JENS HAVIKEN
SINGAPORE
Summary
I’ve worked everywhere from small start-ups to giants like IBM, Accenture, and Microsoft. I’ve launched new ventures, scaled them, and run company-wide change programs. Along the way, I turned Techstep into the Nordic go-to for Managed Mobility, doubled revenue at Dustin Norway, and helped Kinly stay ahead of a fast-moving market. Strategy execution, business growth, and organisation design are my home turf. I thrive on turning ideas into results, building winning teams, and making sure customers and partners see real value. With board-level vision and hands-on tech know-how, I’m at my best when the stakes are high and the pace is fast.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Principal Consultant
Evolvion Advisory Services
04.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Evolvion Advisory Services is a Singapore-based consultancy specializing in strategic business development and advisory services for startups and SMEs, particularly within technology sectors. The firm focuses on helping businesses scale, optimize operations, and expand internationally, leveraging extensive industry experience and tailored consulting approaches.
Managing Director
Kinly AS
11.2021 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Kinly is a leading global system integrator of AV collaboration and support services. The Norwegian division, with a team of 170 professionals, serves a diverse range of industries and is renowned for its expertise in high-security solutions.
- As the head of the Norwegian business unit and a member of the group management team, I have overseen significant strategic shifts.
- The pandemic and evolving work models presented both challenges and opportunities, necessitating a strategic overhaul. In 2022, we launched a comprehensive transformation program to align with the new market landscape. This initiative successfully revitalized the business, and by 2023, Kinly returned to robust performance, achieving significant growth in both revenue and profitability. The strong performance continued into 2024 where we delivered all time high profitability.
CEO
Techstep ASA
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Founded in 2016, Techstep ASA (TECH.OL) is a leading Managed Mobility Services provider in the Nordics. It began by merging Norwegian mobile phone resellers under the Nordialog brand.
- By 2018, it streamlined over 15 business units into one brand through five acquisitions. Four more acquisitions increased gross profit from 230 MNOK to 416 MNOK (FY17-FY20 pro forma) and shifted revenue composition to 60% from software and services. Under my leadership, Annual Recurring Revenue from software doubled to 66 MNOK. Today, Techstep is recognised as a top Nordic Managed Mobility Services provider by Gartner Group, with over 300 employees.
Vice President
Dustin Group
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: Dustin Group is a Nordic e-commerce IT reseller and service provider, offering hardware, software, cloud solutions, and managed IT services.
- As Vice President of Services and Solutions, I was part of the Group Management Team and managed eight acquired companies with 390 employees, generating approximately MSEK 750 in revenue. The focus was on the SMB market with tailored Managed Services, overseeing commercial due diligence and integration of acquisitions. Additionally, as Managing Director for Norwegian operations, I managed a revenue of BNOK 1.3 and led a team of 150 employees, including subsidiary staff.
Country Manager
Dustin Norway AS
08.2013 - 03.2016
- In August 2013, I joined Dustin Group to oversee the integration of Norsk Data Senter (NDS), acquired in 2012. At that time, NDS had a revenue of MNOK 650, employed 167 individuals, and was experiencing profitability challenges. Over the following four years, I led a comprehensive turnaround which included rebranding, implementing a new ERP system, strategic acquisitions of three companies, and relocating office premises. These efforts collectively transformed the business, resulting in Dustin Norway generating BNOK 1.3 in revenue and contributing solid profit margins to the group.
Director Microsoft Enterprise Services
Microsoft
08.2011 - 09.2013
- I led Microsoft Enterprise Services in Norway, managing a team of 70 experts who delivered solutions tailored to enterprise clients' strategic goals. We ensured clients maximized their technology investments and utilized Microsoft's software and services effectively.
Director Server & Tools
Microsoft
09.2010 - 08.2011
- I managed one of Microsoft's three primary Business Groups in Norway, overseeing the Server and Tools division, which included product lines essential to data center operations and developer environments. This position involved driving revenue growth through an indirect sales model with strategic partner engagement. The key product areas under this management included Windows Server, SQL Server, and System Center, with Microsoft Azure in its early incubation phase, laying the foundation for future cloud expansion.
Director
Accenture Technology Solutions Nordic
03.2007 - 09.2010
- Company Overview: Accenture Technology Solutions (ATS) functioned as Accenture's specialized local system development unit, integrated within the Global Delivery Organization, which comprised approximately 90,000 employees worldwide at that time.
- I was responsible for overseeing ATS operations throughout the Nordics, managing a team of nearly 700 professionals across Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway. My duties included ensuring the effective execution of essential cross-Nordic processes such as utilization forecasting, performance management, and strategic staffing coordination. Additionally, I collaborated closely with Accenture's near-shore operations in Riga to enhance service delivery and resource efficiency, promoting strong regional alignment and operational excellence.
