Hogne Fevang
About Hogne Fevang
Hogne Fevang is a Senior Sales Director at Cognite AS, specializing in IT, Telecommunication, Biotechnology, and Agriculture. He has extensive experience in international sales and business development, having held senior positions at several companies over the past two decades.
Current Role at Cognite
Hogne Fevang serves as the Senior Sales Director at Cognite AS, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and operations, focusing on driving revenue growth and expanding market presence. His expertise in managing sales departments includes full profit and loss responsibility, budgeting, and forecasting. Fevang's leadership contributes to Cognite's objectives in key industries such as IT, Telecommunication, Biotechnology, and Agriculture.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Prior to joining Cognite, Hogne Fevang held several significant positions in sales leadership. He worked as the Senior Vice President of Sales for EMEA at Agrinos AS from 2010 to 2014, where he focused on expanding the company's market reach. Before that, he served as Vice President of Sales for Global Accounts at Vyke AS from 2005 to 2008. His earlier experience includes a role as Regionssjef at Smartcall ASA from 2000 to 2003, where he managed regional sales operations.
Educational Background
Hogne Fevang has a solid educational foundation in business and management. He studied at BI Norwegian Business School, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management from 1995 to 1999. He also attended the University of Macau for 11 months in 1999, focusing on Management. This academic background supports his extensive experience in sales and business development.
Expertise in International Sales
Fevang possesses extensive experience in international sales, having worked across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. His hands-on approach to sales has allowed him to build strong customer relationships in challenging markets, leveraging his cultural exposure from global travel. This expertise is crucial for navigating diverse business environments and understanding customer needs.
Specialization in Business Development
Hogne Fevang specializes in business development and has a strong background in start-ups. His experience includes managing sales departments with a focus on growth and profitability. Fevang's ability to develop customer relationships and drive sales initiatives has been instrumental in his career, particularly in industries such as IT, Telecommunication, Biotechnology, and Agriculture.