Stig Efsen
About Stig Efsen
Stig Efsen is the Vice President at Trifork A/S with extensive experience in various leadership roles across multiple companies, focusing on business development, agile methodologies, and custom development projects.
Professional Experience in Leadership Roles
Stig Efsen has accumulated significant experience in leadership roles across various organizations. He is currently the Vice President at Trifork A/S in the Århus Area, Denmark, a position he has held since 2007. Previously, Efsen served as Vice President, eSecurity at Trifork A/S from 2010 to 2013, and as Vice President, Process Improvement from 2007 to 2010. Before Trifork, he held multiple Vice President positions at TDC A/S, including roles in Nordic IT, Corporate IT Application Management, and Corporate IT between 2004 and 2007. Efsen's leadership trajectory also includes tenure as Business Unit Director, Healthcare and Business Manager, Industrial Systems at Systematic Software Engineering A/S, and Project Manager at Danske Bank.
Academic Background and Certifications
Stig Efsen has an extensive academic and certification background. He holds a Master of Science in Software Engineering from Aalborg University (1986-1991) and has completed various specialized courses and certifications. This includes a Scrum at Scale™ Certified Practitioner certification from ScrumInc/ScrumLab (2018), a Professional Scrum Master certification from Ken Schwaber (2010), a Lean in Depth certification from Mary & Tom Poppendieck (2009), and a Certified PMP from PMI (2004). Efsen also holds a CMMI Practitioner certification from TeraQuest, USA (2000-2003) and attended leadership courses at Copenhagen Business School and Flyvevåbnets Sergent & Reserveofficerskole.
Expertise in Agile and Scrum Methodologies
Stig Efsen has a robust background in agile methodologies, having held roles such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Agile Coach on numerous projects. His certifications from Scrum Alliance as a Certified Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Scrum Practitioner further underscore his expertise. Efsen has managed both small and large teams, including those that are distributed across different locations, ensuring that agile practices are applied effectively. His involvement in app development projects since 2010 has allowed him to emphasize the importance of flexibility and efficiency in project management.
Business Development and Custom Project Management
In his current role at Trifork A/S, Stig Efsen focuses heavily on business development, sales, account management, and product development. He has extensive experience in managing custom development projects tailored to client needs. Efsen’s approach involves a deep understanding of customer requirements, ensuring that solutions are both effective and aligned with client objectives. His skills in business development enhance his ability to foster strong client relationships and drive the company’s growth in competitive markets.
Education in Leadership and Process Improvement
Stig Efsen has enriched his leadership skills through various educational pursuits. He participated in the CBS/TDC Leadership Course: IT Knowledge Track at Copenhagen Business School (2006) and the CBS/Danske Bank Leadership course at the Danske Bank Academy Technology (1993-1994). Efsen also studied IT Process Improvement at TeraQuest, USA, obtaining his CMMI Practitioner certification (2000-2003). These educational experiences have equipped him with insights into leadership and process optimization, which he applies in his roles across different organizations.