Lasse Ustrup
About Lasse Ustrup
Lasse Ustrup is a Product Manager specializing in Valuations and Company Secretarial services at Carta in the San Francisco Bay Area. With a diverse background in product management across various industries, he emphasizes teamwork and strategic decision-making in his professional approach.
Work at Carta
Lasse Ustrup currently serves as a Product Manager for Valuations and CoSec at Carta, a role he has held since 2022. His responsibilities include overseeing product development and ensuring that the valuation processes align with the company's objectives. Ustrup's position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he contributes to the company's mission of providing equity management solutions.
Previous Experience at Capdesk
Prior to his role at Carta, Lasse Ustrup worked at Capdesk as a Product Manager focusing on Secondaries for a duration of six months in 2022. His work involved managing product strategies and enhancing user experiences in the equity management sector. This position was split between Copenhagen and London, allowing him to gain international exposure in product management.
Career Background in Product Management
Lasse Ustrup has a comprehensive background in product management, having worked at several organizations. He was a Product Manager at Forsikringsportalen from 2017 to 2019 and served as a Senior Consultant at Deloitte Danmark from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, he held a part-time role as a Project Manager at Forsikringsportalen from 2016 to 2017. His diverse experiences have equipped him with skills in bridging IT and business.
Education and Expertise
Lasse Ustrup holds a Master of Science in E-business from Copenhagen Business School, where he studied from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in IT with a focus on Communication & New Media from Aalborg University between 2011 and 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in product management, particularly in areas that require a blend of technical and business acumen.
Skills and Interests
Lasse Ustrup possesses a strong interest in the startup ecosystem, reflecting his passion for entrepreneurship and innovation. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork and advocates for strategic decision-making in product management, including the significance of saying 'No' when necessary. His industry knowledge spans telecommunications, customer service, insurance, eSports, and consulting.