Erik Dahlin

Erik Dahlin

Strategic Business Growth · Tech Leadership · IT Security

📍 Stockholm, Sweden

About

Swedish MSc in Business and Economics with a proven track record across multiple industries and international markets. Currently driving IT security solutions and AI adoption at Coegi Cloud, with prior experience scaling enterprise accounts at Salesforce and Microsoft.

Entrepreneurially minded with a strategic approach to business growth, I combine technical expertise with consultative selling to help organizations streamline their security posture and leverage emerging technologies. From founding a student startup hub to mentoring first-time founders, I'm passionate about building things that matter.

Beyond the boardroom, I bring a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences—from judging Irish whiskeys to achieving Mensa membership. I believe the best business outcomes come from flexible teamwork, agile decision-making, and maintaining genuine human connections.

What drives me? Solving complex problems that create real value. Whether it's helping a client navigate their cloud transformation or mentoring a founder through their go-to-market strategy, I thrive on the intersection of strategic thinking and practical execution. I'm not just about closing deals—I'm about building lasting partnerships that drive mutual growth.

Quick Facts

  • Location: Stockholm, Sweden
  • Education: MSc Business & Economics, Umeå School of Business and Economics
  • Exchange: Hanyang University, Seoul (90.9/100 GPA)
  • Languages: Swedish (Native), English (Fluent)
  • Focus: IT Security, Cloud, AI Tools
  • Mindset: Growth-oriented, Strategic

Experience

2023 – Present
Stockholm, Sweden

Key Account Executive

Coegi Cloud

Cross- and upselling managed accounts through strategic consulting based on customers' business processes and goals. Packaged IT security solutions to streamline sales cycles.

Driving customer understanding and adoption of security mindset and AI tools through consultative and relationship-based selling approach.

2022 – 2023
Dublin, Ireland

Account Executive

Salesforce

Cross- and upselling managed accounts while signing net new logos through C-level executive engagement. Full sales cycle ownership with strategic alignment to customers' long-term goals.

Worked across the full product suite from core CRM to Heroku and marketing solutions, driving mutual growth and customer success.

2020 – 2022
Dublin, Ireland

Digital Sales Representative

Microsoft

Full sales cycle from lead to close, positioning cloud solutions for C-level executives in both public and private sectors across Nordic and UK/Irish markets.

Extended role into account management, handling Azure cloud computing and storage, collaboration tools, and security solutions. Mentored newer sales representatives to ensure customer success mindset.

2018 – 2020
Umeå, Sweden

Founding Board Member

Student Startup Hub

Launched an NGO promoting entrepreneurship among university students, creating a natural meeting ground for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Planned and executed workshops, lectures, and networking events to facilitate skill development, idea generation, and constructive feedback exchange.

Expertise

Core Competencies

  • Strategic Account Management
  • IT Security Solutions
  • Cloud Computing (Azure, AWS)
  • AI Tools & Adoption
  • C-Level Executive Engagement
  • Consultative Selling
  • Business Development

Technical Skills

  • MS Office Suite & Google Workspace
  • Salesforce CRM
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Python & SQL (Basic)
  • Google Analytics GA4
☁️ Azure AZ-900
🖥️ Microsoft 365 MS-900
📊 Google Analytics GA4

Business Acumen

  • Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Long-term Account Planning
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Mentoring & Leadership
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Digital Marketing Fundamentals
  • Entrepreneurship

Distinctions

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Mensa Member

Member of the high IQ society with a certified score of 135+ (99th global percentile), bringing analytical rigor to strategic challenges.

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Whiskey Enthusiast

Irish Whiskey Awards judge for 2021 and 2022, combining refined taste with attention to detail and quality assessment.

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Startup Mentor

Active mentor to first-time company founders, focusing on marketing strategy and sustainable business development.