Director
Accenture Technology Solutions Norway
04.2002 - 09.2009
- Established in 2002 as a specialized system development unit, we focused on delivering high-quality solutions across multiple platforms, with major teams dedicated to Java and .NET technologies. At its peak, before transitioning to carve out Avanade, the unit comprised 200 highly skilled professionals. I played a pivotal role, representing Accenture in the project to establish Avanade in the Nordics, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring seamless integration within the broader business framework. This role placed me as a member of the management team at Accenture Norway.
Senior Manager
Accenture
08.2000 - 04.2002
- The Business Launch Centre was an innovative initiative by Accenture designed to support clients in establishing new ventures during the dynamic dot-com era. These projects typically involved launching new business ideas as standalone operations or strategic spin-offs, separate from the clients' core activities. Our work primarily focused on providing expertise in project management and strategic consulting to ensure these new ventures were successfully executed. Notably, I played a key role as a project manager and management-for-hire, with a significant part of my time dedicated to leading projects for Netaxept, an internet payment solution for the Norwegian banks.
Managing Director
ConCrea
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Company Overview: Concrea, Norway's leading Lotus Notes Services firm, launched in 1995 with seven employees and grew to 100 by 2000.
- I managed forecasting, strategic development, and financial reporting, driving our growth. I also facilitated the integration with IBM after their acquisition in 1998, aligning with their standards while maintaining our innovative service delivery.
Senior Consultant
ConCrea
04.1995 - 12.1997
- During this period, I held a range of key roles, from hands-on consulting and project delivery to managing the operations of the Oslo office. I spearheaded and oversaw the development of the Summer School program, which became the primary pipeline for onboarding new graduates each summer, effectively fueling the company's growth. My responsibilities spanned project management, solution design and delivery, proposal development, as well as recruiting and training new talent. This multifaceted experience not only reinforced operational excellence but also supported sustained business expansion and team development.
Sales Representative
ID Network
11.1994 - 04.1995
- Company Overview: In ID Network, a Value-Added IT system integrator, I focused on mid-sized companies, providing tailored hardware and software solutions.
- My role included key account management and leading sales processes, from client engagement to deal closure.
Senior Consultant
Ingram Micro
11.1993 - 10.1994
- As Product Manager for Lotus Notes, I was responsible for leading training initiatives for both partners and end users. These programs were designed to enhance product adoption, improve user proficiency, and drive greater engagement with the platform.
Network Manager
Arthur Andersen
01.1991 - 10.1993
- IT support and operations on several platforms like Wang, Novell Netware, Lotus Notes and PC's.
Education
One-Year Executive Certificate - Strategic IT Management
SIMI
Denmark01.2006
Two-Year College Candidate Diploma - Information Technology
Østfold University College
Norway01.1990
One-Year Programme - Economy
BI Norwegian Business School
Norway01.1988
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Business transformation
- SaaS / services scaling
- P&L and margin lift
- M&A and integration
- Partner-ecosystems
- High-performance teams
- Board & stakeholder management
- Client engagement
- Consulting
Affiliations
- Advisory Board Member Gritera AS, February 24 - December 24
- Advisory Board Member Stretch AS, April 15 – February 21
MILITARY SERVICE
Squad Leader, His Majesty's Royal Guard, July 86 – July 87
Hobbies
- Ski mountaineering – climbing peaks to earn fresh turns
- Coastal sailing – cruising Norway’s and Sweden’s archipelagos
- Road & MTB cycling – endurance miles and single-track thrills
- Football fan – former player and coach, avid spectator and supporter
Timeline
Founder and Principal Consultant
Evolvion Advisory Services
04.2025 - Current
Managing Director
Kinly AS
11.2021 - 02.2025
CEO
Techstep ASA
04.2018 - 06.2021
Vice President
Dustin Group
03.2016 - 04.2018
Country Manager
Dustin Norway AS
08.2013 - 03.2016
Director Microsoft Enterprise Services
Microsoft
08.2011 - 09.2013
Director Server & Tools
Microsoft
09.2010 - 08.2011
Director
Accenture Technology Solutions Nordic
03.2007 - 09.2010
Director
Accenture Technology Solutions Norway
04.2002 - 09.2009
Senior Manager
Accenture
08.2000 - 04.2002
Managing Director
ConCrea
01.1998 - 12.1999
Senior Consultant
ConCrea
04.1995 - 12.1997
Sales Representative
ID Network
11.1994 - 04.1995
Senior Consultant
Ingram Micro
11.1993 - 10.1994
Network Manager
Arthur Andersen
01.1991 - 10.1993
One-Year Executive Certificate - Strategic IT Management
SIMI
Two-Year College Candidate Diploma - Information Technology
Østfold University College
One-Year Programme - Economy
BI Norwegian Business School
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