Christian Lindkvist

Christian Lindkvist has a diverse range of work experience, starting with their current position as a Regional Sales Manager at TAKT. In this role, they are responsible for B2B contract sales in Scandinavia, focusing on advising clients, driving business growth, and developing relationships with interior architects, designers, furniture dealers, and purchasers. Christian also works on new business development and market analysis.

Prior to this, Lindkvist worked as a Sales Representative at Göttessons Industri AB, where they were responsible for B2B sales in southern Sweden. Christian advised and trained a network of interior architects, designers, furniture dealers, and purchasers, and also acted as a project manager across various industries.

Before that, Lindkvist served as an Area Sales Manager at Glimakra of Sweden AB, where they were responsible for sales and marketing in Sweden, Denmark, and the UK/Ireland contract market. Christian analyzed and established export markets and developed and maintained a network of industry professionals.

Lindkvist gained sales experience at Gulled Agenturer, where they worked as a Sales Representative responsible for retail, e-tail, and wholesale dealers in Sweden, Finland, and later Norway. Christian led business development efforts, recruited new dealers, and developed existing ones. Christian was also responsible for product training and client merchandising and exhibition spaces.

Additionally at Gulled Agenturer, Lindkvist served as a Sales Support Design Agent, coordinating orders and offers for contract and retail dealers, as well as providing project support for dealers and interior architects across all markets.

Earlier in their career, Lindkvist worked as a Sales Assistant at HAY, where they served as a Department/Floor Manager, overseeing stock and purchases and providing excellent customer service.

Christian also gained experience as an Account Manager at Dreamwork, where they worked in B2B sales, new business development, and field sales promotion. Christian also provided office assistance and performed various administrative tasks.

Lindkvist's career began as an Assistant Store Manager at BoConcept, where they focused on B2C interior sales and service. Christian led a team and managed logistics, deliveries, and assembling projects.

Overall, Christian Lindkvist has demonstrated a strong track record of success in sales and business development roles, with a focus on the furniture and interior design industry. Christian has experience working with various stakeholders and markets, as well as managing projects and leading teams.

Christian Lindkvist has a diverse education history that includes various courses and certifications. In 2021, they attended IHM Business School to study Digital Marketing. In 2012, they took interior design courses at Linnaeus University and marketing & law courses at Malmö University. From 2007 to 2009, Christian attended Aspero Retail Management, where they obtained a diploma in Sales, Retail & Project Management. The curriculum also covered subjects such as economics, e-commerce, marketing, and included an internship. Prior to that, from 2001 to 2004, Christian completed their secondary school education at Söderslättsgymnasiet, focusing on Business Administration and Management.

In addition to their formal education, Christian has obtained multiple certifications. In February 2007, they earned a Tour Guide certification from Scandorama. In August 2004, they completed their military service at P7 Revingehed in the Swedish Army. Lastly, in June 2003, Christian acquired a Radio Host certification from ABF Arbetarnas Bildningsförbund, a Workers' Educational Association in Sweden.