Leonard Opitz Stornes

Leonard Opitz Stornes is a seasoned business executive and investor based in Singapore. He currently serves as Partner and Managing Director Asia at QUARKS.1 Here are some key details about his professional background and experience:

Current Roles

• Partner and Managing Director Asia at QUARKS (current position)
• Asia Advisor at Antler (January 2018 - Present)
  • Antler is a global early-stage VC firm that invests in technology companies across various sectors like robotics, AI, healthtech, fintech, and proptech.1

Board and Advisory Positions

• Board member of Harvard Business School Club of Singapore (March 2016 - Present)
• Advisory Board member at Investigate VC (December 2017 - Present)
• Jury member and mentor at Vikingcubator (January 2017 - Present)
• Committee Member at Singapore Institute of Directors (January 2014 - Present)

Previous Experience

• Managing Director Asia at DN Media Group (June 2008 - April 2023)

  • DN Media Group is a global media organization headquartered in Oslo, focusing on business and industry news reporting.1

• Held various positions at NHST Media Group Asia, including Director and General Manager (1995 - 2008)

Education

• Harvard Business School: Advanced Management Program (AMP) in 2011
• Henley Business School: MBA (2002 - 2006)
• Norwegian School of Info: Computer Science, Information Technology (1989 - 1990)

Skills and Expertise

Leonard's educational background and professional experience have equipped him with expertise in:

• Strategic innovation and change management
• Digital marketing and transformation
• Corporate responsibility and ethics
• Financial performance and strategy
• Leadership in a global economy

His diverse background spans media, venture capital, and technology sectors, making him a well-rounded business leader in the Asian market.12