Kristoffer Groth Jakobsen
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Deep insight from the defence, security and aerospace industry with public affairs, branding, business development and sales. Extensive experience with the political aims and needs of private companies. International network and experience from working in Europe, USA, Asia and the Middle East.
Rasmus Clausen
Chief Operating Officer & Founder
Extensive experience from a senior level government career. Deep insight into defence policy, political analysis, crisis management and communication. Possesses a wide ranging network amongst politicians, senior civil servants and the military.
Kristoffer Breindal
Chief Commercial Officer
Strong insight from more than a two-decade career in defence and central government. Experience from multiple military deployments to military positions at strategic level and senior level government positions. Holds a comprehensive understanding of strategic military and political decision-making processes within defence, government and political communities.
Kasper Hyllested
Director, Public Affairs
Extensive experience from leadership positions within both private companies and business organizations. Deep insight into public affairs, communication, and high-level consulting. Strong skills in political analysis and advocacy.
Johanne Gjerløv
Head of HR
Johanne is responsible for Navigate’s overall HR strategy and people development. With a strong background in strategic HR, leadership development and organisational culture, she ensures that Navigate continues to be an attractive, engaging and well-run workplace. She is passionate about creating the best conditions for people to thrive and perform – individually and as team.
Moritz Haller
Head of Office, Brussels
Comprehensive expertise in European defence policy, capability development, and defence technology and innovation. Shaped by hands-on experience in EU institutions and at the intersection of defence industries, national ministries of defence, and EU bodies.
Michael Hedelund
Senior Executive Advisor
20 years extensive and high-level experience with politics and public affairs in government (former special advisor for ministers), parliament and the most influential NGOs in Denmark. Deep insight into political analysis, political strategy, and policy development – always bridging the gaps. Possesses a wide ranged and very strong network among all political parties, media, NGO’s (civil society, business etc.) and civil servants.
Tanja Holst Rasmussen
Senior Executive Advisor
Experience from a 15 year long career as a Danish Government official – primarily within the defence domain. Comprehensive understanding of the decision-making processes within the central governmental administration. Strong insight into defence and security policy as well as policy development, international cooperation, project management and strategic communication.
Andreas Just
Senior Advisor
Has 14 years experience as a journalist on Danish politics – and in particular defence politics – at the biggest media in Denmark (Danmarks Radio) working with tv, radio and onlinemedia. Possesses a wide ranged and strong network among media, govnerment and political parties. Holds strong insights into political analysis and communication.
Mads Ecklon
Senior Executive Advisor
25-year career as a central government official. Skilled in policy development, decision-making processes and stakeholder interaction. Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of shaping and implementing policies at government level. Possess a strong background in defense and security policy, defense industry cooperation, innovation, crisis management and critical infrastructure protection.
Jonas Märcher Ottosen
Director, Defence
Over 20 years of experience in defence and government roles, including leading defence acquisitions and capability planning at the Danish Ministry of Defence. Held various leadership positions in relation to the Danish new fighter selection process and subsequent F-35 acquisition in both Denmark and the United States. Extensive expertise in defence policy, strategic planning, and international cooperation and strong network within Danish Defence.
Aske Nerup
Senior Advisor
Nearly two decades of tactical, operational and strategic experience from the Armed Forces incl. the Ministry of Defence. Extensive understanding of the defence industrial landscape, acquisition processes, technological innovation and industrial cooperation (offset). Expertise in linking industrial and technological opportunities to requirements for the operational end-user. Vast network in the US, EU and Danish defence industrial ecosystem.
Emilie Bugge Rønnstad
Lead Advisor
Experience from the Danish Parliament being a political advisor for the Liberal Party – both during opposition and as a government party. Deep understanding for political analysis, decision-making processes, and in-depth political knowledge. Holds a MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Annika Slaikjer Hansen
Senior Advisor
Strong understanding of the interlink between commercial interests and politics following internships at the Trade Council of the Royal Danish Embassy in Washington D.C. and U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen. Annika holds a MSc in International Business and Politics from Copenhagen Business School.
Emilie Krusell
(Maternity Leave)
Professional experience from international settings with a focus on foreign and security policy. In-depth knowledge on Arctic matters and the relationship between the three parts of the Kingdom of Denmark. Brings extensive insights and understanding on how to link politics, analysis and strategy. Holds a MSc in Sociology with a specialization in organization and politics from the University of Copenhagen.
Camilla Malling Laksø
Broad experience from the Danish Ministry of Defence working with security policy, EU, and political agreements under the Danish Defence Agreement. Extensive knowledge of political decision-making processes – government and parliament. Experience with working closely with senior management as former deputy head of the Executive Secretariat. Holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) with specialization in international humanitarian law from the University of Copenhagen.
