GomSpace elevates leadership with Henrik Kalstrup as Vice President, Product Business Unit
Effective March 1, 2024, GomSpace is strengthening its leadership by appointing Henrik Kalstrup as Vice President of the Product Business Unit. Henrik has 20 years of experience from Cobham SATCOM and is based in Aalborg.
As earlier announced, a strategic focus for GomSpace is enhancing the product business. In 2024, the goal is to outperform the 2023 product order intake globally, with a specific emphasis on solidifying the Product business as a substantial contributor to company profitability.
In a move to strengthen the corporate leadership and emphasize the development of the product business, GomSpace has appointed Henrik Kalstrup as the Vice President for its Product Business Unit. With two decades of experience at Cobham SATCOM, Henrik Kalstrup most recently held the position of "Director of the Critical Communications Global Agile Team," concentrating on product management and product creation.
CEO, Carsten Drachmann comments: “Having Henrik Kalstrup join us to spearhead our product business is truly motivating and exciting. Leveraging his substantial expertise in product management, go-to-market strategies, and SatCom knowledge, Henrik possesses a solid foundation for success. With his arrival, we've established clarity, focus, leadership, and accountability to achieve the desired product business results for 2024 and beyond. A warm welcome to Henrik!”.
Henrik, an accomplished Director, excels in dynamic leadership and innovative strategies, blending technical skills with business acumen. Formerly Director of Critical Communications Global Agile, he was instrumental in driving revenue growth in a $30 million business, managing solution projects and Go-To-Market strategies. Holding an Executive MBA and a Master's in Management of Technology, Henrik is recognized for determination, boldness, and collaboration. His leadership at Cobham SATCOM, Thrane & Thrane A/S, and Eurocom Industries showcased global team leadership, innovation, and adept handling of challenges. Recent achievements include creating Cobham’s first Managed Service platform and establishing a global Product Management team, reinforcing his reputation as a results-driven leader in technology and communications.
For more information, please contact:
Carsten Drachmann (CEO)
Tel: +45 40 63 40 36
E-mail: cdra @ gomspace.com
About GomSpace Group AB
The company’s business operations are mainly conducted through the wholly-owned Danish subsidiary, GomSpace A/S, with operational office in Aalborg, Denmark. GomSpace is a space company with a mission to be engaged in the global market for space systems and services by introducing new products, i.e. components, platforms and systems based on innovation within professional nanosatellites. The company is listed on the Nasdaq First North Premier exchange under the ticker GOMX. FNCA Sweden AB is the Company’s Certified Adviser. For more information, please visit our website on www.gomspace.com.
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