Cecilie Gaustad
About Cecilie Gaustad
Cecilie Gaustad serves as the Head of IT for the Nordics at PRA Group, a position she has held since 2019. With a background in project management and business intelligence, she has over 15 years of experience in the IT sector across various roles and companies.
Current Role at PRA Group
Cecilie Gaustad serves as the Head of IT for the Nordics at PRA Group, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees IT operations and strategy for the Nordic region, contributing to the company's technological advancements and operational efficiency. Her leadership is pivotal in aligning IT initiatives with business objectives, ensuring that the organization remains competitive in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at PRA Group
Prior to her current role, Cecilie worked at PRA Group as a Project Manager from 2016 to 2019. During her three years in this position, she managed various projects aimed at enhancing the company's operational capabilities. Her experience at PRA Group laid the foundation for her subsequent promotion to Head of IT.
Career at EVRY Norge
Cecilie Gaustad has extensive experience at EVRY Norge, where she held multiple roles over a span of seven years. She managed a Business Intelligence reporting solution from 2009 to 2014 and served as Team Leader for Reporting Development from 2014 to 2016. Her work focused on improving reporting processes and developing business intelligence capabilities within the organization.
Early Career in IT Project Coordination
Cecilie began her career in IT project coordination, working at Proffice Norge as an IT Project Coordinator from 2005 to 2007. She then continued in a similar role at EVRY Norge from 2007 to 2009. These positions provided her with foundational skills in project management and coordination, which she built upon in her later roles.
Educational Background
Cecilie Gaustad studied at Merkantilt institutt, where she focused on Sales, Marketing, and Communication from 1996 to 1997. This educational background equipped her with essential skills in business communication and marketing strategies, contributing to her effectiveness in various roles throughout her career.