Pierre is Professor, Chair of data-centric design engineering and Deputy Head of School for the Dyson School of Design Engineering at Imperial College, London. Prior to moving to London, Pierre was a Professor with DTU - Technical University of Denmark for more than 16 years - Initially as Professor in Energy Analytics and Markets, followed by a position as Professor of Operations Research and Analytics.

As Chief Scientist at Halfspace, Pierre is focused on the use of cutting-edge AI technologies and technical problem solving to help our partners achieve and maintain a competitive edge.

Pierre is as well the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Forecasting and a Director of the International Institute of Forecasters. ‎ ‎

Claus is founding partner and CEO of Halfspace, advising on- and enabling management and leadership teams to drive analytics and AI initiatives. He has years of experience in building advanced technical teams to support commercial strategies, and has served as an advisor to senior leaders in well-known Danish and American organisations on AI use case maturity and investments in AI.

Prior to founding Halfspace, Claus co-founded two of the most recognised online platforms in Scandinavia, within gaming and fashion blogs. 

He is a former world top 10 ranked backgammon player by World Series of Backgammon.

As Chief People Officer, Ditte operate at the intersection of building organisation and culture with a strong emphasis on people development and leadership coaching.

Her academic background is rooted in a MSc within Applied Economics and Finance from Copenhagen Business School (CBS), an executive certification from Columbia University and a MSc in Positive Psycology from Aarhus University. 

Prior to joining Halfspace, Ditte has amassed an impressive track record over the past 20 years. working as a strategy consultant at QVARTZ and an Associate Partner at Vertical Strategy (both now Bain & Company), and with corporate institutions such as Danske Bank and Danica Pension, specialising in B2C and go-to-market strategies.

Most recently, Ditte served as a Partner at the strategy consulting firm, Round, where she headed the People Development practice. Throughout her career, Ditte has championed human-centric cultures, inclusive leadership, diversity, and people development.

Mikkel is a Director of Data Science at Halfspace. He holds a PhD in experimental particle physics from the University of Oxford and the LHCb collaboration at the CERN laboratory, and an MSc in theoretical physics from the Niels Bohr Institute.

Mikkel works with our clients to create sustained and lasting value through advanced analytics and AI solutions, and supports the entire development life cycle, from driving ideation and design to the implementation of sophisticated statistical and machine learning models, and finally communicating findings to executives, translating rigorous analysis into actionable conclusions.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Mikkel worked with Nordea Markets in their Desk Quant Division, has been analysing the shipping industry with SeaIntel Maritime Analysis, and has been teaching physics and mathematics courses at DTU and the University of Oxford. Always curious, Mikkel has won a bronze medal from the International Physics Olympiad Finals in Mexico in 2009, been a visiting student at Caltech, and studied Political Science for one year between his bachelor's and master's in Physics, achieving top results all around.

Ahmet is a Staff Data Scientist and part of our Advanced Analytics and AI team, helping our clients make better, more informed decisions, faster.

Before joining Halfspace, Ahmet worked with BCG GAMMA as a Data Scientist, applying his skills across various industries including healthcare, commercial banking, and industrial goods. His experience also includes nearly four years at Nordea, where he focused on model risk, product recommendations, customer activity insights, and predictive modeling.

Ahmet holds an MSc in Applied Mathematics and Computer Engineering from DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Marieke is a Data Scientist at Halfspace, and a part of our Advanced Analytics and AI team. She comes with a distinguished academic background from the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, and has spent a year as an exchange student at Caltech. She was awarded the Lørup Prize for academic excellence, and later pursued a PhD at the University of Oxford in string theory and quantum field theory. Marieke further worked at CERN, analyzing vast data sets to detect Glueball collisions.

Following her PhD, Marieke served as a Research Assistant Professor at the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics, Stony Brook University.

Marieke has co-authored nine research papers with over 650 citations, and her work has earned her invitations to speak at prestigious institutions, including Harvard and CERN.

Outside of her professional life, Marieke enjoys singing and once performed as a lead singer in the Danish Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

Simon is a co-founder and Director within our engineering practice at Halfspace. He partners with our clients, from engineering and data science teams to end-users and senior management, to understand their needs and build impactful AI Foundations that serve advanced analytics and AI solutions at scale.

He holds a Ph.D. in operations research and applied math from DTU with deep insight in optimisation. Simon has a bronze medal from the unofficial World Cup in Schedule Planning.

Sebastian is a Director, Data Science at Halfspace. He was the first person ever in the Nordics, to be fast-tracked at BCG GAMMA, before joining Halfspace as Staff Data Scientist. He has been involved in several advanced analytics and AI projects in various industries across Europe - from pharma to consumer and industrial goods to the airline industry.

Sebastian holds an MSc in industrial engineering and management with a specialisation in Operations Research and Machine Learning from DTU.

