Helene Markås
About Helene Markås
Helene Markås is the Facilities Director at Embark Studios, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in project management and executive assistance, having held roles at companies such as Electronic Arts and The Boston Consulting Group.
Current Role at Embark Studios
Helene Markås serves as the Facilities Director at Embark Studios, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on delivering company performance objectives and supports the Recruiter team across the Nordic region. Her responsibilities include developing, executing, and measuring project management and procedures, ensuring that the facilities meet the operational needs of the studio.
Previous Experience at Electronic Arts
Prior to her current role, Helene Markås worked at Electronic Arts (EA) from 2011 to 2017. She held the positions of Executive Assistant and Project Leader, where she contributed to various projects and initiatives. In 2018, she briefly served as a Project Manager at EA, further enhancing her project management skills within the gaming industry.
Professional Background at DICE and The Boston Consulting Group
Helene Markås began her career at The Boston Consulting Group, where she worked as a Senior Secretary from 1989 to 1995. She later joined DICE (EA Digital Illusions CE AB) as an Executive Assistant, serving from 2003 to 2011. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in administrative support and project coordination within high-profile organizations.
Educational Background
Helene Markås has a diverse educational background. She studied German language studies at Stockholm University from 1992 to 1994. Additionally, she pursued Economics at Folkuniversitetet from 2001 to 2002 and completed the Chefsekreterarlinjen program at the International Business School from 1988 to 1989. In 2008, she also studied Project Leadership at IHM Business School.
Skills and Expertise
Helene Markås possesses expertise in change management and employee development. She is recognized for her ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of the business. Her focus on delivering company performance objectives and her experience in project management contribute to her effectiveness in her current role and previous positions.