Erik Engellau-Nilsson
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Funda Sezgi
When Erik invited me to join his team as the Chief Norrsken House Sthlm, I was aware that something exciting was about to start. But little did I know that it was a life changing rocket ship I was about to embark on. Erik is an extraordinary leader that both has the bold vision and the relentless capacity to turn those ideas into action. Under his leadership and in just 6 years' time, Norrsken became a global impact ecosystem managing over 500mUSD in capital, comprising 1500+ entrepreneurs and 1000+ investors, 200+ annual events, 3 co-working spaces in Stockholm, Kigali and Barcelona, a world-leading accelerator programme and 4 distinct venture capital funds (Norrsken VC, Norrsken 22, Africa Seed Fund, Accelerator Fund). Erik's bias for action made all the difference in building this thriving ecosystem that has already invested capital in 100 startups, while supporting many more in other ways. He left a great legacy behind. I've been truly impressed by Erik's ability to navigate between super high ambitions to the smallest detail, and how clear he has been in his mind & communication as to how to get there. He can make most complex and abstract things sound super simple, which I think is a great strength and very relevant in his new venture turning world class science into world class companies. You should hear Erik talk about nuclear and you'll understand what I'm referring to. Looking forward to all the wow news that'll come out of his new venture Norrsken Launcher. It's been a pure pleasure to build Norrsken alongside him.
Jessica Guter
Erik is one of a kind! He is a fantastic leader and one of the smartest people I know, with a contagious optimistic mindset. He knows how to inspire, engage, and motivate his team around a common vision and help them do their best job. Erik is an exceptional communicator. He can articulate complex ideas with ease and effectively provide guidance and support to his team memberrs. He is also very approachable, humble, and fun, which were key foundations of our strong culture. During the four years I worked with Erik, he helped me develop greatly. He trusted me with new challenges and gave me opportunities to grow professionally and as a leader. It was an extremely rewarding and fun experience, and I recommend everyone to work with Erik.
Funda Sezgi
When Erik invited me to join his team as the Chief Norrsken House Sthlm, I was aware that something exciting was about to start. But little did I know that it was a life changing rocket ship I was about to embark on. Erik is an extraordinary leader that both has the bold vision and the relentless capacity to turn those ideas into action. Under his leadership and in just 6 years' time, Norrsken became a global impact ecosystem managing over 500mUSD in capital, comprising 1500+ entrepreneurs and 1000+ investors, 200+ annual events, 3 co-working spaces in Stockholm, Kigali and Barcelona, a world-leading accelerator programme and 4 distinct venture capital funds (Norrsken VC, Norrsken 22, Africa Seed Fund, Accelerator Fund). Erik's bias for action made all the difference in building this thriving ecosystem that has already invested capital in 100 startups, while supporting many more in other ways. He left a great legacy behind. I've been truly impressed by Erik's ability to navigate between super high ambitions to the smallest detail, and how clear he has been in his mind & communication as to how to get there. He can make most complex and abstract things sound super simple, which I think is a great strength and very relevant in his new venture turning world class science into world class companies. You should hear Erik talk about nuclear and you'll understand what I'm referring to. Looking forward to all the wow news that'll come out of his new venture Norrsken Launcher. It's been a pure pleasure to build Norrsken alongside him.
Jessica Guter
Erik is one of a kind! He is a fantastic leader and one of the smartest people I know, with a contagious optimistic mindset. He knows how to inspire, engage, and motivate his team around a common vision and help them do their best job. Erik is an exceptional communicator. He can articulate complex ideas with ease and effectively provide guidance and support to his team memberrs. He is also very approachable, humble, and fun, which were key foundations of our strong culture. During the four years I worked with Erik, he helped me develop greatly. He trusted me with new challenges and gave me opportunities to grow professionally and as a leader. It was an extremely rewarding and fun experience, and I recommend everyone to work with Erik.
Funda Sezgi
When Erik invited me to join his team as the Chief Norrsken House Sthlm, I was aware that something exciting was about to start. But little did I know that it was a life changing rocket ship I was about to embark on. Erik is an extraordinary leader that both has the bold vision and the relentless capacity to turn those ideas into action. Under his leadership and in just 6 years' time, Norrsken became a global impact ecosystem managing over 500mUSD in capital, comprising 1500+ entrepreneurs and 1000+ investors, 200+ annual events, 3 co-working spaces in Stockholm, Kigali and Barcelona, a world-leading accelerator programme and 4 distinct venture capital funds (Norrsken VC, Norrsken 22, Africa Seed Fund, Accelerator Fund). Erik's bias for action made all the difference in building this thriving ecosystem that has already invested capital in 100 startups, while supporting many more in other ways. He left a great legacy behind. I've been truly impressed by Erik's ability to navigate between super high ambitions to the smallest detail, and how clear he has been in his mind & communication as to how to get there. He can make most complex and abstract things sound super simple, which I think is a great strength and very relevant in his new venture turning world class science into world class companies. You should hear Erik talk about nuclear and you'll understand what I'm referring to. Looking forward to all the wow news that'll come out of his new venture Norrsken Launcher. It's been a pure pleasure to build Norrsken alongside him.
