Ulrik Illum

Business Development Director Europe at OCTAL - an Alpek Polyester Business

Ulrik Illum has over 30 years of experience in various sales and managerial roles. Ulrik began their career in 1993 as an Export Sales Manager at Flexa Spa. Ulrik then worked as a Sales Manager at Mols Plast A/S and Bantex Business A/S before joining Eni-Trade International AS as a Sales Manager in 2000. In 2004, they became an Area Sales Manager at Klöckner Pentaplast, where they stayed until 2013. From 2014 to 2019, Ulrik worked as an Area Sales Manager at POLIFILM EXTRUSION GMBH, a leading manufacturer of extrusion and protective films. Most recently, they have been serving as a Key Account Manager at Amcor Flexibles Europe, Middle East, and Africa since 2019. Ulrik's current role is as the Business Development Director for Europe at OCTAL, an Alpek Polyester Business.

Ulrik Illum completed a Diploma in Business Administration with a specialization in Strategy at the Business Institute from 2008 to 2009. There is no information provided regarding their attendance or degree at the Danish Business College or Sorø Akademi. In addition to their formal education, Ulrik Illum has obtained several certifications from LinkedIn, including Introduction to ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance, SharePoint Online Essential Training: Beyond the Basics, Team Collaboration in Microsoft 365, Using Microsoft Teams and Outlook Together: Maximizing Productivity, Performance Management: Setting Goals and Managing Performance, Setting Team and Employee Goals Using SMART Methodology, and SharePoint Online Essential Training: The Basics, all obtained in 2023.

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  • Business Development Director Europe

    January, 2023 - present