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Get a mentor

Getting help from a mentor can strengthen both you and your business.

Among our members are a number of experienced mentors who want to help create the next generation of entrepreneurs and companies in Billund Municipality.

Get a mentor who creates focus and momentum in your business

As an entrepreneur, you can greatly benefit from having a mentor attached. The mentor listens, advises and challenges you - all to help you make the right decisions for your business.

People who have had a mentor often say that it has helped them maintain focus and make progress in developing their company. Progress is exactly what we emphasise in the mentoring program we have created.

Contact us

Would you like to hear more about mentoring courses?

If you would like to hear more about mentoring, contact us today. We are ready to help.

Paul-Erik Hensgen
Business developer
+45 92 15 01 09 peh@billunderhverv.dk

Our mentor corps

Ulrich Kristensen

Business Development Manager
A. Hartrodt Denmark A / S
Sales of technical products, sales channels, analysis, daily operations, business start-up.

Ejvind Skovsgaard

Director
Urskou A / S
Sales and customer care, capital raising, idea development, sales of technical products.

Remonda Kirketerp-Møller

Founder & CEO
Muinmos ApS
Digitization, scale from start-up phase to growth, sales.

Kent Hedemann Kristensen

CEO
AGON A / S
Sales of technical products, board work, outsourcing, export, green transition, management, business start-up.

Preben Møller Nielsen

Director
A / S INTERLIFT
Strategy, management, capital, transport and logistics, executive search, board roles in owner-managed companies.

Max Birkelund

Director
AutoMax
Development of mechanics and technology, business start-up, capital, business start-up.

Jeppe Hebsgaard Laursen

Director
Zebicon A / S
Strategy and business plan, prototyping, production, management, sales of technical products, board work.

Jørgen Guldager

Director
Jørgen Guldager A/S
Idea development, management, production, operation, optimization, sale and purchase of business.

Bjarne Ammitzbøll

Director
BA Consult
Financial matters, strategy, management and organization, global network, investment.

Anders Mikkelsen

Offshore Installation Specialist
AB Holding
Management, business start-ups, green energy, idea development.

Arne Jacobsen

Director
AJ Garden Support
Accounting, budgeting, organization building, business development, financing.

Ole Christensen

Director
Ole Christensen Holding ApS
Finance, sparring, management, board work, idea development.

Oluf Steensgaard Sørensen

Director
AT Finans ApS
Finance/accounting, identifying business opportunities, management, board work.

Per Ahm

Entrepreneur
Pahm ApS, Originals
Digitalization and efficiency improvement, idea development, goal setting, marketing.

Johnny Hansen

Owner / Director
Kontorbutikken ApS
Management, sales, local knowledge, customer-oriented, retail.

Jonas Pedersen

Owner
Sir. P, Mr. Thomsen, PH Henne Strand
Retail, operation of physical stores, sales, board work.

Leo Bøgeholm Madsen

Partners
Bogetorp
Int. management, business development, sales/marketing, branding, SOME, search & selection, team building, coaching of leaders.

Chris Hutchinson

Experienced Entrepreneur
10+ Years in Retail, Hospitality, & Sports Coaching. Client Relationships. Agile project management.

Jens Guldbrand Hansen

Director
Guldbrand Holding
Sales management. budgeting, sales and pricing strategy. development and optimization of sales organization. board experience.

What do mentors and mentees say?

"I have a great passion for entrepreneurship and want to bring my knowledge and experience into the role of mentor and sparring partner for start-up companies in Billund municipality"
Preben Møller Nielsen
Mentor at Billund Business
"I'm an entrepreneur myself, and I want to bring my entrepreneurial experience to bear on new entrepreneurs, so that I can help them get started as best as possible".
Jørgen Guldager
Mentor at Billund Business
"The connection with a mentor has been absolutely fantastic for me - Remonda has helped me navigate through the Danish system and she has given me ideas on how to build an international business network."
Renugadevi Mariappan
Entrepreneur and owner of MagnoZeal MedTech Solutions

Josefine Gren Runge

Student assistant

Josefine is currently studying to become a Service and Experience Economist with a specialization in event management, where she will start a top-up in Innovation and Entrepreneurship this summer.

She primarily helps with communication tasks, including SoMe, updating the website and digital marketing. She also helps where she can, within her areas of expertise.

Josefine has extensive experience in the service and tourism industry, where she has acquired several experience-based skills - including how to best communicate to different target groups, as well as the ability to get a team to lift together. She has recently worked with PR, where she has created content for press releases, SoMe and much more.

Julie Josefine Schou Lauesen

Communication and marketing

Julie expertly manages our communication.

She has several years of experience in external communication, website development, and digital marketing through newsletters, social media, and web content.

Julie is structured, efficient, and has a keen eye for detail. As an experienced copywriter, she creates engaging content for the target audience – from press releases and newsletters to social media posts, website content, and compelling storytelling.

Marianne K. Thomsen

Business coordinator & Newcomer Service

Marianne has extensive knowledge of workforce needs, recruitment, and retention. She maintains close dialogue with our companies on connecting with students and leads our local HR network for member companies.

Marianne has daily contact with potential and new immigrants looking to settle in Billund Municipality for work. With many years of experience in both the private and public sectors, she specializes in recruitment, training, and upskilling of employees.

Marianne is available to assist companies with international recruitment, helping to convey what may not always be captured on a website or in writing to potential recruits from around the world.

Marianne Hestbech Witte

Business developer

Marianne is our strong local expert in sales, marketing, and business development within retail, tourism, and entrepreneurship. 

She brings a solid background with over 25 years of experience as a freelancer and at various agencies, where she has worked on outreach sales, retail concept development, tourism, and business development. 

You will meet Marianne daily in our startup environment and business office at Kløvermarken, where she provides guidance and support to entrepreneurs across Billund Municipality. Marianne engages with you on a personal level, quickly identifying challenges and offering clear, actionable solutions. With a sharp focus on online and graphic communication, her goal is to ensure sustainable business practices.

Paul-Erik Hensgen

Business developer

Paul-Erik holds a Master of Science in International Marketing and has many years of experience as a marketing manager in large B2B and B2C companies, including manufacturing and the tourism industry. This has provided him with strong commercial expertise. Additionally, Paul-Erik has spent 10 years as an independent consultant for SMEs.

His focus areas at Billund Business include business development, entrepreneurship, and mentor and investor networks.

Lars Gadgaard

Business developer

Lars brings a strong background in business development and a deep understanding of the business promotion system. With his commercial expertise, you can expect strategic sparring on development and growth.

He has 11 years of experience as an owner-manager and has held director-level positions in several companies.

Lars' areas of focus include business development, green and sustainable transition, digitalisation, competence development, and strategy. He is certified in various business development tools, including The Growth Wheel®.

If you need advice on developing your business, Lars is just a call away.

Marie Skov Lillelund

Director

Marie holds the leadership position in the association, setting the direction in collaboration with the board of directors, and is closely involved in the association’s daily operations and development.

She is responsible for developing the association's strategic initiatives, prioritizing dialogue and networking with members and other key partners who contribute to growth and development in Billund Municipality.

Marie has extensive experience in organizational and business development, change management, sales, strategic communication, as well as network development and facilitation.

Difference between A and B members

You become an A-member with the right to vote if your company is located in Billund Municipality.

You become a B-member without the right to vote if your company is outside Billund Municipality, but you get the same opportunities for exposure and participation in network activities and events.

Guest

Are you unsure whether a membership with Billund Business is right for you? Attend one of our upcoming events as a guest and see for yourself.

Contact us on info@billunderhverv.dk, then you can come along as a guest to an optional event if there is room.

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