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Helping startups turn innovation into growth
I work with founders and leadership teams to turn technology and innovation into clear strategies, stronger partnerships and sustainable growth.
With more than 25 years of experience across digital twins, modelling and simulation, AI, geospatial, transportation, telecom and smart cities, I bring a practical business perspective to complex technology-driven opportunities.
WHERE CAN I HELP
STRATEGY & GROWTH
Helping founders clarify their strategic direction, identify growth opportunities and translate ambitious ideas into practical plans.
GO-TO-MARKET
Developing market positioning, customer strategies and go-to-market plans that connect technology with real customer needs.
STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
Building partnerships that create mutual value, open new markets and accelerate growth.
INVESTOR READINESS
Helping founders prepare for investor conversations, strengthen their pitch and develop credible financial forecasts and business plans.
COMMERCIAL STRATEGY
Providing perspective on IP strategy and how intellectual property can support competitive advantage, partnerships and commercialization.
EXTEND THE TEAM
Depending on what you need, I can bring in experienced product, marketing and other specialists to complement my advisory work.
HOW I WORK
An experienced sounding board.
Building a startup means making important decisions with incomplete information. I work alongside founders as an advisor, mentor and strategic sparring partner - bringing an outside perspective, challenging assumptions and helping turn complex questions into clear priorities and next steps.
My approach is collaborative, direct and focused on results.
More clarity. Better decisions. Meaningful progress.
Kjell Kolstad
WHAT I BRING
Strategic Leadership - Seeing the big picture while keeping the focus.
Partnerships - Building trusted, win-win relationships across ecosystems.
Innovation - Connecting emerging tech with business opportunities.
Communication - Simplifying complexity, creating alignment.
Decision Making - Bringing structure and perspective to difficult decisions.
Trusted Partnership - Working alongside founders as a mentor.
TESTIMONIALS
"Kjell took the time to understand our company, our team, and our specific challenges, which made his recommendations highly relevant and prescriptive.
"Kjell was an excellent mentor. He was attentive, straightforward, and consistently provided valuable, actionable feedback. Much of our pitch refinement was shaped by his knowledge and guidance."
"We worked very well together, and I always left our sessions with greater clarity and concrete improvements to pursue."
GET IN TOUCH
If you're starting up, exploring a new market, or looking for an experienced perspective on your strategy, let's talk.
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