Solfrid Sagstad

Experience

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  Universitetet i Bergen (UiB)

  Aug 2007 - Sept 2014

  PhD

  - Awarded a 4-year research grant from the University of Bergen, including 1 year of teaching and supervision at university level.- Project management and administration of own work, as well as collaboration and coordination with other research groups nationally and internationally.- Developed long and good competence in innovative work.- Worked on several research projects within translational circulation research, e.g. cancer, pathological tissue changes, immunology. - Project lead and management for 4 major studies in functional physiology.- Disputed September 2014 for the PhD degree with thesis: "Role of the extracellular microenvironment and lymphatics in disease development and progression".- Publication of 3 scientific articles in major international journals.- Developed a new method to characterise the organisation and structure of the microenvironment.- Establishment and implementation of a high-tech analysis laboratory.- Teaching experience with teaching for medical and odontology students.- Colloquium leader and course instructor with responsibility for own course material.- Good pedagogical qualities, good experience with clear communication.- The period includes 2 years' maternity leave, as well as 9 months' sick leave due to cancer. Show less

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  Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

  Aug 2015 - Dec 2016

  Project leader

  Project leader for the simulation laboratories (SimArena) at the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences.- Leader of a development project with further development of over 35 new skills and simulation laboratories for use in health and social sciences, named SimArena.- Responsible for system and further development of, among other things, operations, external activities, profiling, research and interprofessional collaboration associated with the laboratories/project.- Facilitate the further development of simulation as a teaching method at the laboratories- Preparation of strategic plan, reports and management documents- Meeting management of the project group and reference group. - Reporting to the steering group- Responsible for follow-up of employees in the project/SimArena.- Participated in the preparation of new research projects and future research groups Show less

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  Motitech AS

  Oct 2017 - May 2022

  - Responsibility for overall Market and business Development across existing and new markets for Motitech. - Strategic responsibility for the annual international Championship the Road Worlds for Seniors, including key partnerships. - Follow-up and development of the business, including development and optimisation of existing and new brands and subsidiaries.- Business and market development of Motitech UK.- Strategic responsibility for the overall marketing in Motitech.- Network building nationally and internationally.- Initiation, establishment and optimization of processes and systems associated with business, including within sales, marketing and customer follow-up.- Administration of existing processes and systems.- Project management - Operational tasks within sales, marketing and customer follow-up Show less Executive Director for Motitech UK. - Strategic Decision-Making: Being part of a startup's board I was key in high-level strategic discussions and decisions on an ongoing basis, assessing various options, weigh risks and opportunities, and make informed choices that align with the company's growth goals.- Leadership and Governance: Understand and contribute to the governance structure of the company. Looking into leadership dynamics, ethical considerations, and having the responsibilities in guiding the organisation.- Financial Acumen: Review of financial reports, budgets, and projections. Financial literacy and understanding of key performance indicators, helping assess the startup's financial health and make informed recommendations.- Networking and Relationship Building: Board positions provide opportunities to connect with other experienced professionals, investors, and industry experts. Identifying and building relationships within the startup ecosystem can offer insights, partnerships, and resources that contribute to the company's growth.- Problem Solving and Risk Management: Startups face numerous challenges and uncertainties. As a board member, I've participated in discussions on mitigating risks, solving operational issues, and navigating obstacles. This experience hones ha given me problem-solving skills and ability to manage uncertainty. Show less - Responsibility with the Executive Team for overall Market and Business Development across existing and new markets for Motitech. - Strategic responsibility for the annual international Championship the Road Worlds for Seniors, including key partnerships. - Follow-up and development of the business, including development and optimisation of existing and new brands and subsidiaries.- Establishment and development of Motitech UK.- International sales and marketing- Business development and strategy- Digital marketing- Project management of a major research project in the UK- Network building nationally and internationally.- Initiation, establishment and optimisation of processes and systems associated with business, including within sales, marketing and customer follow-up.- Strategic management of an international sports event, Road Worlds for Seniors- Administration of existing processes and systems.- Operational tasks within sales, marketing and customer follow-up Show less

  • Director Market & Business development

    Dec 2021 - May 2022

  • Executive Director

    Jul 2019 - May 2022

  • Executive Market Manager

    Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

  • Account Manager / Project Manager

    Oct 2017 - Dec 2018
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  NGIR

  Jun 2020 - now

  Member Board of Directors
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  Audsynn AS

  Jan 2022 - now

  Co-CEO and Founder

  As a company, it is important to ask yourself; Why are we here? And especially; What do we want to achieve? What is the overall goal and direction?CLARITY - OWNERSHIP - COMMON UNDERSTANDINGA number of companies experience challenges when working with long-term strategy work.And challenges with the traditional approach to strategy are often that the gaze or horizon falls "downward" too fast, one becomes too short-term in the work, and can thus experience losing the long-term direction. In addition, companies can often experience a lack of connection from vision to practice. By starting with the current situation, which is common in traditional strategy work, the focus quickly evolves around obstacles and limitations based on the present situation. And as a response, people often quickly move into HOW to solve things, based on the knowledge and experience from where they are now. This in turn reinforces a short-term view. It is important with analyzes of the current situation when we go into solutions and plans for the next steps, but the process can not start there ....The Audsynn method consists of two central parts; a strategy part, called the North Star process, and an implementation part. The North Star process is a systematic process for finding a clear, well-defined future goal, called the North Star. By working backwards from the North Star, you will find the way to the goal, a road called the North Star Map.Implementation of the strategy takes place using specific tools for prioritization and focus "in everyday life", including the use of Focus plans and BETs (Bull Eye Targets).The Audsynn method was developed by Stian Lavik and Solfrid Sagstad, and is based on elements from several international tools and methods, as well as their own experiences in strategy work and business development. Show less

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  Deliberate Impact Ltd

  May 2022 - now

  Co-CEO & Founder

  With Deliberate Impact Ltd, we aim to empower people and organisations to change the world by bringing them together, activating communities and enabling them to work towards a common purpose. With the purpose-driven Takk! online fundraising and community platform crowdsourced causes and initiatives are realised, achieving the desired impact and making people's lives better.Every country in the world is experiencing growth in both the size and the proportion of older persons in the population. Maintaining healthy behaviours throughout life, and having a supportive physical and social environment enables people to do what is important to them, and have a high quality of life - as well as be a positive resource for the society. The adult social care system in the UK are said to be needing a fundamental reform to make it fit for the 21st century, especially when it comes to getting funds that in return support the sector to deliver solutions and services that enables people to live fuller lives independent of age or functional level. Crowdfunding has a vast amount of opportunities, including the strong potential to contribute positively towards the sustainable growth of societies by filling social funding gaps. And emerging on the back of this, is the ability for crowdfunding platforms to create and foster digital communities and collaborations across generations, businesses and national boarders; all united through a common cause, shared social values and synergies. Show less

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  CAHSC Learning Partnership

  Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

  Social Care Digitalisation Lead

  The Cornwall Adult Health & Social Care Learning Partnership (CAHSC) helps you and your workforce to do more and to learn more, developing the skills and connections to consistently deliver the highest standards of care and support.

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  Capgemini

  Sept 2023 - now

  Senior Business Advisory

  Senior Consultant ved Business Technology Solutions / BTS, Capgemini