Fredrik Limsater
About Fredrik Limsater
Fredrik Limsater is the CEO of Iconik and a founder of ftrack, both part of Backlight. He has extensive experience in the film and technology sectors, having held various leadership roles and contributed to significant acquisitions and international expansions.
Work at Backlight
Fredrik Limsater serves as the CEO of Iconik, a Backlight business, since 2023. He has been involved with Backlight since 2021, initially as the CEO and founder of ftrack, another Backlight business. In addition to his role as CEO, he is also a Board Member at Backlight. His leadership has contributed to the growth and development of the company's offerings in the media and entertainment sector.
Previous Experience at Fido Film
Fredrik Limsater worked as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Fido Film from 2008 to 2013. During his five years in this role, he was based in Stockholm, Sweden. His tenure at Fido Film provided him with valuable experience in the film industry, which he later applied to his work at ftrack and Backlight.
Education and Expertise
Fredrik Limsater studied at Linköping University, where he completed a Master of Science in Media Technology & Engineering from 1999 to 2004. He also participated in the Entrepreneurship and New Business Development Programme at Linköping University from 2002 to 2003. Additionally, he studied Cinematography at UCLA in 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and entrepreneurship within the media sector.
Achievements in the Industry
Fredrik Limsater has made significant contributions to the media and entertainment industry. He led the acquisition of cineSync, an award-winning tool, into the ftrack platform in 2019. In 2021, he received an Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences for his contributions to the design, architecture, and engineering of ftrack Studio. He also played a key role in the acquisition of ftrack by PSG Equity/Backlight in 2021.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Fredrik Limsater actively mentors and advises Swedish start-ups, contributing to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. His involvement in mentoring reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging businesses in Sweden.