Chris Kjær Sørensen

Co-Founder & CTO at Landfolk

Chris Kjær Sørensen has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Chris is currently the Co-Founder and CTO of Landfolk since February 2021. Prior to this, they were the owner of chriskjaer since September 2012, where they provided advisory and angel investing services for startups such as Wedio, PERE, Landfolk, and Gaest.

From January 2019 to February 2021, Chris worked as a Software Engineer at Airbnb. Before that, they co-founded and served as the Chief Architect of Gaest.com from September 2015 to January 2019. Gaest.com is a platform that facilitates the rental of venues for meetings, workshops, and conferences.

Chris also worked as a Full Stack Developer at Boligbesked.dk ApS from October 2014 to September 2015, where they utilized cutting-edge technologies to create tools, apps, and websites. From December 2012 to September 2014, they worked as a Frontend Developer and Digital Designer at Klean, focusing on implementing mobile and responsive solutions for various platforms.

In 2011, Chris co-founded Breaking Boundaries, a web development consultancy firm, where they worked as a Digital Designer until January 2013. Chris has also served as a Technical Advisor at Gambia Technical Training Institute in 2012, assisting with web development in a mobile-centric environment.

Chris started their career as a 3D Modeler and Graphic Design Intern at Make Me in 2010. Prior to that, they worked as a First Level Supporter at TDC from February 2008 to June 2008.

Overall, Chris Kjær Sørensen's work experience demonstrates their expertise in software engineering, startup advisory, web development, and digital design.

Chris Kjær Sørensen has a diverse education history. Chris first attended Hobro Gymnasium from 2004 to 2007, where they completed the International Upper Secondary School Leaving Examination. Later, they enrolled in Erhvervsakademi Aarhus | Business Academy Aarhus from 2008 to 2010, focusing on Multimedia Design and Communication and earning an AP Degree. Chris further pursued their education at the same institution from 2010 to 2012, specializing in Web Development and obtaining a Bachelor's degree.

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  • Co-Founder & CTO

    February, 2021 - present