Ingemar Ylikangas
About Ingemar Ylikangas
Ingemar Ylikangas is the Director of Business Development at Northvolt, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in business development and marketing, having held various leadership positions at companies such as Navetti, Vendavo, and Volvo Car Corporation.
Current Role at Northvolt
Ingemar Ylikangas serves as the Director of Business Development Revolt at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Stockholm, Sweden. In this role, he has pioneered the establishment of Northvolt's first business development function within the recycling sector. His focus includes creating material return flows from Northvolt's client base to support sales activities aimed at acquiring new clients. Ylikangas has built a team from scratch, contributing to the company's mission in a fast-paced work environment.
Previous Experience at Navetti
Before joining Northvolt, Ylikangas worked at Navetti for a total of eight years in various leadership roles. He served as Vice President of Sales from 2016 to 2019 and as Vice President of Marketing from 2011 to 2016. His tenure at Navetti involved strategic oversight of sales and marketing initiatives, enhancing the company's market presence in Stockholm, Sweden.
Educational Background
Ylikangas studied at Luleå University of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Industrial Engineering and Management. His studies spanned from 1995 to 2000, focusing on an economic profile in Industrial Marketing and a technical profile in Mechanical Engineering. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in business development and management.
Career History and Roles
Ingemar Ylikangas has held various positions across multiple organizations throughout his career. He worked at Volvo Car Corporation as an Internship in Business Development in 1998, and later at the Swedish Armed Forces as a Group Manager. His roles also include Product Portfolio Manager at BMI Group, Product Director and Vice President Customer Success at Vendavo, and positions at Atlas Copco and ABB. His diverse experience spans over two decades in business development, marketing, and product management.
Leadership and Team Development
Ylikangas has demonstrated leadership capabilities by building teams from the ground up in his various roles. At Northvolt, he has focused on developing a business development team specifically for the recycling sector. His experience in managing teams and driving initiatives forward has been a significant aspect of his professional journey.