Henrik Avasalu

Henrik Avasalu is an experienced business development professional currently serving as the Head of Business Development at Volvo Defense since January 2013, with prior roles including Director of Marketing & Sales and Director of Sales. Avasalu specializes in B2G sales, tender procurement, project management, commercial risk management, and export control management. Previous experience includes leadership roles at West Sweden Chamber of Commerce and Industry, overseeing international business strategy and development, and at Business Sweden, managing the Estonian office while focusing on market entry strategies for Swedish companies. Avasalu's early career includes roles in cost controlling at Volvo Car Corporation and a trainee position at Volvo Group. Avasalu holds an MSc in International Management from the University of Gothenburg and a BSc in Business Management from the University of Hull.