Katrine is a Senior Data Scientist and part of our AI and Advanced Analytics team, helping our clients make better, more informed decisions, faster.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Katrine worked with QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey as a Data Scientist and as a generalist with a focus on Operations and Digital Strategy for close to 3 years. Before that, Katrine spent 3 1/2 years as a consultant while studying.

She comes with a MSc in Mathematics and Economics and a specialisation in Operations Research from Aarhus University.

Rasmus is the Chief Analytics Officer at Halfspace. He has extensive experience in driving large-scale analytics and AI projects within industries such as pharma, manufacturing, and retail.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Rasmus spent 6.5 years with BCG, the past 3 years as Lead Data Scientist for the BCG GAMMA Copenhagen Office, building its Danish presence. He further served as Global Coordinator at the BCG GAMMA CoE for Analytics and AI projects across the globe.

Rasmus holds a BSc and MSc with Honours in Chemical Engineering from DTU and has been a visiting student at Caltech.

Isabel is an experienced leader in leveraging data and AI strategically, bringing over 10 years of consultancy experience with top-tier C25 enterprises. She has successfully led large-scale AI and analytics initiatives, backed by ~5 years of hands-on expertise in leading and implementing AI-driven solutions.

Isabel holds a M.Sc in Economic Marketing & Consumer Behavior.

Rune holds a PhD in statistics under the supervision of world-renowned Professor Jonas Peters and has spent much of his research career exploring the application of causal methods to machine learning. At Halfspace, Rune works with highly advanced models and algorithms to solve complex challenges for our clients. 

He has been involved in groundbreaking papers in the applied sciences, including a Nature publication in 2021. In his spare time, Rune sings in a rhythmic choir, brews homemade IPA and plays discgolf (current PR -7).

Thomas is a Director, Engineering at Halfspace. He works closely with our clients, from engineering teams to end-users and senior management, to understand their needs and build impactful engineering and analytics solutions.

He holds a M.Sc. in Management Engineering from DTU and have previously worked at KPMG followed by Nordea Markets IT, building analysis and reporting software solutions for the Analytics Division. Thomas is a former 2. Division football player.

Line is a Senior Engagement Manager at Halfspace, working within the Strategy & Execution team to guide clients in steering direction and driving impact through AI.

She holds a B.Sc. in International Business & Politics and a M.Sc. in International Marketing & Management from Copenhagen Business School (CBS), including exchange semesters at the University of Richmond and Columbia University where she specialized in behavioral economics and decision-making.

Line began her career at McKinsey & Company while studying at CBS, followed by a role in Public Affairs at PFA. For the past 6 years, she has been driving digital transformations for global companies, first at EY and most recently as Manager of Commercial Excellence and Digital Transformation at NORTH CONSULTING.

Beyond her professional work, Line is passionate about exploring new experiences through travel, language learning, and various sports including boxing, dancing, and crossfit.

Mathias is a Senior Engagement Manager, Data Science, operating at the intersection of our clients’ business and AI, helping our clients make better, more informed decisions, faster.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Mathias worked with McKinsey & Company as a consultant with a focus on technology strategy. At Halfspace, Mathias has returned to his roots, building on his expertise and knowledge from developing technology strategies, data- and market analyses, and hands-on development of advanced analytics models.

He has a PhD in Quantum physics from DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Fabio started with a BSc in Energy engineering and followed by a double MSc in Electrical Engineering from Università degli Studi di Padova and Sustainable Engineering from DTU - Technical University of Denmark. Fabio continued his academic journey and took a position as Research Assistant followed by a PhD at DTU Elektro

After his PhD, Fabio spent 4 1/2 years at MAERSK focusing on revenue management and pricing. For the past two years Fabio was leading a project focusing data-driven recommendations for pricing of long-term contracts for Maersk, targeting the core of the company’s ocean business.

Outside of work, Fabio is now a yoga teacher but has played volleyball at a high level for many years before that, being an Ex-professional volleyball player winning the Danish Championship three times while also being selected for the Danish Dream Team four times. Prior to his career in Denmark, Fabio was a contracted player (semi-pro) for one year in Italy (known for the highest level of Volleyball in the World).

Simon Nielsen is Client Director at Halfspace. He has years of experience from Fortune 500 companies, and was named Talent 100 in 2018 by business newspaper, Berlingske.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Simon spent four years at Microsoft as a Senior Data & AI Specialist, where he helped numerous public and private organisations with their data and AI journeys.

Esther holds a PhD in economics and has done remarkably well during her academic career. She holds an MSc in Management from Audencia Business School in Nantes (honours), an MSc in Economics from Paris School of Economics (High honours), and received highest honours (rank 1/500+) from University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne during her BSc.

During her PhD studies at the University of Copenhagen, Esther was a visiting scholar at Yale University and a visiting scholar at Harvard Business School. She has strong expertise in causal inference and has worked with a wide array of techniques, including A/B tests and advanced econometric modelling.

Esther comes with work experience as a consultant during her studies and as a business development associate with Universal Music Group in Paris.

