Jesper Lykke Nielsen

Jesper Lykke Nielsen is a seasoned director with expertise in digital transformation consulting and data-driven insights, currently leading client initiatives at Valtech's Commercial Strategy & Data Transformation unit since September 2022. Prior to this role, Jesper served as Director of Digital Business at Epinion, where strategic guidance was provided to clients in consumer goods and retail, along with leading project management teams and facilitating client workshops. Jesper's experience also includes significant tenure at Arla Foods, where responsibilities spanned from Senior Manager in Category Planning to Head of Consumer Goods & Retail, advising top management on strategic growth initiatives. Earlier career roles encompassed consulting positions at Epinion and Capacent A/S, alongside academic contributions as a research and teaching assistant at Aarhus University, where Jesper engaged in public opinion analysis and methodological instruction. Jesper holds both an MSc and BSc in Political Science from Aarhus University.