Ulrika Karlsson

Ulrika "Maggan" Karlsson has a diverse work experience in the field of human resources. Ulrika "Maggan" currently holds the position of Director of People Management at Epidemic Sound since January 2024. Prior to this, they served as the Director of People Operations at the same company starting in November 2021. Before joining Epidemic Sound, they were employed by Mojang Studios as a Senior HRBP and Head of Workplace Experience from November 2019 to November 2021. Ulrika "Maggan" briefly worked as an HR Business Partner at iZettle from August to November 2019 before transitioning to Mojang Studios. Ulrika has also worked at H&M as an HRBP in Marketing & Communications, where they were involved in organizational development, change management, and team development, from April 2018 to August 2019. Ulrika "Maggan" held other positions within H&M as well, including Senior HR Specialist Learning & Development, IT, from May 2016 to April 2018. Ulrika Karlsson has also contributed to various organizations, such as serving on the Member Advisory Board for MazeID and working as Chief People Officer - HR Manager at Mynewsdesk. Ulrika "Maggan" has a strong background in leadership development, performance management, talent acquisition, and change management. Ulrika began their career at Ericsson, where they held several roles, including Competence Manager, HR Manager, and Human Resources Officer. Ulrika "Maggan" also gained experience as a Human Resources Assistant at Ericsson Mobile Communication AB while completing their university studies. Ulrika Karlsson has a proven track record in creating sustainable work cultures, driving employee engagement, and developing organizations as an employer.

Ulrika "Maggan" Karlsson's education history is as follows:

- From 1998 to 2001, they obtained a Masters Degree in Work Science (Personal och arbetsvetenskap, inriktning organisation & ledarskap) from Linköping University.

- In 1996 and 1997, they completed a 40 p program in Psychology at Linköping University.

- In 2013, they attended Hyper Island and completed a Master Class in Digital Strategy.

- From 2010 to 2011, they received certification as a Certified Coach in Individual Coaching from Inner & Outer Management.

- In 2009, they became a workshop leader after completing a program at Advantum kompetens.

- In 2007, they attended Stockholm University for Project Management.

- From 2001 to 2002, they studied Human Resources Management and Leadership at Ericsson University.

Additionally, Ulrika "Maggan" Karlsson has obtained the following certifications:

- ICP-AHR ICAgile Certified Professional in Agility in HR from ICAgile in 2020.

- TEQ – Emotional Competence from Thomas International in 2013.

- TAS – Team Profile from Thomas International in 2012.

- TST – Mental Capacity from Thomas International in 2012.

- PPA – Personality Profile from Thomas International in 2011.

- Career View Profile from Decision Dynamics AB in 2003.

- OPQ – Personality Questionnaire from SHL Talent Measurement from CEB in 2003.