Jessica Guter
Erik is one of a kind! He is a fantastic leader and one of the smartest people I know, with a contagious optimistic mindset. He knows how to inspire, engage, and motivate his team around a common vision and help them do their best job. Erik is an exceptional communicator. He can articulate complex ideas with ease and effectively provide guidance and support to his team memberrs. He is also very approachable, humble, and fun, which were key foundations of our strong culture. During the four years I worked with Erik, he helped me develop greatly. He trusted me with new challenges and gave me opportunities to grow professionally and as a leader. It was an extremely rewarding and fun experience, and I recommend everyone to work with Erik.
Funda Sezgi
When Erik invited me to join his team as the Chief Norrsken House Sthlm, I was aware that something exciting was about to start. But little did I know that it was a life changing rocket ship I was about to embark on. Erik is an extraordinary leader that both has the bold vision and the relentless capacity to turn those ideas into action. Under his leadership and in just 6 years' time, Norrsken became a global impact ecosystem managing over 500mUSD in capital, comprising 1500+ entrepreneurs and 1000+ investors, 200+ annual events, 3 co-working spaces in Stockholm, Kigali and Barcelona, a world-leading accelerator programme and 4 distinct venture capital funds (Norrsken VC, Norrsken 22, Africa Seed Fund, Accelerator Fund). Erik's bias for action made all the difference in building this thriving ecosystem that has already invested capital in 100 startups, while supporting many more in other ways. He left a great legacy behind. I've been truly impressed by Erik's ability to navigate between super high ambitions to the smallest detail, and how clear he has been in his mind & communication as to how to get there. He can make most complex and abstract things sound super simple, which I think is a great strength and very relevant in his new venture turning world class science into world class companies. You should hear Erik talk about nuclear and you'll understand what I'm referring to. Looking forward to all the wow news that'll come out of his new venture Norrsken Launcher. It's been a pure pleasure to build Norrsken alongside him.
Jessica Guter
Erik is one of a kind! He is a fantastic leader and one of the smartest people I know, with a contagious optimistic mindset. He knows how to inspire, engage, and motivate his team around a common vision and help them do their best job. Erik is an exceptional communicator. He can articulate complex ideas with ease and effectively provide guidance and support to his team memberrs. He is also very approachable, humble, and fun, which were key foundations of our strong culture. During the four years I worked with Erik, he helped me develop greatly. He trusted me with new challenges and gave me opportunities to grow professionally and as a leader. It was an extremely rewarding and fun experience, and I recommend everyone to work with Erik.
Experience
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Norrsken Launcher
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Sweden
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder
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Jun 2022 - Present
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Blykalla
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Sweden
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Nuclear Electric Power Generation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Sep 2022 - Present
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Cellcolabs
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Sweden
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Biotechnology
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Aug 2021 - Present
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ABC Labs
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Sweden
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Apr 2020 - Present
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Amidea Sweden AB
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Sweden
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chair
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Apr 2022 - Apr 2023
Drug Discovery Drug Discovery
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29k
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Sweden
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
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Norrsken
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Sweden
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO
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Jan 2017 - Dec 2022
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SNS Center for Business and Policy Studies
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Sweden
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Think Tanks
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board Member
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Jun 2019 - Jun 2022
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Norrsken Founders Fund
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Stockholm, Sweden
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Board Member
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Sep 2017 - Jan 2020
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Stockholm International Montessori School
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Stockholm, Sweden
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Board Member
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Jan 2009 - Jan 2020
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Klarna
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Sweden
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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VP Comms / acting CMO / Special Projects
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Sep 2013 - Jan 2017
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Brunswick Group
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United Kingdom
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate
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Sep 2012 - Sep 2013
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JKL
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Sweden
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Manager
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Jan 2007 - Apr 2012
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Education
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2001 - 2007
Stockholm School of Economics
M. Sc. -
2006 - 2006
Harvard University
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