Tell us about your career to date
I joined BUMAX as the Sales Operations Director, until I was appointed COO in October 2020. I have previously worked at a major stainless steel producer, where I held several managerial positions, including Managing Director of their Danish Subsidiary company.
What do you do in your current role?
In my role as COO, I lead our organization’s ongoing operations and procedures. I am the second-in-command at BUMAX and responsible for the efficiency of the business and its operations.
What do you bring to the role of COO?
I believe that I contribute to the BUMAX team and our overall development as an industry leader through my extensive experience in different areas within heavy industry.
What is your vision for BUMAX in terms of its operations?
That we will continue to not only produce the best fasteners in the world, but that we will also be the most efficient and flexible producer. We shall not only develop our products, but also our people.
What do you like about your job?
I find the COO role extremely stimulating as I cooperate with our different teams and people throughout the entire organization. Together, we drive improvements and develop our ways of working, processes and procedures.
What is the best thing about working at BUMAX?
I would say the people and the culture. In my mind, BUMAX and the Bufab Group, are small enough to care and big enough to matter. I like the culture we have that encourages everyone to succeed – not only for themselves but for the team.
How would you like to develop at BUMAX?
I am learning more in depth about our unique methods to produce the strongest fasteners in the world.
What would you like to achieve at BUMAX?
I hope to further develop my leadership skills and bring out the best in our team, and to improve our operations.
What do you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy being in nature and out on our boat with my family. We also spend a lot of time in our garden, growing vegetables and flowers, and stopping our hens from destroying all the plants.