Troels O. Lindblad
About Troels O. Lindblad
Troels O. Lindblad serves as the Chief Financial Officer at United Fintech, where he has played a significant role in the acquisition and scaling of fintech companies. He has a strong academic background in Economics and Business Administration, with degrees from Copenhagen Business School and Università Bocconi.
Current Role at United Fintech
Troels O. Lindblad serves as the Chief Financial Officer at United Fintech, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. He is part of the management team, which includes institutional shareholders such as BNP Paribas and Citigroup. Lindblad has played a significant role in the acquisition and scaling of five fintech companies since the company's inception in 2020.
Professional Experience in Finance
Lindblad has extensive experience in the finance sector, having worked in various roles at Danske Bank. He started as a part-time Analyst in 2015, later becoming an Associate from 2017 to 2020, and then an Associate Director from 2020 to 2022. He also held the position of Head of M&A and Funding at United Fintech from 2022 to 2024, where he contributed to the company's growth and strategic initiatives.
Educational Background
Troels O. Lindblad has a strong academic foundation in economics and business administration. He earned a Master of Science (MS) in Economics and Business Administration from Copenhagen Business School, where he studied Accounting and Finance from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in International Business from the same institution, completed from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he studied at Università Bocconi, focusing on Economics and Business Administration during an exchange program from 2014 to 2015, and attended Boston College Carroll School of Management for an exchange program in 2012.
Research and Early Career
Before his roles in finance, Lindblad gained experience as a Research Assistant at Copenhagen Business School in 2011. He worked there for six months, contributing to academic projects. His early career also included a position as a Student Assistant at D/S Norden A/S from 2011 to 2012 and as a part-time Analyst at ABG Sundal Collier from 2013 to 2015.
Background in Investment Banking
Lindblad has a background in investment banking, specifically in M&A advisory across various industries. His experience in this area has informed his strategic decision-making and financial oversight in his current role at United Fintech, where he has been involved in significant acquisitions and scaling efforts.