Gustav Gustavsson
About Gustav Gustavsson
Gustav Gustavsson is the Director of Business Development at Saab, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company and a strong educational background in electronics and leadership.
Current Role at Saab
Gustav Gustavsson currently holds the position of Director of Business Development at Saab, a role he has occupied since 2018. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing business development initiatives and strategies. His work is based in Arboga, where he has been instrumental in enhancing Saab's business operations. His experience in this role includes managing partnerships and support strategies for Saab's major platforms.
Previous Experience at Saab
Prior to his current role, Gustavsson held several positions at Saab. He served as Deputy Section Manager for Test Solutions from 2012 to 2013 and was responsible for various test solutions projects. He also worked as Business Responsible for Gripen within the Sensor & Test Solution department from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he contributed to partnership and support strategies for Gripen from 2015 to 2017. His extensive experience at Saab spans over a decade, beginning in 2006 as a System Engineer.
Educational Background
Gustavsson has a diverse educational background. He studied Electronics at Örebro University, earning a Master of Science from 2003 to 2007. He also completed various training programs, including the Saab Academy's leadership program from 2008 to 2014. His studies include a focus on organizational collaboration and business governance, as well as training in technical fields from institutions such as STF Ingenjörsutbildning and Citerus. In 2021, he furthered his education at Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee.
Professional Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Gustavsson has engaged in numerous professional development programs. He completed training at Svenska Fotbollsförbundets Tränarutbildning and FAJV - Inre ledarskap, both in 2012 and 2013, respectively. His training has equipped him with skills in leadership and organizational management. He has also explored innovative business models and service strategies, focusing on enhancing value in the service sector.
Contributions to Business Models
Gustavsson has led the development of a new business and service model aimed at improving support and maintenance for Saab's major platforms. His work involves exploring organizational collaboration to align interests and implement changes in business setup and governance structures. He currently serves as Partner Manager for several of Saab's key support and maintenance partners, showcasing his role in fostering strategic partnerships.