Jakob Tornell

Jakob Tornell is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruitment, currently serving as Senior Global Talent Partner at Acast, the world's largest independent podcast company, since March 2021. Prior to this role, Jakob operated as Owner of Vince Carter Media, working as a freelance journalist since 2007, and held various prominent positions including Konsultchef at KIMM and at Wise Professionals, where recruitment solutions were designed for top brands in Sweden. Additionally, Jakob has experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager at Groupon and served as Head of Recruitment at Mynewsdesk, overseeing comprehensive recruitment processes. With a solid educational background that includes a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of Gothenburg and a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Örebro University, Jakob Tornell has developed a strong foundation in both recruitment and media, including roles as a sports commentator for Eurosport.