Sigrun Daireaux

Executive leader I C-level I Growth‑stage & industrial sectors I Strategy I Commercial development I International scaling I Building effective organisations

Norway

About

Strategic and operational leader with 15+ years of experience in technology-driven industries, innovation ecosystems, and international business development. Proven track record in scaling organisations, driving commercial growth, and leading and developing high-performing teams. Combines strong technical and analytical capabilities (MSc in Physics) with commercial acumen, stakeholder management, and people-oriented leadership. Core competencies: · Commercial leadership: Market expansion, B2B sales, strategic partnerships, international growth · Technology & innovation: Digitalisation, technology investments, product/portfolio development · Strategic management: P&L responsibility, business planning, execution, performance management · Organisational development: Scaling teams, culture building, operational excellence · Stakeholder engagement: Board-level communication and governance, investor relations, government liaison · Cross-cultural leadership: Extensive experience in European markets Key achievements: · Delivered 50% revenue growth in France through strategic repositioning, new sector entry, and strengthened commercial execution. · Built and led a high-performing international team, improving structure, culture, and delivery capacity. · Managed technology investment portfolios and partnerships with global players. · Executed operational transformations that improved productivity, governance, and scalability. · Served on multiple technology and innovation boards, contributing to strategic direction and growth.

Experience

  • Chairperson of the Board at Expert Analytics
    Jun 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    Expert Analytics is a private research and development consultancy originating from Oslo, Norway, today with offices also in Munich, Germany, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, specializing in data science, AI, mathematical modeling, and advanced software development, with 75% of the team holding PhDs. With expertise in high-performance computing, data visualization, and AI/ML, we serve industries such as energy, finance, manufacturing, and automation. We thrive on complex challenges, delivering tailored solutions that bridge the gap between industry needs and cutting-edge technology.

  • Board Member at Nåva Space
    Jun 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    Nåva Space is developing and commercialising the Next Generation Space Suits: A space suit developed with astronauts, designed for the future of human space exploration.

  • Strategic Board Advisor at Dike rådgivning
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    Board evaluation, development and recruiting Management advisory Management for hire

  • Country Manager, Innovation Norway – France at Innovasjon Norge
    Oct 2022 - Feb 2026 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Full P&L management responsibility for French operations, with a focus on international business development, market expansion, and strategic partnerships. Key achievements: - Developed and executed go-to-market strategies in Green Maritime and Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) sectors, resulting in +50% sales growth. - Built and led a high-performing cross-functional team, overseeing recruitment, coaching, and stakeholder engagement. - Strengthened Norway–France business relations through governmental representation and targeted industry networking. - Managed budgeting, compliance, and contract negotiations, ensuring operational and regulatory excellence.

  • COO at Universitetsforlaget
    Jun 2021 - Sep 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Organisational transformation from physical to digital products and production. Drove efficiency improvements, training and change management in a knowledge‑intensive organisation. Responsible for administrative systems, book production, and the implementation of new tools and work processes. Led the editorial, production, sales and administration departments to solve organisational challenges and reduce operational bottlenecks.