Welcoming Mikael to our team: Our new Finance & Administration Manager
We are thrilled to announce that Mikael Johnsen has joined our team as the Manager for Finance & Administration. Bringing with him an impressive and diverse background that spans across trade companies, insurance, farming, and forestry, to playing a key role at Shape ApS in integrating acquisitions and enhancing processes, Mikael steps into a pivotal role at SoftwareCentral. His forward-thinking approach and comprehensive experience promise to significantly shape the future of our operations and the way we serve our customers.
Securing our foundation for growth
Mikael’s primary mission will be to secure and develop the platform our business is built upon, ensuring that our operations are optimized from end to end. His critical role in automating and streamlining processes across all facets of our business—from internal reporting mechanisms to the overall customer experience—sets the stage for a more efficient and responsive operational framework. Mikael is committed to ensuring that automation and intelligent processes bolster our growth, making them more than just buzzwords but the very backbone of our future.
Driving innovation through data and AI
Under Mikael’s leadership, we’re embarking on an ambitious journey toward becoming increasingly data-driven. He is at the forefront of implementing a new, fully integrated ERP platform that will serve as the powerhouse behind our financial operations. This initiative marks the beginning of our quest to harness artificial intelligence to support and enhance our business model, signaling a transformative phase in how we operate and innovate.
A vision for the future
Mikael’s enthusiasm for creating new structures and work processes within our longstanding company history is infectious. His approach to integrating and optimizing data systems, such as CRM and ERP, ensures that our data extraction will be both relevant and precise. Mikael values thoroughness over haste, aiming to build a solid foundation for our systems that will deliver long-term advantages. His strategic vision extends to transforming the finance department into a service-oriented role that not only supports our financial goals but also plays an active part in enhancing client experiences. Turning “dry numbers into useful analyses” and closely aligning financial strategies with our company’s objectives are among his top priorities.
A Personal Note from Mikael
Outside of work, Mikael is passionate about his family, traveling, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which he describes as his time to focus solely on the moment. His professional mantra, “Work hard and do right,” reflects his dedication to excellence and integrity in all his endeavors.
Join Us in Welcoming Mikael
“Mikael’s arrival is a significant moment for our company, marking the beginning of a promising chapter,” says Andreas Thim Spiegelhauer, CEO of SoftwareCentral. “His professional expertise, personal commitment to excellence, and thoughtful approach to finance and administration are set to contribute greatly to our journey ahead. With Mikael, we look forward to exploring new paths of innovation and efficiency, ensuring steady growth for our future. It’s with genuine enthusiasm that we welcome him to our team.”
We invite you to join us in warmly welcoming Mikael to the team. Welcome aboard, Mikael! Here’s to a journey of shared success and breakthroughs in the years to come.