Malthe Sigurdsson
About Malthe Sigurdsson
Malthe Sigurdsson is the Chief Design Officer at Handshake, where he has worked since 2021. With over 25 years of experience in design leadership, he has held significant roles at various companies, including Stripe, Skype, and The Factory.
Work at Handshake
Malthe Sigurdsson has served as the Chief Design Officer at Handshake since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading the design strategy and overseeing the design team within the organization. His work focuses on enhancing user experience and ensuring that design aligns with the company's goals. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he has contributed to the company's growth and design initiatives over the past three years.
Previous Experience in Design Leadership
Prior to his role at Handshake, Malthe Sigurdsson held various significant positions in design leadership. He was the Head of Design at Stripe from 2015 to 2020, where he managed design efforts for both B2B and consumer products. He also served as Creative Director and Head of Design at Skype from 2003 to 2008, contributing to the brand's design direction during a pivotal time in its development. His experience spans over 25 years in the design field.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Malthe co-founded The Factory in San Francisco, where he worked as Managing Partner from 2013 to 2015. This role involved building and scaling design organizations, showcasing his ability to lead teams and projects effectively. His entrepreneurial experience complements his extensive background in design leadership.
Education and Early Career
Malthe Sigurdsson studied at Midtfyns Gymnasium, where he focused on Chemistry and English, completing his high school education from 1991 to 1994. His early career included a position as Digital Art Director at Leo Burnett in Copenhagen from 2001 to 2003, where he developed skills that would later inform his design leadership roles.
Experience in Various Design Roles
Throughout his career, Malthe has held several roles that contributed to his expertise in design. He worked as Executive-in-Residence at Atomico for five months in 2021, providing insights into design strategies for startups. His diverse experiences across multiple disciplines and locations have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both B2B and consumer-oriented product design.