In her spare time, Esther is a volunteer at Data for Good, a community of 4,000+ tech volunteers helping associations and NGOs with their data challenges.

As a biologist with a PhD and postdoctoral experience in international health, Sidsel brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence. Combining a background in science with expertise in strategy, innovation, and applied ethics, Sidsel specializes in advancing organizational transformation in the age of AI.

With a robust foundation in systems thinking and socio-technical approaches, Sidsel provides insightful guidance on navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, including the EU's AI Act and frameworks for AI governance. Her work focuses on aligning technological initiatives with principles of good governance, trustworthy AI, and applied ethics, ensuring businesses remain future-ready and responsible.

Through contributions to initiatives like the AI Pact, Sidsel leads Halfspace’s contributions to the European discourse on AI innovation, blending scientific rigor with strategic vision to promote sustainability, trust, and societal benefits.

Jens Peder Meldgaard is a Senior Data & Machine Learning Engineer at Halfspace. He brings extensive experience in data science and engineering, having worked as a Data Scientist and Team Lead for Velux IoT Platform Data, followed by a Data Engineering role at fintech company Monthio. He also served as Chief Production Officer at Alive Festival.

Jens Peder holds a BSc in Global Business Engineering and an MSc in Operations & Supply Chain Management. He previously worked as a Research Assistant at Aalborg University, focusing on statistical and machine learning models, and pursued a PhD in reinforcement learning.

Valeria is a part of our Data and Machine Learning Engineering team.

Valeria holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Universitatea Tehnică a Moldovei, followed by a master's degree in Business and IT from CBS International Business School and DTU - Technical University of Denmark. Valeria's heart lies in having hands on data and developing code.

Before joining Halfspace Valeria worked at KPMG as a Machine Learning Consultant on a variety of projects, as well as heading the Prototyping Team (in the NewTech department), responsible for developing innovative POCs. 

Mikkel Mathiasen helps our clients leverage their data to make better, more informed decisions quickly. He is an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, which includes AI and data scientists, machine learning engineers, data engineers, project managers, and UX researchers.

Mikkel holds an MSc in Mathematical Modelling and Computation from DTU - Technical University of Denmark. Before joining Halfspace, he worked as a Junior Data Scientist at Airfinity Ltd and as a Data Scientist at AdPlenty.

An avid competitor, Mikkel won the Djøf / Boston Consulting Group (BCG) / Novozymes 'Doing Business In' case competition during his MSc studies.

Natasha is a part of our world-class data scientist team - helping our clients leverage their data to make better, more informed decisions, faster.

Prior to joining Halfspace, she was at Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Berlin. She graduated with honours in Computer Science and Engineering in the AI and algorithms track, and worked on multiple research projects in Time Series Forecasting, NLP, and Generative Models at DTU - Technical University of Denmark and at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.

Natasha previously co-founded a start-up, partnering with Danish SMVs to design data science solutions for their specific use cases. This period sparked her passion for finding creative technical solutions to industry problems.

Kasper is a co-founder and Chief Engineer at Halfspace. He has extensive experience in leading client engagements, from engineering teams to end-users and senior management, to understand their needs and build scalable, robust, and resilient data infrastructures, laying the foundation for advanced analytics and AI solutions.

Kasper has been in the game of data and software engineering for more than two decades and has previously held positions within the financial sector (Danske Bank/Danske Data), mobile payment solutions, and platform solutions.

His expertise lies at the intersection of scalable data infrastructure, software engineering, maths, and data analysis. Kasper has co-founded several startups and is a former ranked backgammon no. 1 in Denmark.

Mirella Panduro is the Head of Finance at Halfspace. Mirella has extensive experience from financial leadership roles in the professional services industry. Most recently, she was with ECAPACITY for 7.5 years, serving as Director of Finance before its acquisition by Valtech. At Valtech, Mirella held the position of Finance Director and later served as FP&A Manager across Europe.

She holds an Academy Profession Degree in Business Economics and an HD in Organization and Leadership.

At Halfspace, Mirella's focus is on strengthening our financial planning and analysis processes to support strategic growth and operational efficiency.

Vera is a Data Scientist at Halfspace, helping our clients leverage their data to make better, more informed decisions, faster.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Vera did a PhD in astrophysics and spent two years as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Copenhagen. Vera has industry experience from companies like London-based Faculty, Danske Bank, Pandora, and Dixa.

Vera has spent most of her industry career working on healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and large-scale platforms. In her spare time, Vera enjoys hiking and skiing in the mountains, and bouldering in Copenhagen.

Rebekka Madsen is a Data Scientist at Halfspace.

At Halfspace, Rebekka is leveraging her expertise in data analysis, modelling, and market research to support our AI projects across various industries to help our clients make more informed decisions, faster.

