Ultimate Beauty

Ultimate Beauty is a fast-growing, people-first, fully remote organization. Our purpose is to enable our team members to live their best life, while doing this "business thing" really really well.

As Chief People Officer, I'm responsible for developing a world-class culture as we 10x our business. This means I get to play with radical, leading-edge concepts such as Remote Work, Unique Ability, EOS, and Best life Coaching.

The bigger goal is to first prove we can have a couple hunded people live their best lives, while delivering outsized results.. -> And then share our learnings to inspire a million people to live better lives through better work.

Chief People Officer

Running Remote

Community Member

The Future is Remote

Ex-management consultant/entrepreneur/leader → turned Remote Evangelist. On a mission to inspire, educate & coach individuals, teams & organizations to succeed in a remote world.

20-30 minute conversations with the leaders, thinkers, and doers of Remote Work. 

Highlighted episodes
🎙 Humanizing Remote w/ Chase Warrington, Head of Remote @ Doist (https://spoti.fi/3U7N8b7)
🎙 The Benefits of Remote Work w/ Tony Jamous, Founder @ Oyster (https://spoti.fi/3hd1TL7)
🎙 Asynchronous Work w/ Nicolas Cava, Engineering Manager @ Zendesk (https://spoti.fi/3h36QWE)

Podcast Host / Remote Evangelist

Beleco

70% of companies are already hybrid (intentional or not). However most companies do not know how to realize the benefits (up to 50% reduced cost, while increasing productivity and engagement)

Beleco helps companies with the transition to Hybrid, through subscription based furniture for Offices and Home Offices. 

As Head of Hybrid I lead our internal Hybrid Transformation, and act as a thought leader with the wider community. 

As VP of Sales, I am  building a World Class Sales Organisation, to help our customers with their Hybrid Transformation, and create great workplaces for their employees - wherever they are.

Head of Hybrid / VP of Sales

NetSuite

Sales Manager, Nordic Startup & Scale-up segment. 
Led the turnaround of an underperfoming sales team of 11 remote account executives.

Sales Manager, Nordics

Google

Leading Google's engagement with startups across Northern Europe (Nordics & Benelux) 
- Grew function by >120% to 42M ARR
- Managed Google's portfolio of top 10 Scaleups to help drive hypergrowth (~200% YoY)
- Engaged with VCs and the Startup Ecosystem to support top 100 startups at scale

🚀 Head of Startups, Northern Europe

- Account Executive for Spotify, one of Google Cloud's top 3 customers globally (>300M ARR)
- Grew product adoption -> account revenue by 57%
- Led team of 16 cross-functional Googlers (Stockholm, New York, Dublin)

Account Executive, Top Account, Google Cloud

Business developer responsible for larger technology partners in Northern Europe and FRITES. Worked with two of Sweden's most exciting startups, helping them develop world class ad-tech products. 

Responsible for progressing and closing the largest deal in Channel Sales EMEA history.

Strategic Partner Developer, Channel Sales

- Helped Secure 50M SEK investment form Norrsken Foundation
- Hired and managed product and tech team
- Responsible for product strategy and development

Head of Product

Kugghuset AB

- Responsible for Future Labs (Product development hub)
- Managed design and development of a sales competition tool for Bambora
- Implemented internal sales pipeline & dashboards
- Trained colleagues in relationship driven sales

Product Developer

Seed Nordic

Startup Accelerator / Startup Factory

- Invested in 3 startups and led them through a 4 month program (1 exit) 
- Delivered startup-as-a-service innovation projects (6 weeks from idea to first paying customer)

Sample projects:
- Bambora Growth Capital
- Butlr
- Pimobo
- Frameworks
- NYFoodBox
- GetSocial

CEO / Product Developer

Serendipity

Serendipity Innovations was a management company with specialist expertise in innovation processes and early corporate development. 

- As a business developer I supported clients with their innovation needs, while continuously identifying establishing and growing new businesses.
- I was the initiator of S:Growth Accelerator, which we spun off and renamed Seed Nordic.

Business Developer

Head of Hybrid @ Beleco 🏡👨‍💻 Subscription based furniture for office and home office 📢 Remote Evangelist 🌟

🚀 On a mission to inspire a million people to live better lives through better work
🌟 Strategic thinker with 19 years experience across consulting, technology, commercial & people roles. 

Chief People Officer at Ultimate Beauty, ensuring that our people are happy, healthy engaged and able to do great work remotely.

🎙️ Podcast Host for "The Future is Remote", I engage in insightful conversations with industry leaders and thinkers in the remote work landscape.

Kenneth Hellem

collabify. The Collaboration Company

At collabify. The Collaboration Company, we make collaboration happen. 

