Joakim Rutegard has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Joakim is currently working as a Strategic Business Architect at ManoMotion, where they focus on utilizing mobile cameras to enable hand motion communication with computers. Prior to this, Joakim worked as a Business Developer at Rutegård Konsult, where they emphasized successful change management and strategy. Joakim also held the position of Manager of Sales & Business Developer at OCKELBO OST AB, and Managing Director Sales at Falengreen A/S, a Danish company within the DKI Group. Joakim's experience extends to their role as an Initiatives Manager at Digitala Insatsstyrkan, where they worked with IT companies to assist local businesses in their digitalization efforts. Joakim also served as a Change Management/Strategy-activist at Mind & Space AB, winning a public procurement for ALMI's development project on Gotland island. Joakim's entrepreneurial journey includes being a Project Leader/Entrepreneur/Managing Director at Pleasy Golf, where they secured venture capital and government grants for their golf brand innovation. Prior to that, they held various roles at Arla Foods, including Key Account Manager, Supply Chain Project Manager, Global Project Digital Asset Manager, Category Manager, and Trade Marketing Manager. Joakim also worked as an Area Sales Manager at Arla Foods amba and Nordpartnergruppen AB, where they introduced innovative products and private labels to retailers. Overall, Joakim Rutegard's work experience showcases their expertise in business development, change management, sales, and strategy implementation.
Joakim Rutegard's education history is as follows:
- Bachelor's Degree IHM Business School: From 1999 to 2001, Joakim Rutegard studied at IHM Business School and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Market Economy & Business Management.
- Ensize International: In 2016 to 2017, Joakim Rutegard pursued a specialist course at Ensize International. The field of study was Human behavior unleashing human potential.
- Styrelseakademien: In 2016, Joakim Rutegard attended Styrelseakademien for a certification course. Joakim obtained a certification titled "Rätt fokus i Styrelsearbetet!" which means "Right focus in Board work!"
- Corporate Educations at Arla Foods: From 1999 to 2008, Joakim Rutegard underwent corporate education programs at Arla Foods. The specific degree obtained is not mentioned, but the studies included Project Management and other subjects.
- Pasadena City College: In 1983 to 1984, Joakim Rutegard attended Pasadena City College and completed their graduation. The field of study is mentioned as Class of '84, but no specific degree is mentioned.
Additionally, Joakim Rutegard has obtained the following certifications:
- Challenger - ABB Analytical Measurement Startup Challenge 2022: In December 2022, Joakim Rutegard received a certification from Microsoft for completing the Challenger - ABB Analytical Measurement Startup Challenge 2022.
- En Svensk Klassiker: In September 2006, Joakim Rutegard achieved the certification for completing En Svensk Klassiker. It is described as a kind of iron-man challenge involving cross-country skiing, cycling, swimming, and running long distances.
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver: Joakim Rutegard obtained the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification in 1988, though the specific month is not provided.
December, 2021 - present