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Project leader for the Green Transition of Blekinge's Industry through Industrial and social symbiosis

Industrial and social symbiosis is a sustainable and interconnected relationship between industries and society as a whole, in which they collaborate to optimize resource use, minimize waste, and enhance economic and social well-being for mutual benefit. 

Residual flows of materials, renewable energy, resource optimization, business development

During 2023-2026, the project Kickstart 2, co-financed by the European Union, will work to accelerate the green transition of Blekinge's industry.
  
Previous projects:
-       Project leader/process leader for the project Kickstart S3 Blekinge - creating innovation capability in the Blekinge region
-	Process manager/business developer focus industry for the project CoDev - supporting SME businesses to accelerate their green and digital transformation

Project Leader

Företagarna Syd

Board Member I Styrelseledamot
Företagarna Olofström 
The Swedish Federation of Business Owners - Olofström

Board Member I Styrelseledamot

rolandporter.co - Business Coach

Specialized in 

- Business Advisory
- Executive Coaching
- Sustainable Innovation
- Workshop Facilitation
- Process Optimization

Business Advisor / Executive Coach

Baosteel Tailored Blanks Sverige AB

Senior Finance Manager and member of Executive team, 
Responsible for Accounting and Controlling function with 2 co-workers 
SAP responsible for FI/CO modules 
Financial reporting to Group and Fiscal reporting SE GAAP and IFRS
Implementation Treasury management and Factoring programs

Leadership and employee development programs, including coaching/mentoring, and inter-cultural communication to improve organizational climate and business performance
HR process development (Comp./benefits, Training, Core Values, HR IT system implementation)

CFO / HR Manager

CEO / Board member

-	Responsible for company operations, executive team, and workforce 100 employees
-	Full P&L responsibility with a focus on sales revenue growth
-	Increased annual sales turnover from 300 MSEK to 700 MSEK during the period 2013-2017
-	Key Account responsible for Volvo Cars, Volvo Trucks and Scania
-	B2B Sales and Strategic marketing to Tier 1 suppliers
-	Business and cultural integration after acquisition from ThyssenKrupp (DE) to Wisco/Baosteel (CN)
-	LEAN and QA implementation, certification according to ISO/IATF 16949, 14001 & 45001
-       Implementation and compliance to mandatory Sustainability Reporting according to NFR Directive
-	Planned and realized >250 MSEK investments in infrastructure and machinery

CEO/Site Manager

thyssenkrupp

-	Senior Finance Manager and member of Executive team, 
-	Responsible for Accounting and Controlling function with 2 co-workers 
-	Project leader SAP implementation and responsible for FI/CO modules 
-	Financial reporting to Group and Fiscal reporting SE GAAP and IFRS
-	Implementation Treasury management and Factoring programs

- Teamleader for Nordic Controller team with 4 co-workers (DK/FI/NO/SE)
- Project lead for harmonization of control processes at IBM Global Services Nordic cluster 
- Project lead for integration and improvement projects within Business controlling function

Business Controller / Team Leader

Crédit Agricole CIB

Financial reporting to parent company in France and Swedish Financial authorities

Financial Analyst

Management accountant (General reporting) for 3M Svenska AB
Transfer of Accounting function from Sweden to European Shared Accounting Center (ESAC) in UK

Management Accountant

Business Mentor empowering Entrepreneurs to succeed ✈️ Writer Author ✏️ Strategy Mindset Wellness 🎾

🌿 Sustainable Project Leader | Innovator in Green Transition | Multilingual Business Strategist

Welcome to my professional space!

I am a transformative leader with deep expertise in steering sustainable innovation and green industry transitions. My career is anchored in integrating cutting-edge strategies with a focus on sustainability, driving impactful changes in both the energy sector and broader business landscapes.

🌐 Championing Sustainable Industry in Blekinge

Currently leading the Green Transition in Blekinge's Industry, I focus on industrial and social symbiosis. This pivotal role involves developing eco-friendly and efficient relationships between industries and communities, championing resource optimization, waste reduction, and socio-economic enhancement.