Our mission is simple: We support individuals, teams, and organisations with evidence-based knowledge, tools, and techniques to collaborate successfully — in remote or hybrid setups 💻.
Because great teamwork doesn’t depend on location, but on how we work together 💡

We help you shaping strong collaboration, clear communication, and effective leadership — no matter where people work 🌐.

We offer tailored solutions for organisations of different sizes and various industries from across the globe. Global players such as Unicredit, Swarovski, Mahle Group, Viacom CBS, Axpo Insurances, Allianz and many more are among our clients.

Former also known as #VirtualSpaceHero.

Collaboration Workplace Experience & Learning culture

Academy for Diversity and Innovation

https://www.diversityinnovation.academy/

As one of the founders of the Academy for Diversity and Innovation, our vision is to create an inclusive space where individuals from diverse backgrounds could come together and foster innovation. We recognize that diversity is not just a buzzword, but a powerful driver of creativity, problem-solving, and progress. By bringing together people with different perspectives, experiences, and expertise, we believe that we could unleash a new wave of innovation that would benefit organisations, but also society as a whole. We want to break down barriers, challenge the status quo, and empower individuals to embrace their unique identities and contribute to a more inclusive and innovative world.

Through the Academy, we aim to provide opportunities for learning, collaboration, and personal growth, ensuring that diversity and innovation became integral parts of our culture and the broader community. We are driven by the belief that when people are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to the table, the possibilities for discovery and advancement become limitless.

🔥Who are we? Creating diverse and inclusive learning spaces enables the development of collective intelligence and social innovation.

🔥How do we do that? We use collaborative methods in the virtual space to foster closeness at a distance and support people in learning from each other across the globe.

🔥What do we do? We offer a hyper-diverse selection of courses and master classes where we can all grow together.

Co-Founder & Senior DEIB strategist 

Global Case Study Challenge

🔥GLOBAL WORK COMPETENCY LABORATORY
We are a female-led virtual team driving a future-oriented movement of global, conscious, and sustainable thinkers and leaders. We prepare students and young professionals for future careers. We help educators and learning professionals upskill for the digital world. We consult and train HEIs on internationalization, virtual exchange, and sustainability.

http://www.globalcasestudychallenge.com

My key responsibilities:
🌍 Co-founded the Global Case Study Challenge, connecting 500+ learners every year from diverse backgrounds, fostering cross-cultural communication and leadership development.
🎯 Crafting a holistic learning strategy aligning with key business outcomes, boosting participant engagement by 40%.
🛠️ Leading the end-to-end instructional design process, from needs analysis to content delivery, optimizing learning experiences for remote and hybrid environments.
🤝 Facilitating interactive workshops and webinars, engaging C-suite to entry-level employees, driving measurable improvements in teamwork and productivity.
📊 Implementing data-driven approaches for continuous improvement and learning transfer.
🌈 Designing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles into curriculum and community, amplifying underrepresented voices and perspectives.
💡 Introducing cutting-edge educational tech tools to personalize learning journeys, leading to an increase in learning transfer.

🔥The Global Case Study Challenge (#GCSC) is a real intercultural and virtual experience, which provides the participants with invaluable experience for their private and professional lives. Educators from 30 universities across the globe with more than 1450 students participated in this experiential COIL and virtual exchange project in the past editions!

Co-Founder & Senior Learning Experience Architect 

CreativeMornings Valencia

🎤 Coaching speakers to craft authentic, impactful talks for the CreativeMornings stage

✍️ Supporting them in shaping personal stories into clear, engaging narratives

🧠 Sharing tips on structure, storytelling, and stage presence

Speaker Coaching

FHWien der WKW

Professor's Training:
- Virtual Facilitation
- Virtual Exchange & COIL


External lecturer for the courses
- Organisational Culture & Intercultural Management
- International Human Resource Management
- Human Resource Development

External Lecturer Organisational Culture & New Ways of Working 

Our collective effort was aimed at pushing boundaries in the world of work, optimizing workplace productivity, and fostering sustainable, meaningful employment practices.

Key Responsibilities:

👉Leading a multidisciplinary research team investigating the 'New Ways of Working'.
👉Spearheading the design, implementation, and analysis of comprehensive studies on workplace trends and emerging work practices.
👉Developing research strategies and methodologies that yield reliable data and actionable insights.
👉Presenting findings to key stakeholders to drive informed decision-making and implement cutting-edge workplace strategies.
👉Collaborating with industry leaders and academia to bring in varied perspectives and augment research outcomes.
👉Collaborating directly with companies, providing them with tailor-made insights and guidance, and helping them transition smoothly into innovative work models based on our research.
👉Fostering a robust relationship with the corporate sector, ensuring our research remains relevant and impactful to the industry's changing needs and expectations.
👉Authoring research papers and thought leadership articles that contribute to the body of knowledge in the field of workplace innovations.
👉Communicating research outcomes effectively to internal and external stakeholders, PR & Media outlets, ensuring that our findings drive the wider public discourse on 'New Ways of Working'.
👉Organizing and hosting regular 'Business Breakfast' events, bringing together diverse voices from the industry, academia, and our research team for interactive, insightful discussions.
👉Delivering keynote speeches and presentations at conferences, corporate events, and other professional platforms to disseminate our findings and influence workplace practices across various companies and organizations.
👉Guiding junior researchers and providing mentorship to foster a high-performing research environment.

