Kristoffer Vik Hansen

Co-Founder and CEO of Spare, Investor, and Advisor

Kristoffer Vik Hansen is a notable entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as the CEO and co-founder of Spare, a company focused on revolutionizing mobility management through data-driven solutions. He has a strong background in technology and engineering, having studied Integrated Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where he graduated in 2010. Before founding Spare, he co-founded Awake Labs, a company dedicated to developing wearable technology for individuals with developmental disorders.1 4

In addition to his role at Spare, Kristoffer is an active angel investor with interests spanning various sectors including mobility, automation, space technology, energy, clean tech, SaaS, and artificial intelligence.3 5 His work reflects a commitment to leveraging technology for social impact and innovation in transportation systems.

Kristoffer's professional journey illustrates his dedication to improving urban mobility solutions and his influence in the tech investment landscape, particularly in startups that address pressing societal needs.2 3

Highlights

Sep 20 · clay.com

Who is the CEO of Spare? Kristoffer Vik Hansen's Bio - Clay

Jun 1 · Yahoo Finance

Spare and Uber Partner to Enhance Public Transit - Yahoo Finance

Jun 1 · Sacramento Bee

Spare and Uber Partner to Enhance Public Transit - Sacramento Bee

Experience

Co-Founder and CEO at Spare (May 2015 - Present)

Advisor at Progressive Fusion Solutions (January 2018 - April 2023); Entrepreneur in Residence at The Next Big Thing (September 2016 - April 2023); Co-Founder at Awake Labs Inc. (September 2014 - September 2015); Trainee Naval Architect at Robert Allan Ltd. (January 2014 - April 2014); Co-op Student - Mechanical Engineering at FVB Energy Inc (May 2013 - December 2013); Student Intern at Robotic Drilling Systems (June 2012 - September 2012); Coast Guard Firefighter / Deck Hand at Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces (October 2008 - August 2009)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Integrated Engineering, The University of British Columbia (2010 - 2015); Social Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2009 - 2010)