Sigurd Seteklev

Sigurd Seteklev is the Founder and CEO of @kitemakerhq (YC W21), an accomplished professional with a strong background in mathematics, technology, product management, and strategy.

Sigurd's educational journey is diverse and impressive, including pursuing studies in MBA, Strategy, Marketing, General Management, Mathematics, Algebraic Topology, Natural Sciences, and Applied Mathematics with a focus on computational science, at prestigious institutions such as INSEAD, University of Oslo, and Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences.

With a wealth of experience in various organizations, Sigurd has held key roles such as Founder and CEO at Kitemaker, Director of Media Insights, Product Lead, and Chief Strategy Officer at Schibsted Media Group, Product Manager at Telenor Digital, and Interim Project Manager at Smart Innovation Østfold among others.

Sigurd's professional journey also includes roles as a Freelancer at Artplant, Product Expert/Analyst at If P&C Insurance, Lead Programmer, Scrum Master at Artplant, as well as positions in organizations such as Systems in Motion (now Kongsberg Oil and Gas) and OM Technology (now NASDAQ OMX and Brady plc).

His versatile background showcases a blend of technical expertise, strategic leadership, product management skills, and a deep understanding of mathematical principles, making him a well-rounded professional in the tech and business industry.