Jon Skålerud

Jon Skålerud is a seasoned senior HR professional with a strong operational and leadership background, primarily in retail and hospitality sectors.

With a career spanning from various retail operations roles to senior HR management positions, Jon currently serves as the Global Head of People at Lagkagehuset / Ole&Steen, overseeing the people agenda in an international setting across 3 markets.

Jon excels in driving people strategic initiatives that align with business goals, focusing on talent management, leadership development, organizational design, and cultural development.

His expertise includes apprentice programs, change leadership, executive advisory, people business partnering, staff engagement, Labour Law, employer branding, recruitment, retention management, and people processes.

Jon's educational background ranges from Business Coaching to Strategic Management and Leadership, underscoring his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

He has been actively involved in various organizations and boards, such as UNICEF Danmark, FGU Skolen, Mercantec, and Videncenter for Digital Handel, contributing his HR and leadership insights to diverse settings.

Jon's vast experience includes roles like Senior HR Manager at Dansk Supermarked Group, HR Business Partner at Attendo, and District Manager at Netto within the Salling Group.

His dedication to bridging the gap between the educational system and the labor market is evident through his engagements with educational institutions and business schools.