Rebekka brings a wealth of analytical skills to our team. She holds a double BSc in Artificial Intelligence & Data from DTU - Technical University of Denmark and International Business from Copenhagen Business School. Furthermore, she has industry experience from companies like Bain & Company, Salesforce and Dreamcraft Ventures.

Nils is a part of our Experience team, a team that is set out to use design to craft human-machine interfaces that will enable our clients to leverage analytics and AI to their fullest effect. He draws upon many years of experience as both a consultant and entrepreneur. Nils holds a BSc in Cultural and Aesthetic Studies and embarked on his MSc in Experience Economy before dropping out to build his own company.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Nils helped companies such as IKEA, Ikano Bank, Danske Bank, COOP, Salling Group, and many more with building various digital tools and digital business models. He has co-founded three companies, all within e-commerce, marketplaces, and consultancy. At Halfspace, Nils helps identify user needs and build compelling digital experiences for end-users, ensuring that our data-infusing methods make sense for regular users. He uses his UX research and design skills to ensure optimal endpoint experiences.

Amalie Dam is an Senior Engagement Manager on the Strategy & Execution team at Halfspace. She collaborates with our clients to drive impactful solutions and accelerate their strategic, data-driven decision-making.

Amalie holds a BSc in International Business and an MSc in Finance and Strategic Management from Copenhagen Business School, with an exchange experience at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Her background includes roles at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Ørsted, and McKinsey & Company, focusing on the consumer and industrial goods sectors. Outside of work, Amalie is a dedicated figure skater and has competed multiple times in the Danish Championships.

Michael is a member of the Halfspace engineering and data science team. He holds an MSc in Computer Science from DIKU with a specialisation in machine learning. Michael is a former European top three per cent Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) player.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Michael worked at the Danish research institute MEGAFON as a Statistical Research Assistant and at the University of Copenhagen as a Research Assistant.

Jonas is an AI Industry Lead. Prior to joining Halfspace, Jonas worked at Microsoft, where he was a part of the Microsoft Data & AI team, helping enterprise customers across industries harness the potential of AI.

At Halfspace, Jonas is a part of our AI Excellence team, helping clients accelerate their AI initiatives and drive value creation.

He holds a Master’s degree in IBC from Copenhagen Business School and has previously worked at Bang & Olufsen and Onomondo.

Søren Frøhlich is a Staff Data & Machine Learning Engineer at Halfspace, bringing extensive experience from the pharma, energy, and consumer goods industries. He previously worked as a Data Scientist at Ørsted for 2.5 years, followed by nearly two years as a Machine Learning Engineer at Pandora, focusing on product and recommendation engines. Most recently, Søren served as a Senior Data Engineer at Venzo for the past 2.5 years.

At Halfspace, Søren will is a key member of our data and machine learning engineering team, helping clients build robust and scalable AI platforms. He brings deep expertise in streaming and event-based pipelines.

Søren holds an MSc in Mathematics from the University of Copenhagen and holds several Microsoft Azure certifications.

Manas Singh Katyal is a Strategy & Execution Associate at Halfspace. He supports our internal team and clients in making better, more informed decisions, faster.

Before joining Halfspace, Manas worked at KPMG for 3.5 years, starting as a Student Assistant and later becoming a Junior Associate in the NewTech division.

A former elite gamer, Manas has logged over 8,500 hours in CS and was a Global Elite Player, ranking in the top 0.1%. He founded CSGOPAL, a portal that helps players improve their game through curated CSguides and training videos.

Manas is currently pursuing his master's degree in Digital Business at Copenhagen Business School.

Gabija Bogdzevičiūtė is an Engagement Manager on the Strategy & Execution team at Halfspace. She leverages her consulting expertise to deliver impactful solutions and guide clients in making faster, data-driven strategic decisions.

Before joining Halfspace, Gabija spent nearly three years at Valtech as a digital strategy consultant, leading cross-sector projects to enhance digital maturity and performance KPIs for global brands. She began her career managing cosmetics and perfumery brands like Parfums Christian Dior and EuroItalia in the Baltics. While pursuing her master’s in E-Business at Copenhagen Business School, Gabija gained experience as a digital marketer for Bang & Olufsen and later worked as a global market access manager at Lundbeck.

Outside of work, Gabija enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring Copenhagen’s cultural life, or perfecting her headstand in yoga class.

Christian is a member of the Halfspace engineering and data science team. He holds an MSc in Computer Science and Engineering from DTU, after having finished a BSc in Computer Science from DIKU. Christian has programmed since high school and is a supreme gamer, having previously made his way to the world top 0.7% of CS players named “Global Elite”. Furthermore, he has managed to reach the top 3% of the world's best DotA2 players.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Christian worked at Rigshospitalet, followed by two years with Oticon building automated testing frameworks for hearing clinics.

Thomas is a part of our multi-disciplinary team of AI- and data scientists, machine learning engineers, data engineers, project managers and UX researchers. 

Prior to joining Halfspace, Thomas worked at Novo Nordisk within their Software as a Medical Device department. 

