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Ole Petter Melleby has more than 20 years’ experience in executive search, leading C-suite, board, and other senior-level searches for Norwegian and international clients. A highly astute generalist with a strong track record, he works with various types of organizations and industries including consumer products, retail, PE-owned companies, professional services, NGOs and foundations.
Professional Focus
- Over 20 years’ experience in executive and board search
- Extensive track record of searches for C-suite, board, director and other functional leadership roles in sales, finance, human resources, business development and strategy
- Industry and organizational expertise in consumer & retail, strong branded companies, PE-owned companies, professional services, NGOs and foundations
- Deep insight into research and analysis, internal recruitment processes, and organizational development
- Native Norwegian, fluent in English
Business Expertise
Partner and Managing Partner at Norway’s leading executive search firm; additional roles over the course of more than 20 years with the firm include Head of Research and Research Manager
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree from London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE); further studies in business economics at BI Norwegian Business School
- Bachelor’s degree from University of Oslo (UiO)
- Cut-e, SHL, OPQ, G+ Certifications
Affiliations & Awards
- Electoral Committee Member, Norwegian Confederation of Sports
- Electoral Committee Member, Norwegian Ice Hockey Federation
- Founding Member and former Chairman, LSE Alumni Norway
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