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
Director, Defence
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.
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.
Mads Ecklon
Senior 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
Senior Advisor
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.
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
Lead 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
Advisor
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.
Sofie Svenninggaard
Consultant
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.
Benjamin Ravn
Project Associate
Currently pursuing a MSc in Political Science at the University of Copenhagen. Strong analytical understanding of foreign- and security politics and holds experience from the governmental department level. Has a special interest for the combat of power on the systemic level in the international system and how these conflicts influence the geopolitical situation.
Anna Hansson
Project Associate
Holds experience from the Liberal Party, resulting in a deep understanding of political analysis and decision-making processes. Brings insights into international relations from an internship at the Danish OECD Delegation in Paris. Currently pursuing a 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.
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
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.
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.
Besare Selmani
Advisor
Lawyer with more than five years experience working at the Danish Defence Command and the Ministry of Defence. Former diplomat posted to Brussels as a special advisor at the Danish delegation to NATO with a track record in international negotiations. Brings expert knowledge in defence and security policy, resilience, preparedness, crisis management and international relations. Holds a Master of Laws (L.L.M) from 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. Holds a BSc in International Business and Politics from Copenhagen Business School.