“Capgemini is defined by people who are always willing to help and eager to deliver.”

I started in automotive retail and quickly rose to strategic roles at HQ in Gothenburg. Over the next 20+ years, I led transformation programs across Europe, Asia, and North America – bridging business and technology to deliver scalable, customer-centric solutions that reshaped global automotive strategies.

What made you decide to apply to and join Capgemini?

Both my wife and I are originally from the south of Sweden, and the main reason we were living in Gothenburg was work. During the pandemic, we began thinking, ‘That’s not enough.’ This combined with my personal motto, ‘You should only regret the things you didn’t do.’ Having spent 24 years at the same automotive company, I asked myself, ‘Is this really where I want to retire?’ Shouldn’t I live by my own motto?’

So, I reached out to a colleague and asked, ‘You’ve worked at Capgemini – what’s it like?’ I think it was the next day – or maybe even that same afternoon – that I had an interview. From there, things moved quickly, and I decided to join Capgemini.

Tell us about your role. What does a day in your life at Capgemini look like?

During my two years at Capgemini, I’ve primarily worked directly with clients on two major assignments. Between projects, I actively invest time in developing my skills through Capgemini’s learning platforms, with a strong focus on translating that learning into practical, value-driven solutions for clients. Early in my time at Capgemini, I frequently held debriefings as colleagues were interested in my previous experience. I shared insights from past roles to help bring that knowledge into the organization. One particularly interesting initiative was a collaboration with Capgemini Invent in the UK on automotive direct sales and customer experience. We conducted a study on which brands in the Nordics were moving toward direct sales and which were not. The findings were published as part of a paper released in collaboration with Capgemini UK, contributing to a broader understanding of the Nordic market landscape.

As a former team manager, how would you define your style of leadership?

Inclusive and always willing to give people the benefit of the doubt. Mistakes are not only natural but also valuable – what matters most is using them as opportunities to learn and grow.

What would you say characterizes the people and culture at Capgemini?

Capgemini is defined by people who are always ready to help and eager to deliver. There’s a healthy sense of positive competition that drives everyone to exceed expectations.

What advice would you give to someone joining Capgemini?

Be curious and stay persistent, especially when you’re just starting out. Your curiosity will help you discover new opportunities, and persistence always leads to progress. The key is to keep going and never stop exploring!