Sofie Svenninggaard
Advisor
Strong understanding of international relations and security policy, and in-depth knowledge on EU and MENA affairs. Experience with political analysis, political strategic work, and communication of complex political issues from Amnesty International and Europa-Nævnet (The Danish Board for the Advancement of Debate and Enlightenment Regarding Europe). Holds a MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Anna Hansson
Advisor
Brings professional experience from the Liberal Party, providing a strong foundation for political analyses and navigation of Danish decision-making processes, as well as a deep understanding of international relations from an internship at the Danish OECD Delegation in Paris. Holds an MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Hans Rudbeck Schmidt
Consultant
Solid understanding of Danish defence and security policy and broad insights into European geopolitics, based on experience from the Royal Danish Defence College and exchange at Charles University in Prague. Brings knowledge of cyber defence, stakeholder management and political processes from IT-Branchen (the Danish ICT Industry Association) and the Ministry of Health. Holds a MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Martine Seedorff Perregaard
Consultant
Possesses deep knowledge of international power dynamics and security policy, with a strong understanding of the Nordic and Arctic countries, hybrid warfare, American culture and politics and the transatlantic relationship. Has extensive experience in political analysis, communications, and strategic collaboration with organizations under the Danish Chamber of Commerce. Holds a Master’s degree in History from the University of Copenhagen and a minor in Political Science from the University of Leeds (UK).
Anna Hoffmann
Consultant
Strong understanding of the balance between economic openness and national security, gained through experience at the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Skilled in political analysis, with insights into how security considerations shape trade policies. Additional experience from the Danish Embassy in Canada, working with diplomacy and the communication of political issues in an international setting. Anna holds a MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Helena Fribo
Consultant
Possesses a professional focus on European security and diplomacy, developed through experience at the OSCE in Vienna and exchange studies in Central and Eastern European politics at Charles University in Prague. Brings knowledge of Danish policy-making from the political department of the Ministry of Employment. Holds a MSc in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen.
Ane Marie Nilausen Dyreholt
Project Associate
Thorough understanding of international relations and security politics, with a special interest in EU defence policy and MENA regional dynamics. Experience with institutional partnerships with the EU and strategic partnerships with Danish foundations and corporations from Save the Children Denmark. Currently pursuing a MSc in Political Science at the University of Copenhagen.
Kristian Rahbek Heidtmann
Project Associate
Combines deep insight into foreign and security policy with experience from the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries. Brings perspective on decision-making in the Danish Defence as a former elected representative to the Danish Council of Conscription. Currently pursuing an MSc in Political Science at the University of Copenhagen.
Emilie Quistgaard
Project Associate
A strong understanding of security politics and the significant role of military technology acquired from employment at the Royal Danish Defence College. Brings insights on decision-making processes within the Danish Defence as a former representative in the Danish Council of Conscription. Currently pursuing a MSc in Political Science at the University of Copenhagen.
Anne-Louise Ryhl
Project Associate
Brings a strong analytical understanding of EU security and defence policy and experience with EU and national legislation relating to drones from employment in the Danish Civil Aviation and Railway Authority. Currently pursuing a MSc International Business and Politics from Copenhagen Business School.
Nikoline Uhrbrand Hjelmsø
Project Associate
Combines political insight with strategic understanding from studies in International Business and Politics. Has experience with political and regulatory analysis across European markets in the pharmaceutical industry, and an international outlook shaped by studies abroad in Istanbul. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in International Business and Politics at Copenhagen Business School.
Sara Terese Kappel Hoffmeyer
Project Associate
Brings national and international experience from the Danish Armed Forces and the Danish National Police, having worked both operationally as well as in analytical roles within culture, language, security and intelligence, with a particular regional focus on Russia and Ukraine. Holds a BA in East European Studies from the University of Copenhagen and is currently pursuing an MSc in Global and Development Studies at Roskilde University.
Sebastian Heide-Jørgensen
Project Associate
Brings insights into foreign and security policy, diplomacy, and transatlantic affairs, gained through experience at the Danish Embassy in Washington, D.C. Additional experience from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focusing on trade, political processes, and strategic public-private partnerships. Currently pursuing a MSc in Political Science at the University of Copenhagen.
Jean-Christelle Palitang
Office Manager
Experienced Event – and Project Manager with history within the Marketing and Hospitality industry.
BA in Business & Design focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
Marie Majgaard
Office Assistant
Student from Niels Brock HHX, majoring in International Economics and Business Economics