30 years of broad business, data and managerial experience; visionary CEO for 20 years, working with AI since 2015, international public speaker, podcast host, angel investor and advisor for VCs and 20+ board positions to date.

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Lars Rinnan

Danish Data Science Community

Our goal is to make more people in the Danish data science space to connect and talk together 
• Facilitated collaboration between companies, researchers, and startups to co-create innovative solutions in data science and AI.
• Support innovation and Data Science development through inspiring events, workshops, and conferences.
• Built a strong community of professionals across industries to exchange experiences and showcase the power of data-driven solutions.

Vice chairperson of the board

Microsoft Fabric Community

Danish community dedicated to creating inspiration, exchange of experiences and knowledge within all parts of Microsoft Fabric and Power BI technologies – from the core functions of SQL servers to cloud services in Azure – and everything in between!

Our goal is to share knowledge, present new technologies, discuss, network and have fun.

Whether you are an architect, database administrator, database developer, BI professional, business analyst, data scientist or student, you are more than welcome to join!

Competencies:
Microsoft Fabric · Azure Data Factory · Power BI · SQL · Data Science · Kunstig Intelligens (AI) · Machine Learning · Python (programmeringssprog)

Founding Member

Hempel A/S

I lead global AI and automation initiatives, focusing on sustainability, efficiency, and innovation. 
My role involves starting Hempel's AI journey, building AI & Automation capabilities & scaling AI solutions, going from scratch to building high-performing teams across Lyngby, Gdańsk, and Mumbai, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and security standards.

Key Highlights:

AI & Automation Centre of Excellence: Established and scaled AI & Automation solutions globally, with regular Center of practise meetings.

Hempawise & Customer Care RAG Chat: Developed an AI-powered chatbot integrating legacy systems and with Micro-services to Dynamics CRM, with plans for ERP expansion.

Innovating Material Research: Ran several PoC projects on AI-driven molecule simulations to accelerate the development of new products, bridging the gap between research and commercialization.

Promoting Responsible AI: Implemented responsible AI practices, including the creation of insightful dashboards and scorecards in Azure OpenAI and Azure ML, aligning innovation with ethical and regulatory standards.

Governance & Strategy: Created Hempel’s AI policy, governance framework, and strategy in collaboration with compliance teams.

Part of Hempels Architecture board
Part of Hempels AI Governance Board

Technical Expertise: Extensive experience with Microsoft’s Data & AI stack, as well as the Power platform.

I’m passionate about empowering teams and transforming business processes through cutting-edge technology, data, and AI.

Director / Head of Artificial Intelligence & Automation (CoE)

AI Denmark

• Evaluated innovative AI projects across diverse industries for AI Denmark.
• Focused on ambition, potential, and sustainability of AI solutions.
• Recognized groundbreaking solutions driving real-world impact and advancing responsible AI.

Jury member AI Denmark

Pioneer Centre for AI

The purpose of the newly established centre is to address society’s largest challenges through fundamental research and interdisciplinary problem-solving. In order to ensure that the research has a relevant societal impact we aim to facilitate close ties between our researchers and experienced professionals with a strategic view.

National Board Member

NextBridge AS

• Led a talented team of Data Engineers and Data Scientists at Amesto Nextbridge to deliver innovative solutions to clients in various industries.
• Implemented machine learning and AI technologies to enhance fact-finding, improve outcomes in life sciences, and forecast drug shortages in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Collaborated with clients like DSV Transport, Equinor, and European sperm bank to collect ESG data, automate accounting processes, and generate synthetic data for research.

Managing Director Amesto Nextbridge

GroupM

As Head of BI Solutions, I led an international team that expanded from 3 to 12 employees with expertise in BI, data engineering, data science, and digital advertising. Our team delivered scalable data platform solutions for Nordic and global brands, integrating data from diverse platforms into unified cloud environments on Azure and GCP.

Key Achievements:

-Transformed a loss-making unit with 1M DKK in 2020 to a profitable revenue of 4M DKK in 2021, with 40% projected growth in 2022.
-Shifted from Power BI-only solutions to full-scale platforms, including automation, AI, and app development, for global projects.
-Established best practices in data governance, workshops, and agile project management, enabling Nordic markets to create advanced data solutions.

Major Projects Delivered:
- GroupM Nordic data lake project (Azure & GCP).
- Tools for market share estimation, dynamic pricing, and tagging automation.
- Automated brand tracking and integrated media performance reporting for five countries.
- Global programmatic supply chain optimization for Shell.

Our efforts streamlined processes, improved data quality, and delivered impactful insights for decision-making across markets.

