Thomas Østerkjerhuus
CEO & Partner
My professional passion lies in business development, not specifically in marketing channels, websites, or platforms. However, I find it extremely interesting what these tools can do for a business when used correctly.
A little more about me:
I am a huge family man, and I have two wonderful sons with my wife.
My professional background began in marketing, and over time I have developed web competencies. In my leadership role, I am 100% a people person.
I believe that if you free people from SOPs, protocols, and rigid frameworks, the company wins. Creativity and efficiency go hand in hand with trust and freedom. Everything I have implemented as a leader over the past five years is proof that I mean the above very seriously.
Even in a bad financial year, I have not abandoned my principles. To me, “work-life balance” means that work must not prevent you from being the person you also are at home. That is all there is to it.
I work by three principles:
- Do a few things well
- Underpromise – overdeliver
- Be authentic, and always follow your integrity
A good workday:
Being a problem-solver for others. It gives me great energy to solve challenges and unlock potential across strategic levels and complexities. At the same time, it is important to me that I contribute to good energy and a positive atmosphere in the office.
Strong project collaboration
Focus Advokater because it was so cross-disciplinary, and it required attention to detail to ensure that all information flowed correctly between departments.
In addition, I would mention Bomae as a marketing client, because we have always been invited deep into the business.
Fun facts:
- I am convinced that I lost my hair due to my excessive use of DAX when I was young.
- I watch Paradise Hotel.
- When you ask me a question, I have an answer ready in 15 seconds. However, I pretend I do not, and choose to ask questions instead. That is because I believe questions lead to more reflection than answers, but it is actually not my default.
I am perceived as:
- Happy
- Optimistic
- Trusting (bordering on naive)
- Carefree
- Ultra-creative
- A fast talker
- Solution-oriented – but I can also come across as a bit messy
Education:
- Prof. Bachelor’s in Marketing and Sales
- I also have a sewing machine licence
Languages:
- Danish
- English
- Fynish for everyday use
Work experience:
- Morningtrain:
- I took up the position as CEO, which is my current role (2023–)
- Promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, where I was responsible for the agency’s business development (2021)
- I bought into Morningtrain (2019)
- Promoted to Head of Marketing (2018)
- Employed at Morningtrain as an SEO Specialist (2017)
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