Erik Karlsson, Cfa
About Erik Karlsson, Cfa
Erik Karlsson is the Vice President of Corporate Development and M&A at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2011. He holds an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a BSBA from Drake University.
Work at Navistar
Erik Karlsson serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development and M&A at Navistar Inc. He has held this position since 2011, contributing to the company's strategic growth and mergers and acquisitions initiatives. His role involves identifying potential acquisition targets, negotiating deals, and integrating new businesses into the Navistar portfolio. Based in Sacramento, California, Karlsson has been instrumental in shaping the corporate development strategies that align with Navistar's long-term objectives.
Education and Expertise
Erik Karlsson holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied Entrepreneurship from 2015 to 2017. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Corporate Finance and Economics from Drake University, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic business development.
Background
Before joining Navistar, Erik Karlsson worked at FDI Collateral Management as a Cost Analyst from 2006 to 2008 in Sacramento, California. This role involved analyzing costs and financial data to support decision-making processes. His experience in cost analysis has contributed to his expertise in corporate finance and development, enabling him to effectively manage financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions at Navistar.
Professional Experience
Erik Karlsson has over 17 years of professional experience in finance and corporate development. His career began with a role as a Cost Analyst at FDI Collateral Management, where he worked for two years. Since 2011, he has been with Navistar Inc, where he has developed significant expertise in corporate development and mergers and acquisitions. His extensive experience in these areas supports his current responsibilities and strategic initiatives at Navistar.