Linus Karlesand (Formerly Schälin)
About Linus Karlesand (Formerly Schälin)
Linus Karlesand is an IT Business Partner and Service Manager at Sinch, with a background in project management and consulting at notable firms such as Husqvarna Group and Deloitte. He holds multiple degrees in IT and management from Linköping University and has extensive experience in business transformation and change management.
Current Role at Sinch
Linus Karlesand serves as the IT Business Partner & Service Manager at Sinch, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from Jönköping, Jonkoping County, Sweden. In this role, he is responsible for aligning IT services with business needs, ensuring effective communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Husqvarna Group
Karlesand worked at Husqvarna Group as a Project Manager in the Digital Solutions Program Management Office from 2019 to 2021. During his two-year tenure in Jönköping, he managed various digital projects, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and delivering innovative solutions.
Career at Deloitte Consulting
Linus Karlesand's career at Deloitte Consulting spanned several roles from 2013 to 2019. He began as an Analyst in 2013, progressing to Senior Consultant and then Manager by 2017. His work involved consulting for C-level management and participating in business transformation and change management projects.
Educational Background
Karlesand holds a Master's degree in IT and Management from Linköpings universitet, which he completed in 2013. He also studied at Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, earning another Master's degree in 2012. His academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Information Management from Linköpings universitet, achieved in 2012.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Linus Karlesand has developed expertise in IT strategy, project audits, and IT sourcing throughout his career. He specializes in business transformation and change management projects, demonstrating a proven track record of consulting for C-level management across various functions.