Patrik Svensson Gillstedt
About Patrik Svensson Gillstedt
Patrik Svensson Gillstedt serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategy & Growth Enablement at SITA, where he focuses on strategic partnerships and innovation in the travel and transport industry. He has extensive experience in consulting and management roles across various companies, including Ericsson, Vodafone Business, and McKinsey & Company.
Current Role at SITA
Patrik Svensson Gillstedt serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategy & Growth Enablement at SITA, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, he is responsible for strategic and industry partnerships, aiming to accelerate SITA's vision for the travel and transport industry. He leads SITA Labs, which focuses on innovation and the commercialization of new technologies, including 5G, IoT, and edge computing. Additionally, he oversees sustainability initiatives at SITA, contributing to the development of safer and more sustainable travel ecosystems.
Previous Experience
Before joining SITA, Patrik Svensson Gillstedt held various roles in prominent organizations. He worked at Vodafone Business as Global Head of Strategy and Corporate Development from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, he was an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company from 2011 to 2015. He also served as Managing Principal at Ericsson Management Consulting from 2015 to 2019. His earlier experience includes being an Engagement Partner at QVARTZ from 2006 to 2011 and an Economist at Copenhagen Economics from 2004 to 2006.
Educational Background
Patrik Svensson Gillstedt has a diverse educational background. He studied Industrial Engineering and Management at the Institute of Technology at Linköping University, earning a Master of Science degree from 1998 to 2004. He also studied Political Science and Economics at Linköping University, achieving another Master of Science from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he was a Visiting Graduate Student at the University of Washington, studying Economics from 2002 to 2003. His international experience includes studying as an Exchange Student at Universität Karlsruhe from 2000 to 2001.
Consulting Approach and Expertise
Patrik Svensson Gillstedt utilizes a top-down consulting approach combined with hands-on expertise in organization design and innovation management. His strong focus on building high-performance teams and managing large-scale transformations is evident in his work across the technology and transport sectors. This approach has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and fostering innovation in his various roles.
Writing and Early Career
In the early stages of his career, Patrik Svensson Gillstedt worked as a Freelance Writer for MikroDatorn at IDG Sweden from 1997 to 2005. He also gained experience as an Analyst at Accenture for a brief period in 2003. These roles contributed to his foundational skills in analysis and communication, which have been beneficial throughout his career.