He holds a MSc. in Mathematical Modelling and Computation from DTU with specialisation in machine learning and optimisation, and has been a visiting student at Caltech.

Asger is a member of our multidisciplinary team of AI and data scientists, equipped with a full-stack skillset to deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions.

He holds a Master's degree in Business Analytics with a specialization in Predictive Analytics from DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Before joining Halfspace, Asger worked as a software consultant at Voli and served as a teaching assistant in advanced business analytics at DTU.

Rune is a Senior Data Engineer at Halfspace, where he helps clients build scalable and resilient data infrastructures for advanced analytics and AI solutions.

Before joining Halfspace, Rune was an Assistant Professor at Copenhagen School of Design and Technology for 3 years, teaching software construction and web development. He then spent 4.5 years with Abacus Medicine's software team.

Pernille brings a wealth of experience from her extensive tenure at A.P. Moller - Maersk, where she applied her data science skills across multiple roles. Her rich background is further supported by her academic merits at Aarhus University, where she served as both a Research Assistant and a Teaching Assistant, focusing on empirical research methods and mathematical economics.

Holding a master’s degree in Quantitative Economics from Aarhus University, and having enriched her education as a Graduate Visiting Student at Columbia University, Pernille is well-equipped to handle complex data challenges.

At Halfspace, Pernille is applying her vast expertise in data analysis and econometrics to enhance our offerings, helping our clients across various industries make data-driven decisions and optimise their operations.

Frederik is a part of our Experience team, with extensive experience in design. He has a long track record of building top-shelf digital products and services for a wide range of software startups and corporations such as Continental, Novo Nordisk, Mobilepay, Volvo, P&G, Unicef, Novo Nordisk, Novo Holdings, Danish public sector and Bang & Olufsen.

Prior to joining Halfspace, he worked as a consultant and launched several companies as an entrepreneur. Frederik helps our clients reach their potential by identifying needs and designing data-infused tools by using his skills in UX/UI, vibe coding and visual design to create digital experiences.

‎He holds a BSc of Arts from the Design School Kolding, studied at Tongji University, and is a former alumni of world-renowned Hyper Island.

Wojciech Tyczynski is a GenAI Engineer at Halfspace, bringing his expertise in building scalable and resilient GenAI solutions to our Engineering team. He will help our clients make faster, more informed decisions using cutting-edge AI technologies.

Antoine Valente is an Experience Engineer at Halfspace. He works closely with clients to help them make faster, more informed decisions using cutting-edge AI solutions.

Antoine brings years of software development experience, having built products for multiple startups. He also co-founded 'Range Lab,' a platform for poker players to create game strategies. Following that, Antoine transitioned to fintech, where he spent over two years as a Software Engineer at Ripple.

At Halfspace, Antoine plays a key role on the Experience team, helping clients envision the possibilities AI can bring to their businesses.

Knut is a former partner at McKinsey and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) followed by a position as COO of Ramboll Group. He draws upon more than 25 years of consulting and business experience and has been an advisor to large Scandinavian and international organisations.

He has extensive experience with change management and business improvement efforts as well as strategy development and implementation, and holds an MSc and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University where he worked in the field of computational fluid dynamics. His PhD was sponsored by NASA and focused on developing mathematical models to simulate turbulent fluid flow. He programmed and ran his simulations on NASA’s mainframe supercomputers (Cray).

Peter is a part of our world-class Data Science team. Peter brings a wide portfolio of data science experience from working with a variety of research groups across several academic institutions.

Alongside his bachelor's and through his gap year, Peter worked with the Middlebury College Oceanography lab, studying the hydrodynamics of Lake Champlain, simulating specifically the effects on the lake's ecosystem through the removal of the road running across the lake.

Peter spent two years at the TrueFood lab at Northeastern University's Center for Complex Networks studying nutrition with machine learning. His work was featured in the Washington Post.

Peter has also worked with the University of Copenhagen's Center for Social Data Science (SODAS), studying the network of code dependencies on GitHub – identifying the most influential users, and confirming a healthy open-source environment on GitHub.

Peter holds a Master’s in Data Science from IT-Universitetet i København (ITU). Before receiving his scholarship from ITU, Peter completed a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Middlebury College.

Nikolaj is a Data Engineer at Halfspace, specializing in DevOps and backend development with expertise in Databricks, Apache Spark, and PySpark.

He holds a degree in Computer Science from Copenhagen Business Academy and completed studies in both Systems Engineering and Chemical Engineering at DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Nikolaj worked as a Data Engineer at Novonesis (formerly Novozymes) where he began as a Student Assistant and Software Intern. His academic experience includes serving as a Teaching Assistant in Project Management at DTU, demonstrating his commitment to knowledge sharing and team collaboration.

Nikolaj's approach combines technical expertise with a strong focus on understanding business logic, valuing collaborative environments that foster creativity and team-oriented solutions.

