Helene Warno Holst

A dynamic and innovative leader with extensive international experience across the USA, Estonia, UK, and Namibia, skilled in navigating diverse cultural and organizational contexts. Recognized for transformational leadership, operational excellence, and driving strategic initiatives in fast-paced, multinational matrix environments.

Renowned for building and leading high-performing teams, fostering engagement, and integrating continuous improvement processes. Demonstrates expertise in both formal and informal leadership of leaders, empowering them to drive initiatives and excel. A charismatic leader focused on innovation, sustainability, and people development, combining a hands-on approach with a relentless drive for results and digital transformation.

A strong communicator with an engaging leadership presence, fostering trust and building respectful relationships across hierarchies and cultures. Excels in influencing stakeholders, driving innovation, and cultivating a productive work environment that inspires excellence. Balances a structured approach with high energy and a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.

• Transformational Leadership : Expertise in guiding global and local teams through change with an emphasis on empowerment, accountability, and collaboration. Skilled in developing leaders, fostering a high-trust environment, and driving people-centric leadership.
• Change Management & Agility : Proven capability to lead organizations and teams through change and uncertainty. Thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments, and excels at maintaining engagement, clarity, and momentum.
• Operational Excellence : Deep understanding of lean principles, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency. Focused on streamlining processes, driving cost reductions, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Financial Acumen : Experience managing significant P&L budgets (USD 50M+), CapEx allocations (USD 20M+), and cost reduction initiatives. Skilled at balancing financial controls with business growth and profitability.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication : Ability to inspire, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels. An energetic and clear communicator who effectively bridges cultural and organizational divides to achieve buy-in and alignment.
• Sustainability & ESG : Passion for driving sustainability initiatives and integrating ESG considerations into business strategy. Focused on building future-proof solutions that balance business growth with responsible operations.

• High Potential Programme — INSEAD (Kolding Business College)
• Finance and Accounting for Non-Financial Executives — Columbia Business School, NY, USA
• Dynamic Decision Making — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S
• Project Management — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S
• Leading Others — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S
• Lean Administration — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S
• Management Education Modules 1 & 2 — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S
• Mobilizing Individual Resources — A.P. Moller Maersk A/S