Philip Lagström
About Philip Lagström
Philip Lagström serves as the General Manager for Sweden at Kindred Group plc, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in management and consulting roles, including previous positions at Mokuzai Watches, Stratsys AB, and Kindred Group plc itself.
Current Role at Kindred Group
Philip Lagström serves as the General Manager for Sweden at Kindred Group plc since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the Swedish market. His leadership aims to enhance the company's presence and performance in the region.
Previous Experience at Kindred Group
Lagström has a substantial history with Kindred Group plc, having held multiple positions. He worked as a Management Trainee from 2016 to 2017 in London and later as a Corporate Development Manager from 2017 to 2021 in Stockholm. Additionally, he served as the Country Manager for Unibet Sweden from 2021 to 2023, focusing on market strategies and operational management.
Professional Background
Before joining Kindred Group, Lagström co-founded Mokuzai Watches, where he worked from 2015 to 2018 in Gothenburg. He also held the position of Performance Management Consultant at Stratsys AB for a year. His early career included roles as an Insurance Advisor at If P&C Insurance and various sales positions in retail.
Educational Qualifications
Lagström holds a Master's Degree in Management of Growing Enterprises from the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg, completed in 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Economic Education with a specialization in marketing from Halmstad University, where he studied from 2011 to 2014. His foundational education includes studies in Business and English at Charles City High School.
Internships and Early Career
Lagström's early career included internships at The BizDojo in Auckland and LUDA Elektronik AB in Gothenburg. These experiences provided him with practical skills in business operations and management. He also worked as a salesman at Elkjop AS and ONOFF Sverige AB, gaining valuable customer service and sales experience.