Wojciech is an Experience Engineer with a degree from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Focused on building fast, responsive, and user-friendly web applications, he plays a key role in supporting the company's frontend efforts. Known for his attention to detail, creativity, and dedication to quality, Wojciech is passionate about improving user experience.

In his free time, he enjoys music, playing the guitar, cinema, video games, football, and ultimate frisbee. With a helpful attitude and a great sense of humor, he’s a valued team member who always brings his best to the table.

Anton is a Data Scientist at Halfspace, bringing expertise in computational physics, numerical optimization, statistics, and machine learning.

He holds a Master's degree in Computational Physics at the University of Copenhagen (Københavns Universitet), receiving top marks for his thesis on building a text-to-motion transformer diffusion model for humanoid character animation.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Anton developed insights tools at WALLHACK and contributed to research in magnetic flux tracking at Rokoko. Beyond his technical work, Anton is actively involved in education, having taught programming to over 50 private students and serving as an instructor at Coding Pirates where he teaches firmware development to children aged 7-14.

He has also created an online platform for studying computational physics to foster an interactive learning community.

Cecilie is a part of Halfspace's strategy and execution team. She brings expertise in business development and innovation through the implementation of cutting-edge technology.

She is highly experienced at applying design thinking to help companies innovate – both in terms of identifying value potential and actually implementing new technologies. At Halfspace, Cecilie helps our clients with strategic business development through the implementation of advanced analytics and AI.

Cecilie has a Master’s degree in Digital Innovation and Management from IT-Universitetet Copenhagen (ITU). She brings experience, particularly from the creative industry, where her focus has been on innovation and technical advancement. Before joining Halfspace, Cecilie worked at Danish Architecture Center (Dansk Arkitektur Center), where she took part in transforming it from a small museum to a larger cultural destination, heading a team in charge of developing the experiences at DAC.

Simon Stausholm Hansen is a Staff Data Engineer at Halfspace, bringing a wealth of experience in data science and engineering. He previously worked for over 4 years at EWII and Vestas before transitioning to data engineering consulting with Deloitte’s Data Platform & Engineering team.

At Halfspace, Simon is a crucial member of our data engineering team, focusing on building advanced Data & AI Platforms. He holds a BSc in Economics and Business Administration and an MSc in Business Intelligence from Aarhus University.

Peter helps our clients leverage their data to make better, more informed decisions quickly. He is a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, which includes AI and data scientists, machine learning engineers, data engineers, project managers, and UX researchers.

Peter holds an MSc in Mathematical Modeling and Computing from DTU - Technical University of Denmark and a PhD in Cognitive Systems, focusing on human behavior.

During his PhD, Peter was a visiting student at MIT Media Lab, where he explored the relationship between nightly phone use and subsequent daily activities. He also earned recognition as a runner-up in the Samsung x MIT Hackathon, Project the Future of Wellbeing.

Bartek is a part of Data Science team. He supports our clients in making informed decisions efficiently.

Bartek holds a BSc in Data Science from the Warsaw University of Technology and won a prize for his thesis under the IEEE and a MSc in Human-Centered AI from DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Before joining Halfspace, he spent time at PwC, starting their Data Talent Lab Mentorship Program and becoming a full-time Data Scientist. He was recognized for developing a high-frequency forecasting tool. Subsequently, he further honed his skills as an AI Engineer at Thirdroom®, where he specialized in recommendation and search engines.

Ana Vera Vazquez is an Associate Data Scientist at Halfspace.

Ana brings a strong background in data analysis and valuable experience from Copenhagen Offshore Partners, State Farm, and The NY Jobs CEO Council.

At Halfspace, Ana will apply her expertise to support our clients across various industries, helping them harness the power of AI for data-driven decisions and optimised operations, so they can make better decisions, faster.

Currently pursuing her Master's in Data Science at IT University of Copenhagen, Ana is enhancing her skills in advanced analytics and machine learning. Her academic foundation in Applied Mathematics and Economics from Queens College provides a solid basis for tackling complex data challenges.

Adam specializes in building brands from the ground up—crafting compelling identities, shaping strategic narratives, and designing immersive visual experiences. With a background in art direction, concept development, and brand strategy, he has helped launch and scale brands across industries, working with companies like L’Oréal, Coca-Cola, 7-Eleven, and PwC.

Tomasz is a key member of our Data Engineering team, bringing a versatile skill set in backend, frontend, and DevOps development. He actively applies his recent experience with LLMs to build GenAI applications that streamline various complex tasks for customers. Tomasz's ability to tackle diverse challenges makes him an invaluable asset to the team.

Tomasz holds a Master's in Computer Science from DTU - Technical University of Denmark.

Camilla is our Office Manager making sure daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. Camilla comes with a background as an Accounting Assistant from Niels Brock and has worked for several years as an Accounting Assistant at both Samsøe Samsøe and Won Hundred. 

