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"Over the past 29 years, I have gone through Claus' thorough process and unique interviewing skills four times, securing four exciting executive positions. During the same period, I have chosen Claus as my preferred partner for Executive Search, enabling us/me to hire talented executives and leaders.

Claus has always been a skilled and professional leader, and I have learned a great deal from his coaching and guidance over the years. He deserves the best. I am with him for the next 30 years. I look forward to continuing our collaboration in the future with Laigaard Executive Search."

Dennis Miele Hindsberg
CEO, Plandent / Chair, Dent Support

"I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Claus on multiple occasions and across various companies. Claus and his team have provided professional and reliable assistance in recruitment, strategic sparring, and organizational development, including assessment of management teams. The ability to understand and meet our specific needs with tailored solutions has consistently resulted in significant improvements and highly relevant outcomes. Claus’ extensive experience, deep understanding of people, and expertise make him an exceptionally reliable and competent partner. The solutions delivered by Claus and his team have not only matched our needs but have also contributed to our long-term success."

Danica Sucur
Managing Director, Hottinger Brüel & Kjær

"I have known Claus since 2010, when I, as a candidate for a director position in the healthcare sector, experienced a serious, thorough, and respectful recruitment process. This is why I have never hesitated to choose Claus whenever we needed competent assistance in recruiting leaders for key positions.

Most recently, when we recruited a CIO and a CFO, Claus once again effectively and with great precision provided a strong pool of candidates, resulting in a successful match aligned with our desired profile and competencies. This has significantly contributed to the company’s continued positive development, growth, and results."

Michael Gram Kirkegaard
CEO, Aleris Denmark

”I have worked with Claus on several occasions. Both as a candidate for jobs I did and did not get – and also as a client.

Claus works with high standards on process, quality and collaboration and I can warmly recommend working with him finding your next executives.”

Mette Louise Kaagaard
General Manager / CEO, Microsoft Denmark and Iceland

"Claus assisted Lenus in recruiting a Commercial Director. The process was exceptionally thorough and involved an in-depth pre-analysis of the market, our organization, and the profiles surrounding the candidate.

The entire process was highly professional and detail-oriented, and the result reflected that. This has led to a strong and trusting collaboration, and Claus has subsequently helped Lenus fill three additional executive positions; a CHRO, a CSO, and an EA."

Bertram Thorslund
CEO & Founder, Lenus

"The thoroughness of the pre-analysis and the process has ensured that all steps have proceeded incredibly smoothly — something I would like to highlight. The final result with Claus was of exceptionally high quality and a satisfying success — we simply found the right candidates/directors.

Others may use broader search lists, while with Claus, the field was more focused. However, all candidates were more experienced and highly qualified. The processes and tasks have been very well-structured from start to finish."

Kristian Hundebøll
Former Group CEO, DLG Group

"The collaboration with Claus has been extremely beneficial for our company, especially during a period of explosive growth, where we had a significant need to strengthen our leadership team and add new competencies. Claus has invested time and resources in understanding our needs and ensuring a positive experience for all parties involved in the recruitment process. Claus not only focuses on finding candidates with the right skills but also on ensuring a good cultural fit that enables a smooth integration into the company. Employees we have hired through Claus have become an organic part of the company from day one.

Claus has been a reliable and valuable partner in our recruitment efforts, and his thorough approach has helped us meet our needs during a time of major transformation within the company."

Ieva Ankorina-Stark
Managing Director, Contura

"As both Chair and CEO, I have worked with Claus for more than 20 years because of his thoroughness. He never takes shortcuts. He excels at matching candidates to the specific job and the company in question. This stems from a unique ability to understand not only the professional requirements of the role but also the culture the candidate will become a part of.

Additionally, Claus is never afraid to speak his mind, and he does so openly – which is incredibly refreshing."

Erik Sandberg
CEO, Orifarm Group

"A long-term collaboration with Claus has met our need for precisely the right combination of competencies. Thanks to the thorough pre-analysis, search, and professional recruitment process, Lejerbo has successfully and measurably achieved an ongoing renewal of the executive management team.

The progress of both the association and the business has been strengthened through this excellent collaboration with Claus."

Palle Adamsen
Managing Director, Lejerbo

"At SwipBox, we engaged Claus to find a new CFO, and it has been a true pleasure. It began with a very thorough analysis of the job, the company, and the colleagues – always in close dialogue. There was clear communication, so it was never necessary to reach out ourselves – Claus always called first.

The entire process was well-structured and professional, and Claus also did an excellent job of understanding SwipBox’s culture, which we believe is something special. In short, we are very satisfied with both the process and the result, which is a highly skilled new colleague."

Jens Rom
CEO, Swipbox

"Claus is focused, professional, and a pleasure to work with. We have always been incredibly well-informed throughout the processes, and Claus has demonstrated a qualified and confident assessment of potential candidates.

I have worked with Claus for 14 years, during which he has assisted with both recruitment and development of top executives at the C-level, as well as coaching them. As a result, Claus has played a central role, and I have always found him to be highly goal-oriented and very ambitious. He never gives up and works with impressive professionalism."

Pål Thore Krosby
Chair in several Norwegian companies / Former CEO, Aller Media Denmark

"We have used Claus for leadership-level recruitment within a strategically important business area at Sparekassen Sjælland-Fyn.

We have been very satisfied with the collaboration, which has been characterized by thorough preparation, a high level of professionalism, and excellent follow-up dialogue – making us feel confident throughout the process and its progress."

Bruno Riis-Nielsen
Former Bank Director, Sparekassen Sjælland-Fyn

"With his solid industry knowledge, Claus contributed to the recruitment of a COO for Lithium Balance. Despite the industry-specific nature of the role, Claus found the perfect match with the right competencies.

In addition to providing dedicated support, Claus has acted as a trusted advisor throughout the entire process."

Lars Barkler
Senior Director, Fluence / Former CEO, Lithium Balance

"I have had the pleasure of working with Claus since 2013. He has assisted in identifying and recruiting candidates for several critical positions during my time at both H+H and Rockwool.

I find Claus to be professional and deeply committed to the search process. On a personal level, I greatly appreciate Claus' honest and straightforward manner, both in the context of search and advisory discussions."

Bjørn Rici Andersen
Senior Vice President, Rockwool

"I have successfully worked with Claus to find a new CFO for SwipBox in Sønderborg.

Claus was diligent, thorough, and clear in his preparation and alignment of expectations. It was a challenging task, but Claus delivered two candidates, both of whom were entirely suitable. Either candidate could have gotten the job. We received more than we expected, and the process was efficient, professional, and carried out with a smile."

Lars-Christian Brask
Member of Parliament / Former Chair, Swipbox