Jørgen Larsen

Driving Software Excellence through People-Centric Leadership and Innovation

Manager at GN / Jabra

Copenhagen, Denmark

Profile updated Jun 2026

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Overview Career Projects Skills Education

Career

ManagerCurrent

Dec 2020 — Present · 5 yrs 7 mos · Full-time

Leading and developing high-performing software teams at GN/Jabra — guiding 15 to 39 people through complex change and a rapidly evolving product landscape. Focus on people, flow, and culture.

Founder, Science Based Running Coach & Training Specialist (LØBEMENTOR)Current

PX7

Sep 2017 — Present · 8 yrs 10 mos · Self-employed

LØBEMENTOR teaches people to love to run, using modern science and measurement for the best possible running performance and experience.

Founder and author — The PX7 Running MethodCurrent

PX7

Mar 2019 — Present · 7 yrs 4 mos · Self-employed

People, Business & Innovation Teacher

NEXT - Uddannelse København

Jul 2018 — Dec 2020 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Part-time

Teaching People, Business & Innovation: business planning, marketing, personal branding, body language, neuromarketing, health and wealth.

Solopreneur (Owner)

AEKKO

Sep 2017 — Dec 2020 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Self-employed

AEKKO helps businesses with development, leadership and management of digital/IT through interim/freelance/consultant work.

Interim leader and manager

VisionWillow A/S

Apr 2019 — Apr 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo · Contract

Interim leadership and management for a company assisting European organizations with knowledge-center technology and IT service management.

Freelance/Interim Advisor & Inspirator; Management consultant; Digital Tooling & Automation expert

AEKKO

Sep 2017 — Nov 2020 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Freelance

Digital insight and advisory, digital transformation and execution, and digital tooling and automation.

Interim Head of Digital

Cool Gray A/S

Sep 2017 — Apr 2018 · 8 mos · Contract

Management and consolidation of the digital/online department: digital strategy, e-commerce, website solutions and SEO/SEM.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Headnet

Oct 2013 — Aug 2017 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Full-time

Led Headnet (open-source internet solutions) through restructuring for new markets. Part of creating 4.1 million in profit.

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Headnet

Oct 2012 — Sep 2013 · 1 yr · Full-time

Project portfolio management, internal/external development teams, process and method development.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Headnet

Jun 2011 — Oct 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos · Full-time

Development team management, technical analysis and architecture; built an enterprise Drupal platform.

Voluntary unpaid job counselor

Jobindex

Oct 2010 — May 2011 · 8 mos · Volunteer

Advised and inspired people about job search and building a professional network.

Manager & cofounder

coMinds

Feb 2010 — May 2011 · 1 yr 4 mos

Built the coworking community coMinds from scratch to a place where about 35 micro companies ran their business.

Professional Networker

Trifork

Dec 2008 — Nov 2009 · 1 yr

Built professional networks supporting Trifork in the Copenhagen area; seminars, communication channels, and the new trifork.com site.

CEO

Jayway

Apr 2008 — Nov 2008 · 8 mos · Full-time

Started the Danish Jayway branch; established the knowledge network and key tooling; saved Jayway ApS from bankruptcy before leaving.

Department Manager

SDC A/S

Apr 2005 — Jan 2008 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Full-time

Built a department developing SDC's two core internet products (PortalBank, MedarbejderPortalen) used by about 150 Nordic banks. Led a team of 15.

Work Environment Specialist

IO Interactive A/S

Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 · 1 yr 7 mos · Full-time

Built and implemented a project- and task-management system in the development department and two large game-development teams.

Technical Project Manager

ScanJour A/S

Apr 2002 — Jun 2003 · 1 yr 3 mos · Full-time

Project manager for document and records systems; resource management of 25 developers; improved process using Scrum and RUP/CMM.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Periskop ApS

Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 · 1 yr 3 mos · Full-time

CMS and knowledge-management solutions on Microsoft technology; managed a development department of 13 developers.

Head Of Technology (CTO)

Tripledash ApS

Jul 2000 — Dec 2000 · 6 mos · Full-time

A quick venture in the last period of the dot-com era, aiming at the broadband market with interactive solutions.

Software Developer and Teamlead

Force Electronics A/S

Feb 1999 — Jul 2000 · 1 yr 6 mos · Full-time

Embedded software for satellite receivers and set-top boxes; built a modern embedded web-browser used as the UI for next-generation products.

Projects

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Education

Aalborg University

Studied, Computer Science

1993 — 1998

Higher Technical Examination Programme (HTX)

1991 — 1993

EFG Technologi & Communication

1989 — 1990

Sindal Skole

7-9th Grade, High School

1986 — 1989

Mosbjerg Skole

2-6th Grade, High School

1981 — 1986

About

I am a leader with over 20 years of experience in developing secure, user-friendly, quality software products and solutions. I have a strong track record of delivering projects on time using agile people-oriented processes, servant leadership, and non-bureaucratic management. As a creative thinker, I strive to combine a high degree of knowledge with simplicity while keeping in mind that we are only humans trying to do magic with technology. I am a natural innovator and always looking for new ways to solve complex problems and drive business success. I have a solid understanding of business and customers' drives and how to ensure that business objectives can be met while still keeping an inspiring and positive working environment. I am a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong intuition for what will drive business success. My work is guided by my values of empathy, compassion, and inclusivity. With extensive experience in software development, I am familiar with Python, Java, .Net, PHP, Javascript frameworks, and more. I am able to combine my technical expertise with a strategic, analytical mindset to deliver innovative solutions that meet both business and user needs. I am an innovative, dynamic, and open-minded person who inspires confidence and belief in people. I have a natural ability to see the big picture and anticipate future trends and opportunities. I have extensive experience using agile methods since 1999. Overall, I am committed to social responsibility and strive to build diverse and inclusive teams that can deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Consumer SoftwareCustomer-Focused SellingStrategic Visionary

Languages

Danish · Native or bilingualEnglish · Professional workingSwedish · Limited working

Certifications

Executive Leadership

Ken Blanchard on Servant Leadership

Leading Effectively

Leading When You're Not in Charge

What Business Leaders Need to Know about Web3 (+ Metaverse)

Links

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