🤝 Cross-Cultural Collaboration & Strategic Leadership

I excel in merging innovation with sustainable practices, thriving in diverse and global collaborations. My career spans significant roles in project management and strategic development, where I've been instrumental in formulating and executing visionary strategies. My approach is rooted in challenging the status quo and pioneering sustainable advancements.

🌍 Global Experience & Board-Level Impact

With rich international exposure across the UK, Germany, and Sweden, my contributions have shaped various global initiatives. I bring valuable insights from my board experiences in the automotive sector and with Företagarna, The Swedish Federation of Business Owners.

🔍 Future Aspirations

As I continue my professional journey, my commitment is steadfast to advocating for sustainable practices and fostering innovative thinking. Let's connect and explore collaborative opportunities, exchange ideas, or engage in discussions about sustainable development and innovative transformations.

Roland Porter

SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Adult Education Teacher- Family and Childhood Education Program (FACE)

The University of Arizona Global Campus

Faculty- Doctoral Programs

Walden University

Provides professional development and training for the College of Nursing students and faculty.

Faculty/ Training and Development Specialist

College Instructor

University Instructor

Various Companies

Various Universities | Online & In-Person | 2001 – Present
Contributing Faculty Member 
Supported undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students pursuing advanced degrees from public leadership and social education to journalism across 14 universities and 1,000 courses. Covered instructional models and strategies, instructional technology, curriculum design and development, and technology integration in teaching and learning. Designed twelve courses for online graduate programs and created, edited, and updated current training documents, internal communications, and eLearning modules. 
Universities: Walden University | Northcentral University | Purdue Global University (Kaplan University) | Grand Canyon University | Capella University | The University of Phoenix | Northern Arizona State University | Saybrook University

Curriculum Consultant, Professional Development and Training

Capella University

Instructor, School of Education online
Faculty member for pre-service, Master's, and Doctoral students in elementary and secondary Education, instructional models and strategies, curriculum design and development, educational research methods, and literacy.
•	Chaired and served on committees for over 120 doctoral dissertations and projects.
•	Designed twelve courses for online graduate programs.
•	Designed the initial Ed.D. Capstone course courses in Curriculum and Instruction (New Capstone Launch).
•	Reviewed comprehensive examinations for masters and doctoral students.
•	Chaired Ethics Review Board, served on Faculty Review Panel for academic integrity and IRB process for the university, reviewing academic honesty appeals, determining findings for students who plagiarized and falsified data in dissertations.
•	Served as Subject Matter Expert for Quality Matters courses and certification process.
•	Provided expertise on qualitative research methodologies for the college.
•	Mentored faculty across the College in the implementation of the Blackboard course management system. 
•	Mentored faculty in technical and digital support.
•	Trained Faculty in Atlas.
•	Served as a writing coach to help new doctoral learners in Public Service Leadership to develop research topics and to write for academic publications.
•	Recognized by the administration as Outstanding Faculty in the School of Education based on high numbers of Ph.D. graduates, averaging 15 annually, in both 2015 and 2016.

•	Designed twelve courses for online graduate programs.
•	Designed the initial Ed.D. Capstone course courses in Curriculum and Instruction (New Capstone Launch).
•	Reviewed comprehensive

Curriculum Writer

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX INC (THE)

Instructor, College of Education online
Taught entry-level courses in English, Business Communications, Communications, and General Studies. Developed syllabi, selected instructional approaches, and created assessment instruments.
•	Served as a faculty mentor/supervisor for new Online faculty at the UOP.
•	Created Online courses for the College of Education.
•	Served as the UOP representative for NCATE.
•	Recognized as an outstanding faculty member.

As a Faculty- Doctoral Programs at The University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC), I contribute to the academic success and professional growth of doctoral students in the fields of education and leadership. I have over 19 years of experience as an online university instructor, curriculum writer, and program developer, working with various institutions such as Walden University and Capella University.

My passion is to help others achieve their educational and career goals, especially in diverse socio-economic communities. I am a certified life coach practitioner and a trauma-informed specialist, with a focus on brain-based research and empathy. I have five degrees, including a doctorate in curriculum and instruction, and multiple certifications in social and behavioral research. I am also an educational consultant, providing training and development for various groups, universities, and organizations. I believe in finding humor and positive energy in life, and I am a champion for the underdog.

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