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Elise Andström has more than 20 years of experience in the executive search industry. With specialised expertise in consumer/retail, financial services and other sectors, she focuses on board and C-level searches. Elise is especially adept at working with leaders from national and multinational companies to build, develop and align leadership teams to achieve their strategic business targets.
Professional Focus
- Over 20 years’ experience in executive search and talent advisory including cross-border search
- Board- and C-level searches as well as senior managers in a range of functions e.g. finance, marketing, sales, human resources, communication, legal, consultants and other specialists
- Primary business experience in consumer/retail and financial services, as well as media and professional services
- Works with local and international organizations, including start-ups, public and private equity-owned companies
Business Expertise
- Former Partner in two leading global executive search firms, both New York-listed
- Co-founder of an executive search firm with offices in Stockholm and Malmö, affiliated with an international executive search network
- Senior Consultant with a recruitment and management consulting firm
- Project Manager roles in IT, financial services and architecture
- Finance Manager at one of Sweden’s largest advertising agencies
- Accountant at a Big 4 audit firm
Additional Expertise
- Professional Services
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor of Science in Economics from Stockholm University
- Professional Coach Certification from International Coach Federation (ICF)
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