Senior Researcher "HR & New Ways of Working"

BarbaraCV.com

If you want to get to know me better, click here: www.barbaracv.com.

My passion for new ways of working and learning, coupled with my expertise in diversity, global virtual teams, injects authenticity and vigor into my presentations. I bring a dynamic blend of entertainment, knowledge, and passion to every talk. My approach is to make scientific findings accessible, transforming complex theories into practical, actionable insights. For me, it is all about the audience: My sessions are not just about delivering content but ensuring it resonates profoundly and sustains change.

When you book me as the keynote speaker for your event, you're not just selecting a presenter; you're choosing a partner who deeply values the impact on each audience member. To me, the audience is at the heart of every engagement. My goal is to ensure that everyone in the room doesn't just listen but feels engaged, inspired, and ready to implement new ideas.

My presentations are designed to resonate with diverse groups. I strive to create a connection with my audience, facilitating a space where learning is not only about absorption but about interaction and personal transformation.

The awards my team and I have received highlight our commitment to crafting educational experiences that truly make a difference. These accolades testify to our success in creating environments that foster understanding and real change.

Let's make your next event unforgettable!

Please check out my over 120 recommendations here on LinkedIn!

Professional Keynote Speaker, MC & Moderator

Charlotte Sweeney Associates Ltd

With a passion for promoting diversity and nurturing inclusive environments. I believe that fostering an inclusive workplace culture is essential for encouraging innovation and enhancing team productivity. By applying my understanding of global diversity issues, interpersonal communication, leadership knowledge and empathy, I strive to provide transformative solutions that align with the values and goals of the organizations I work with.

Key responsibilities:

👉Conducting insightful diversity, equity, and inclusion workshops aimed at promoting open dialogue and understanding among employees.
👉Developing tailored training materials that address the specific needs and challenges of different organizations.
👉Utilizing data analytics to measure the impact of diversity and inclusion initiatives and adjusting strategies accordingly.
👉Advising management teams on best practices to ensure ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.
👉Advocating for underrepresented groups within organizations and implementing strategies to ensure their voices are heard and considered.
👉Regularly updating and refining training methodologies based on new research and trends in the field of diversity and inclusion.

Associate DEIB

HRweb.at

I love writing about my research and show the practical implications. Most of my articles are about New Ways of Working, DEIB, positive leadership, global virtual teams, culture and Organisational Development.

HR Blogger

Ferdinand Porsche FernFH

Course International Business
In the Master´s Programme: International Business & Management, https://www.fernfh.ac.at/

External Lecturer International Business 

FH Burgenland

External Lecturer Innovation in Learning Design

💡Remote Work & Learning Expert | TOP50 HR Influencer Austria 2023 | Virtual Enthusiast | Researcher | Keynote Speaker | Executive Coach & Passionate Dancer💃barbaracv.com

💪 Being an inclusive remote or hybrid workplace is essential to converting your employees into highly engaged and motivated team members.

Not sure where to start😵‍💫?  I'm here to support you!

Let's work together to optimize your structures and processes to become a remote first employer of choice and equip your leaders and team members with the skills necessary to work together from anywhere, successfully!

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I define myself as a Virtual Enthusiast, researcher by education, speaker by passion and author by results.

Throughout my career, I developed a great passion for New Ways of Working & Learning, Positive Leadership & CULTURE overall. I have given numerous keynote speeches, conducted workshops and training across the globe. The combination of evidence-based tools with highly practical approaches drives me as a speaker and consultant. 
𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 2010, 𝐈’𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 5.000 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬.

I support individuals, teams, and businesses of all sizes to leverage the power of becoming a great virtual or hybrid organisation that attracts top talent from across the globe and works together from anywhere, effectively and successfully.

💡Want to make sure that your virtual or hybrid teams are productive and have a strong bond?
💡Want to equip your managers to lead confidently from anywhere?
💡Want to create an inclusive, engaging and entertaining virtual LIVE experience, build trust and elevate your brand?

Get your strategy right with me - success guaranteed. #𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐨 🚀

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Please have a look at the different recommendations directly here in my LinkedIn recommendation section. You will find more than 100 satisfied customers. If you’re considering taking the next step in your virtual or hybrid journey, reach out. 

𝐋𝐞𝐭`𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 

✉ Send me a message barbara@barbaracv.com 

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people will forget what you did,
but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
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