Svend is a member of the Halfspace engineering and data science team. Among the top students from DIKU, Svend’s expertise lies at the intersection of machine learning and high-performance computing, finding patterns in data and exploiting them to solve problems while maintaining speed and scalability.

Svend also has a strong e-sport background and has achieved what most gamers aspire to: being a former Top 1% Overwatch player (out of 20 million players worldwide) and currently holding a Top 0.7% spot in CS, reaching the coveted rank of "Global Elite."

Loui is a member of the Data Engineering team at Halfspace. He brings three years of experience as a Data Scientist from his previous role, where he played a central part in understanding user needs and translating them into actionable analytics projects based on the available data and requested insights.

Loui holds a Master's degree in Particle Physics from the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. For his master’s thesis, he collaborated with CERN, using machine learning to optimize a subdetector, which enhanced its contribution to the overall data output from the ATLAS detector in the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

In his previous role, Loui worked closely with various aspects intersecting with data science, including data governance, data management, law, and compliance.

Jonatan Hauge Steffensen, our Associate Data Scientist, brings expertise from Weel & Sandvig, where he worked as a Student Machine Learning Engineer. At Halfspace, Jonatan leverages his strong background in Mathematics, with a Bachelor's from Aarhus University and currently finishing his Master's in Mathematical Modelling and Computation from DTU, to support clients in making data-driven decisions using AI.

Jonatan's academic prowess shines through his proficiency in Algebra, Linear Algebra, and Probability Theory. He also has valuable teaching experience from Aarhus University. He is a former participant in the Academy for Talented Youth; Jonatan's exceptional abilities make him a valuable asset to our team.

April is our Office Manager and the backbone of our daily life. With great organizational skills and attention to detail, she keeps our workplace running like clockwork. Her warm personality and problem-solving abilities make her an invaluable member of our team, always ready to lend a helping hand while maintaining the efficient flow of our business operations.

Kacper is a part of our Data Engineering team, helping our clients build scalable, robust and resilient data infrastructures to support the growing need of advanced analytics and AI solutions that Halfspace are deploying.

Kacper graduated from DTU - Technical University of Denmark with an MSc in Computer Science and Engineering.

In his spare time, Kacper has played piano for more than 10 years.

Rasmus is a Senior Data Engineer at Halfspace, helping our clients build scalable, robust and resilient data infrastructures to support the growing need of advanced analytics and AI solutions that Halfspace are deploying.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Rasmus has years of experience as a consultant and as a software and data engineer within the financial sector, having worked at both Nordea Markets and Saxo Bank. 

Carl Johan Astrup is a Data Scientist on our team at Halfspace, contributing his expertise in data science and analytics.

Carl has an academic background from the Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen (DIKU) and DTU - Technical University of Denmark. During his studies, he also completed an exchange program at the National University of Singapore.

In the industry, Carl has gained extensive experience working at DSV - Global Transport and Logistics, where he specialized in NLP models. Prior to this role, he spent five years at Danske Bank, focusing on anti-money laundering systems, quantitative finance, and a range of data science projects.

Outside of work, Carl enjoys reading classic fiction and engaging in various sports.

Villads is a key member of our multi-disciplinary team of AI and data scientists at Halfspace.

He brings extensive experience in various AI fields, including reinforcement learning and deep learning in computer vision. Villads has successfully completed numerous projects in collaboration with AI startups such as BrainCapture and Raffle.ai.

Before joining Halfspace, Villads worked at Omicron, focusing on statistical analysis of clinical trials, including conducting network meta-analyses of depression studies.

Villads earned his Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence and Data from DTU (Technical University of Denmark). During his studies, he spent a semester at the University of Queensland in Australia, where he concentrated on advanced algorithmics and high-performance computing.

Anton is a member of Halfspace's Data and Platform Engineering team, prior to joining Halfspace, Anton Worked at NNIT with Server monitoring and operation, and incident handling

Anton holds a Master's degree in Computer Science & Engineering, with a specialization in Cyber Security, from DTU, the Technical University of Denmark.

In his spare time, Anton is an avid gamer and has achieved a rank within the top 0.7% of CS:GO

At Halfspace, Michella is more than just our Office Manager— she is the operational force that keeps everything running at peak performance. She oversees the entire backbone of our workspace, ensuring that every detail, big or small, is handled with precision and efficiency.

From managing critical office operations and optimizing workflows to ensuring seamless coordination across teams, Michella’s role is pivotal to Halfspace’s success. She’s responsible for making sure our infrastructure supports both innovation and productivity—handling everything from strategic planning of office resources to vendor negotiations, compliance, and high-level administrative functions.

Beyond logistics, Michella plays a crucial role in shaping our company culture. She fosters an environment where our team can focus on groundbreaking work in AI, knowing that the foundation is solid and every operational challenge is met with a solution-driven mindset. Whether it's orchestrating complex projects, managing internal processes, or ensuring that no detail is overlooked, Michella’s impact is felt across every corner of Halfspace.

