Thomas Lindsted

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

CIO & SVP, Global IT & Business Services at LEO Pharma

Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark

Overview

Thomas Lindsted is the CIO & SVP at LEO Pharma, leading Global IT & Business Services. With a background including senior roles at Ferring Pharmaceuticals and Novo Nordisk, he is an expert in IT strategy, digital transformation, and leading global teams. He holds an HD from the University of Southern Denmark.

He is keenly following Denmarks progress in AI and quantum computing, highlighting the launch of the Gefion AI supercomputer as a unique opportunity for the nation.

Personality Overview

Optimistic

Story Driven

Non-Confrontational

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.  They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.

Topics They Care About

Pharma Digitalization
Focuses on building a "digital core" at LEO Pharma by standardizing processes and leveraging data, paving the way for advanced AI integration in pharmaceuticals.
AI & Innovation
Expresses public excitement for AI's potential, specifically mentioning Denmark's Gefion AI supercomputer and the country's opportunity to lead in advanced computing.
Global IT Leadership
Has extensive experience building and leading large, global IT teams and centers of excellence, such as in Lisbon for Ferring and across 25 countries for Novo Nordisk.

Media Appearances

Thomas has no verified media appearances

Work History

2023
CIO & SVP, Global IT & Business Services at LEO Pharma
2019 - 2023
Head of DevOps and Deputy CIO at Ferring Pharmaceuticals
2017 - 2020
Member Board Of Directors at Intellishore
2014 - 2019
Corporate Vice President, Global IT Operations at Novo Nordisk
2012 - 2014
Vice President, IT Governance at Novo Nordisk

Education

1999 - 2001
HD from Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark
1993 - 1996
Bachelor from Aarhus University

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Exp : 28 Location : Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark Job Level : Leadership Designation : CIO & SVP, Global IT & Business Services at LEO Pharma
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Insights For Selling To Thomas

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Thomas is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Thomas

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Thomas move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Thomas take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Thomas

Personality Compatibility


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