Simon Lind Fischer
Skanderborg,Denmark
Summary
Demonstrated success in crafting and implementing corporate strategies and quality systems.
Offering strong leadership, collaboration and communication skills with keen focus on driving team performance and development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
External Lecturer in org. communication
Aarhus University
01.2020 - 12.2025
- Led seminars and workshops on complex subjects.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment through open discussions.
Head of Assessment Committees
Ministry of Higher Education and Science
01.2018 - 12.2025
- Demonstrated high level of management and organisational skills.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Director of Knowledge and Development (acting)
Erhvervsakademi Midtvest (EAMV)
08.2023 - 02.2026
- In charge of crafting and implemeting new corporate strategies.
- Approved institutional accreditation based on years of developing and implementing a new quality system and professional culture in the entire organisation.
- New procedures - strengthening organisational development, talent development and project management.
- Organisational design - new knowledge hubs.
Senior Project Manager, Research & Development
EAMV
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Secured buy-in from all stakeholders with persuasive presentations.
- Implemented quality control measures.
- Mentored employees to maximise development potential.
Project Manager, Research and Devlopment & Lecturer
Dania Academy of Higher Education
08.2012 - 04.2023
- Conducted award-winning research, published in renowned journals.
- Led research teams through complex project phases to achieve goals.
- Guided employees to maximise development potential.
Member of Assessment Committees
Ministry of Higher Education and Science
01.2015 - 06.2021
- Conducted comprehensive evaluation reports, ensuring consistent adherence to established standards.
- Provided clear and concise feedback on performance.
External Lecturer in marketing
Aarhus University
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Implemented innovative teaching methods, improved student engagement rates.
- Participated actively in faculty training programmes to enhance teaching skills.
HR Consultant and Adviser
Telenor Group
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Facilitated training programmes for improved employee performance and retention.
- Provided one-to-one coaching sessions to identify relevant training opportunities.
CSR Communication Consultant
Par no. 1 Agency
03.2008 - 08.2008
- Worked closely with marketing team, raised awareness on sustainability efforts successfully.
- Business presentations and meetings.
International Mystery Shopping Consultant
Bare Internationals
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Developed targeted advice for decision-makers on how best to reach target consumers and build awareness.
- Evaluated marketing campaign performance to optimise return on investment.
HR Resource Agent
Connect IT Recruitment
Aarhus C, Central Jutland
01.2006 - 05.2006
- Recruitment of high-quality IT candidates.
- Search & selection and initial interviews.
Education
Master - public governance
CBS and Hertie School of Governance, Berlin
01.2016 - 01.2020
Master - Corporate Communication
Aarhus University
01.2006 - 01.2008
BA - Communication & English
Aarhus University
01.2003 - 01.2006
Skills
- Organisational and leadership development
- Business strategy creation and implementation
- Leadership development
- Strategic partnerships
- Staff recruitment
- Change management and process improvement
- Corporate culture enhancement
Websites
Passionate about
Family life and play, learning and development, sommer house, tennis, cycling, travelling and cultures, investestment in real estate and Airbnb experiences, our family dog “Coco”.
Characteristics
I have a broad interdisciplinary foundation and strategic overview that allow me to accommodate many challenges and to build the plane while flying it. I create trust and an innovative, collaborative work environment. My communication style is informal, open and dialogue-oriented. I am able to quickly build relationships with many different partners.
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Cultures, travelling, family, sports...
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Knowledge and Development (acting)
Erhvervsakademi Midtvest (EAMV)
08.2023 - 02.2026
Senior Project Manager, Research & Development
EAMV
06.2023 - 08.2023
External Lecturer in org. communication
Aarhus University
01.2020 - 12.2025
Head of Assessment Committees
Ministry of Higher Education and Science
01.2018 - 12.2025
Master - public governance
CBS and Hertie School of Governance, Berlin
01.2016 - 01.2020
Member of Assessment Committees
Ministry of Higher Education and Science
01.2015 - 06.2021
Project Manager, Research and Devlopment & Lecturer
Dania Academy of Higher Education
08.2012 - 04.2023
HR Consultant and Adviser
Telenor Group
06.2010 - 12.2010
External Lecturer in marketing
Aarhus University
01.2009 - 01.2013
CSR Communication Consultant
Par no. 1 Agency
03.2008 - 08.2008
HR Resource Agent
Connect IT Recruitment
01.2006 - 05.2006
Master - Corporate Communication
Aarhus University
01.2006 - 01.2008
International Mystery Shopping Consultant
Bare Internationals
01.2004 - 01.2008
BA - Communication & English
Aarhus University
01.2003 - 01.2006