Carl Malmqvist
About Carl Malmqvist
Carl Malmqvist serves as the Regional Director for South Asia Pacific at Axis Communications, a position he has held since 2018. He has a strong background in economics and extensive experience in managing regional operations across multiple countries.
Work at Axis Communications
Since 2018, Carl Malmqvist has served as the Regional Director South Asia Pacific at Axis Communications, based in Singapore. In this role, he has been instrumental in expanding the company's presence in the South Asia Pacific region. His responsibilities include overseeing regional operations and implementing strategies to enhance market penetration and customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Carl Malmqvist holds a Master's degree in Economics from Umeå University, where he studied from 1995 to 2000. He also completed courses at Uppsala University, focusing on Economics, Russian history, and Economic history from 1995 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in economic analysis and regional market dynamics.
Background in Business Sweden
Prior to his role at Axis Communications, Carl Malmqvist worked at Business Sweden, formerly known as the Swedish Trade Council. His positions included Senior Project Manager & Head of Delivery from 2009 to 2011, Market Manager for Malaysia & the Philippines from 2011 to 2013, and Trade Commissioner for Malaysia and Country Manager for the Philippines from 2014 to 2018. His experience at Business Sweden involved managing various projects and regional operations.
Professional Philosophy
Carl Malmqvist emphasizes the importance of Emotional Intelligence in achieving sustainable business growth. He believes that understanding and managing emotions in a business context can lead to better decision-making and improved team dynamics, which are essential for long-term success in regional operations.