tax returns for clients primarily in the SME segment.

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