Head of BI Solutions (GroupM)

GroupM - HQ company for WPP in the Nordics.
As the Innovation Lead at WPP in the Nordics, I was responsible for driving innovation projects and product development, collaborating with startups and scaleups to bring ideas to life. I led genAI projects, and the organization of the Microsoft Data & AI hackathon and developed tech products such as the Sustainability dashboard & app, and Mediatrader - Campaign automation, streamlining the process from client to live campaign.

Innovation Lead

ProActive A/S

In my time at ProActive, I was nominated by Partner Gorm Priem to Berlingske's Talent 100 for the many tasks, projects, and roles I fulfilled. Among these was both doing webinars, teaching, although most importantly consulting and leading projects in the following area’s;
·	Power Platform; Power BI, Power Apps, Power automate & AI builder
·	Data Governance, compliance & security
·	Business analysis, solution design / architecture, with documentation of user stories and technical specifications.
·	Sales & Business consulting on Data & AI: Data platform strategy & framework, as well as assessments
·	Sales & marketing for the Data & AI team
·	Project lead for agile CRM, HR & Finance data projects, using DevOps.

Technologies I have worked with in ProActive; Power BI, R, R Server, Azure SQL server with Data warehouse, SSIS, SSAS, Data Lake, Data factory, Cosmos Db, Streaming analytics, Machine learning studio, Cognitive services, AI builder, Power Platform.

Senior Business Consultant, Data & AI

Within the Data & AI team, I work with the following area's:

· Business analysis, solution design / architecture, with documentation of user stories and technical specifications.
· Business intelligence with Power BI, SSAS, SSIS & Azure.
· Data & AI adoption
· Teaching Power BI, Data visualization, Data Governance and Data science 
· Data Science, machine learning & AI in Azure & Microsoft R server.
· Build & delivered Data platform & data warehouse projects for omnichannel analytics
· Build & delivered Financial planning project for restaurant chain

Data & AI Consultant

Experian

Project Contract as project manager on the Handelsbanken’s e-commerce project, where I was responsible for the following;
·	Development of analytics models, data validation and concepts. 
·	Contract administration, scope & cost management, awa. task control & time approval.
·	Planning, staffing, weekly scrums & decisions on best analytics models with analysts
·	In addition to this I did change requests, risk & issue log, stakeholder management, project documentation & Invoicing
·	Presentations & communications with Handelsbanken’s Credit Risk Management in English & Swedish
In addition, I also worked shortly in the role of analytics consultant, where I developed customer churn models with random forest and helped with pre-sales

Analytics Consultant & Project Manager

With over 15 years of experience in Digital, Data, and AI, I specialize in delivering transformative solutions that drive business growth, operational efficiency, and sustainability. My passion lies in leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create scalable, customer-centric outcomes across diverse industries.

Key Expertise:
- Solution Architecture: Skilled in designing scalable Data & AI architectures, including Azure Data Lake, Microsoft Fabric, Synapse Analytics, and Power BI. Founding member of the Danish Microsoft Fabric User Group and adept at integrating advanced AI tools like Azure OpenAI and Azure AI Services.

- Leadership & Collaboration: Proven track record of leading high-performing, distributed teams. I foster innovation, mentor talent, and build inclusive environments that drive results.

- Project Management: Experienced in managing large-scale Data & AI projects from concept to delivery, aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Certified in PRINCE2 and PRINCE2 Agile.

- AI Innovation: Delivered advanced AI use cases, including GenAI, RAG Chat, and multi-agent systems, transforming processes in finance, manufacturing, and marketing.

- Teaching & Adoption: Expertise in M365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Synapse, AI Studio, Azure OpenAI Service, Data Factory, Databricks, and Azure DevOps.

- Compliance & Governance: Strong focus on Responsible AI, data ethics, and compliance, including EU AI Act, GDPR, and ISO standards.

- Educational Background & Certifications:
I hold a MSc. Finance & Econometrics, and am completing my thesis for an Executive Master in IT Management at ITU Copenhagen, focusing on AI governance. 
My education in AI & ML from MIT, along with certifications in data science, AI, ML, data engineering, and Prince 2 agile, reinforces my technical foundation.

Recognition & Community Contributions:
As an honorary Microsoft Regional Director and Microsoft MVP in AI and formerly in Data Platforms, I’ve been recognized for technical expertise and thought leadership, as seen by Hyperight’s Nordic Top 100 for Data & AI nominee as well as DAIR Award finalist for Responsible AI, I regularly contribute to hackathons, workshops, & global speaking engagements.

Remote-Ready & Globally Minded:
Thriving in dynamic environments, I excel in leading distributed teams and global projects. My experience with international clients enables me to tackle complex challenges with an adaptable, innovative approach.

Let’s connect to explore opportunities where Data & AI can drive transformative business outcomes.

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