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Nordic Country Sales Director,
Kodak Nordic AB
“Urban
is the most fascinating colleague and manager you can possible have. His
dedication to details and his overall view of all aspects gives you the
feeling that nothing is ever left behind. Urban´s leadership gives any
person working close to him the feeling of being important in big and in
small. His leadership skills are superb and he coaches his team to
success at all times. I would love to work with Urban again in the
future and would recommend him for any challenge and any position around
the globe.” June
1, 2008
Niklas Eklöf, Account Manager, Kodak Nordic AB worked
directly with Urban at Kodak Nordic AB
“Urban is a
great manager to have in sales. He has clear understanding for business,
is dedicated, structured, intelligent and one of the best people I have
worked with in regards to coaching and motivation the sales team. He
always gives 110% and has a great momentum and drive forward. Urban is a
highly recommended team player and leader. A great inspiration and
coach!”
August 29, 2007
Per Wilhelm
Klevenberg, Nordic Key Account Manager, Kodak Norway
reported to Urban at Kodak Nordic AB
“Urban is highly skilled in both utilizing and growing his team and its
members. Focusing on the main objectives, he´s often watching the game
from the sideline, but is always present to step in and question or
support as needed. His professional conduct, strong sense of business
and a profoundly balanced personality, has made him a mentor that has
led his team through confidence. Without doubt, these qualities have
achieved an impressive growth in a transforming company facing a very
dynamic business All in all, Urban is an outstanding resource in a
senior managerial position and it would be my pleasure to cross his path
again” August 24,
2007
Daniel Flodqvist, Nordic Key Account Manager, Kodak Nordic
reported to Urban at Kodak Nordic AB
Nordic Business Manager,
Kodak Nordic AB
“Urban is one of
the most positive, focused, energetic and driven people you will ever
meet. He is one of the most incredible people I have ever worked for. He
tackled every challenge with the same positive attitude, and is
inspiring and motivating to every single person he comes into contact
with. He has an amazing ability to motivate and lead a team. I recommend
Urban to any organization that is seeking a dynamic leader with whom
they expect impactful results!”
September 6,
2007
Stephane Chivet,
Nordic Business Operations Manager, Kodak Nordic AB
reported to Urban at Kodak Nordic AB
Marketing Director and Business Dev't Mgr,
Eastman Kodak,
Europe Africa & Middle East
“I had the pleasure of working with Urban
both as a colleague as well as him being my supervisor for a few months
and it was a great experience, both times. Urban's energy,
professionalism and reliability are evident in his everyday attitude
which in many cases is role model. It has always amazed me how much work
he gets done in so little time, with so much responsibility and
pressure, with such an easy-going and positive attitude at all times. He
is an expert at prioritizing and analyzing, and always manages to obtain
a positive learning from every situation. He is used to working with a
very diverse team of people and has always shown respect and concern for
others, even in many challenging situations where negotiation and
persuasion are key. He is an amazing person to learn from and also a lot
of fun to work with!”
June 8, 2008
Cristina Santos, Professional Film Product Manager, EAMER
(Europe, Africa and Middle East), Eastman Kodak reported to Urban
at Eastman Kodak, Europe Africa & Middle East
“Urban is a
great businessman and I worked with him when he was driving a key
project implementing a new business model for one of the Kodak
organizations. He has a great understanding of business and especially
how all the parts integrate to deliver what the customer wants. That
breadth of understanding, coupled with a passion for learning, makes him
very effective and inspirational leader. I would recommend Urban to any
company wanting to implement changes in their organization. He would be
a valuable resource to make sure that success is achieved.”
August 23, 2007
Mark Fritz, European
Customer Service Manager, Kodak
worked with Urban at Eastman Kodak, Europe Africa & Middle East
“Urban is a fantastic boss he manages his
people with talent. He gives clear objectives, assigns proper resource,
provides proper training if required and then let the people work with a
soft but very efficient control. He is always available to help when
necessary, he is always helping people to find the proper solution and
never dictates what to do. Urban is very future and result oriented. He
has always the good balance between achieving tough results and making
his colleagues excited.”
August 21, 2007
Jean Paquet, Web content Manager, Web marketing activities
Europe, Kodak
reported to Urban at Eastman Kodak, Europe Africa & Middle East
“Urban combines
a number of remarkable qualities. He is not only a great strategist and
a great manager, he can also run the whole plan from a to z. His broad
background gives him a huge amount of experience in a variety of
projects, situations and solutions. He is great with most business
ingredients: People, money, time, quality and specification, is a
creative, pragmatic and solution directed individual. I can recommend
Urban whole heartedly.”
August 19, 2007
Boy Brantjes, European PR
Manager C&PI, Eastman Kodak Company
worked directly with Urban at Eastman Kodak, Europe Africa & Middle East
“Urban is a true professional who has a
unique understanding of both business and technology issues. That,
coupled with great sales and marketing skills, is a winning combination.
I found Urban highly professional, and easy to work with while at Kodak.
I consider his work and commitment first-rate and would gladly recommend
him without hesitation!”
December 17, 2005
Tobias Andersson
worked with Urban at Eastman Kodak, Europe Africa & Middle East
WW product line manager,
Eastman Kodak, Rochester NY
“Urban is an
enthusiastic, shining light who can both lead and manage an
organization. He brings his varied interests to his job which brings a
unique perspective. Urban provides clear leadership and allows employees
to grow. He understands industry trends and where to take businesses
strategically. Urban also has a well developed network of associates
that he cultivates through business and personal interests and are drawn
to his style and personality. You'll love working with Urban!”
August 21, 2007
Mark Cook,
WW Product Manager, Kodak reported to Urban at Eastman Kodak,
Rochester NY
“I worked with Urban during my time as
worldwide director of marketing for Photo CD, Kodak's first consumer
digital product. Urban is a smart, conscientious professional, with
global experience. He is a pleasure to work with.”
August 20, 2007
Paul McAfee, Director, Marketing Process Development, Eastman
Kodak Company
worked directly with Urban at Eastman Kodak, Rochester NY
“With a soft
spoken natural authority, a "can-do" attitude, and a deep understanding
of business, technology and human relations, Urban is a great leader
providing inspiration, direction and controls. He was highly respected
for his professionalism, integrity, energy and great sense of humor. It
was a pleasure working for Urban and I am happy to recommend him!”
May 16, 2007
Ola Wiig-Hanssen, Nordic Marketing
Manager, Kodak Norway
reported to Urban at Eastman Kodak, Rochester NY
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