Leif Karlen

Leif Karlen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategy planning, business development, and marketing across various industries. Currently serving as Strategy Planning Manager at Air Premia since April 2024, Leif focuses on network strategy and alliances. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Business Development Manager at Avikus, where Leif successfully negotiated strategic collaborations. At LG Electronics, Leif led B2B marketing efforts across the Asia-Pacific region and managed marketing for solar energy products in the U.S. Previous positions include a Project Manager role at Intralink, where Leif advised clients on market entry strategies, and an Assistant Manager position at Samsung Electronics, managing global content partnerships. Leif holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and East Asian Studies from the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA from Yonsei University, and completed a summer intensive Chinese language program at Princeton University.