Fractional CTO Blekinge län, Sweden

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(Updated 2024-02-22)

Fractional CTO

Blekinge län, Sweden

Native Svenska, English, Intermediate German

  • Led and grew to Cloud Service companies to successful exit
  • 10 years+ in Chief Technology Officer roles
  • Extensive experience from leading global IT/cloud projects

Skills (23)

ISO 27001

Data Center

Stakeholder Management

Cloud platforms

OPERATIONS

PROJECT LEADERSHIP

OPERATIONS MANAGER

BUDGETING

RESOURCE UTILIZATION

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

FINANCIAL REPORTING

WIRELESS

Strategic planning

DevOps

IT Infrastructure Architecture

INVOICES

MITIGATION

BEST PRACTICES

BILLING

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

ISO

BUDGET

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Summary

Proven CTO with a history of transformative leadership in datacenter
management and cutting-edge technology implementation. Expert in
shaping and executing comprehensive technology strategies aligned with
organizational goals. Successful track record includes leading global cloud
computing datacenter projects and modernizing legacy platforms. Skilled
in steering cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving
efficiency in IT operations. Committed to staying at the forefront of
technological advancements, consistently delivering results in seamless
technology-business integration.

Primary Strengths
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* Technical knowledge
Exhibits a profound understanding of
technology with expertise spanning cloud
computing, data center management,
and security. Commitment to staying
current ensures technology alignment
with organizational goals.

* Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial force providing an ability
to identify opportunities, pioneer
solutions, and drive business growth.
Innovative mindset and adaptability
contribute to the success and resilience.

* Leadership
Transformative and collaborative
leadership. In executive roles, inspiring
cross-functional teams, fostering a
culture of innovation, and navigating
technological transitions through
organizations. Strategic vision and
commitment to team development
defining an impactful leadership style.

Professional Experience

Portfolio Manager
NKT HV Cables AB

2023-08 - Present

Company Description: Leading global provider of cable solutions with a focus on energy transmission.

Role: 
• Strategic Oversight: Leading program and budget delivery of IT/IS/OT cluster, overseeing data center construction, IT system rollouts, compute & storage migrations, and factory automation activities.

• Financial Stewardship: Certifying purchases and invoices, safeguarding cluster budget, ensuring optimal resource utilization.

• Team Motivation: Directing multiple high-performance project teams, ensuring efficient resource allocation.

• Project & Portfolio Reporting: Creating comprehensive monthly reports outlining progress, cost updates, risks, and mitigation actions.

Portfolio Manager - 5G Network as a Platform
Ericsson Global

2022-09 - 2023-08

Sweden Company Description: Global leader in communications technology and services.

Role: 
• Strategic Development: Guided BSS Program Managers in developing Ericsson Global, focusing on advancing Network as a Platform capabilities.

• End-to-End Software Development: Directed NWaaP feature development lifecycle, ensuring seamless initiation to software delivery.

• Financial Oversight: Managed NWaaP BSS Portfolio, delivering precise financial insights and ensuring adherence to budget constraints.

• Team Leadership: Led day-to-day operations, enhancing quality and efficiency in NWaaP development.

Head of Cloud
Iver Sverige

2021-04 - 2022-09

Company Description: Leading provider of cloud, hosting, and infrastructure services.

Role: 
• Cloud Adoption: Led initiative to adopt new cloud platforms, integrating regional legacy environments into a unified, efficient platform.

• Cross-Company Project Leadership: Established and led a crosscompany project team, ensuring successful deployment of a new cloud platform.

• Transformational Leadership: Modernized legacy platforms and organizational structures to align with emerging technologies.

• Security and Compliance: Integrated IT Security aspects into the cloud platform deployment, ensuring compliance and security considerations.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
City Network (Cleura)

2015-09 - 2021-04

Company Description: Global provider of cloud infrastructure services.
Role: 
• Strategic Leadership and Technology Collaboration: Pioneered the development of City Network Cloud Service Portfolio, integrating technology initiatives seamlessly with overarching business goals.

• Global Data Center Deployment: Orchestrated planning and deployment of cloud computing data centers worldwide, ensuring optimal infrastructure for a global customer base.

• Financial Management: Managed budgeting and financial reporting for the cloud services area, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial goals.

• Agile Methodologies: Managed DevOps/SRE teams, implementing and adhering to agile methodologies to enhance efficiency and responsiveness to market demands.

• Security and Compliance: Led acquisition and maintained certifications for ISO 27001/15/18, ISO 22301, and ISO 9001/14001, showcasing a commitment to industry best practices, security, and quality standards.

Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Fragnet Networks

2011-01 - 2015-12

Company Description: Leading global cloud provider of gaming services 

Role: 
• Entrepreneurship: Established Fragnet Networks AB to deliver enterprise-class services and game hosting solutions to the gaming consumer market. Took the company from 0 to 6000 active customers, state at exit, and infrastructure in 27 data centers globally.

• Operational Efficiency: Directed end-to-end aspects of system implementations, ranging from billing and support systems to infrastructure/service management.

• Global Market Penetration: Grew Fragnet Networks to be considered one of the top5 companies from a market recognition perspective on a global basis.

IT Operations Manager
Aura Light International

2008-05 - 2010-12

Modernized Group IT server platform and workplace services, reducing OPEX by 45%
Site Manager
Corporate Express

2005-09 - 2008-05

Established a new sales region for corporate and consumer segments
IT Coordinator
Swedish Church, Växjö Stift

2002-09 - 2005-09

Coordination of IT Environment, Server and Desktop
Technical Project Manager
Wireless Maingate

2000-05 - 2002-09

Successfully led several internal and customer IoT ՄM2MՅ Projects
Swedish Air Force

1999-08 - 2000-05

Academic Background

Swedish Air Force Academy
Swedish Air Force Academy

1996-01 - 1999-01

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