Bartek is a part of our Engineering team, specializing in creating seamless frontend experiences and ensuring smooth deployment processes.

Bartek completed his MSc in Computer Science at DTU - Technical University of Denmark, and during that time he also worked at Halfspace as an associate experience engineer for two years. He played a key role in multiple projects, focusing on frontend development, deployment, and integration with backend systems.

Before joining Halfspace, Bartek contributed to the development of the frontend for the Polish National Information Processing Institute.

Outside of work, Bartek has a keen interest in video games and enjoys exploring a wide range of books.

Albin Kristiansson, our Lead Data & Platform Engineer, brings extensive expertise in cloud computing, DevOps, solution architecture, and security.

Leading our platform engineering efforts, Albin ensures the security, scalability, reliability, and performance of our AI infrastructure, drawing from years of experience in large-scale platforms and engineering solutions.

He holds a double degree in Computer Science and Finance, specializing in Data Science.

Mads is a member of our multi-disciplinary team of AI and data scientists at Halfspace.

Before joining us, Mads worked at Weld Technologies, where he managed clients across various industries, including e-commerce, IoT, and SaaS, helping them leverage their data to achieve significant business outcomes.

Mads holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Data from DTU and was a visiting student at Cornell University.

He is a winner of the Microsoft Hackathon 2019, where he developed a teaching assistant using Microsoft AI services, and was also part of the EY Talent Training Program in 2022.

Felix combines software engineering expertise with advanced machine learning capabilities, focusing on the development of AI architectures that prioritize maintainability and scalability. At Halfspace, he implements robust AI solutions that align technical excellence with architectural best practices.

Prior to Halfspace, Felix established a strong foundation in software development before transitioning to Data Science and Machine Learning Engineering. This multidisciplinary background enables him to bridge traditional software engineering principles with cutting-edge AI implementations.

Felix holds a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence from Julius Maximilians University. His combination of software engineering discipline and AI expertise allows him to design systems that balance technological innovation with practical implementation. His core focus areas include software architecture optimization, machine learning systems design, scalable AI development, and sustainable technical implementation.

Jesper brings expertise in developing and deploying production-grade data and AI solutions, specialising in the intersection of mathematical modeling and practical implementation. At Halfspace, he focuses on developing scalable data and AI systems that deliver measurable business impact through innovative applications of data engineering and machine learning.

Prior to Halfspace, Jesper advanced data and AI initiatives as both a Data Engineer and AI Developer, where he established a strong track record in transforming complex mathematical models into efficient, production-ready solutions. His approach combines technical implementation with strategic business alignment, ensuring data and AI systems deliver sustainable value.

Jesper holds a Master of Science in Mathematical Modeling and Computation from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he developed deep expertise in machine learning broadly and deep learning specifically. His technical foundation and industry experience enable him to bridge theoretical frameworks with practical applications in enterprise data and AI development. His core focus areas include data engineering, LLM solutions and ML DevOPS.

Vigdis specializes in architecting robust data infrastructure solutions that power enterprise-scale AI implementations. With deep expertise in Databricks environments and distributed computing systems, she drives the development of scalable data pipelines that underpin Halfspace's next-generation AI applications.

Prior to Halfspace, Vigdis held key data engineering positions at Chr. Hansen and Falck, where she led initiatives in data platform modernization and cloud-native architecture. Her experience as a Technical Consultant at AGR Dynamics further enriched her cross-sector perspective on enterprise data solutions.

Vigdis holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from IT University of Copenhagen and a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering from Reykjavik University. Her academic background combines theoretical depth with practical implementation expertise, particularly in distributed systems and data architecture. Her core focus areas include enterprise data architecture, scalable AI infrastructure, cloud-native solutions, and data platform optimization.

Peter combines strategic consulting experience from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in the consumer goods sector with hands-on roles as Financial Controller at Made by Hand and Data Scientist at Justt. His background bridges strategic advisory, financial management, and data science, giving him a practical understanding of how businesses operate and grow.

With an MSc in Finance and Accounting from Copenhagen Business School and exchange studies at Singapore Management University, Peter brings an international perspective to his work. He focuses on helping businesses make better decisions through data, turning complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions.

Christian is part or our Engineering team at Halfspace, bringing expertise in algorithms and machine learning to his role. With a passion for harnessing the power of data, he focuses on delivering innovative solutions that drive value for our clients through cutting-edge machine learning technologies.

With a distinguished competitive background spanning multiple technical domains, Christian's achievements include winning the Danish National Championship in AI (2024), consistent qualification for ICPC NWERC (2020-2023) as well as consecutive wins at the Danish National Olympiad in Informatics (2019-2020).

Vasco Catarro serves as Senior Engagement Manager in Halfspace's Strategy & Execution team, where he orchestrates enterprise AI transformations and drives high-impact solutions across industries. His expertise centers on architecting strategic AI adoption frameworks, with particular depth in financial services and data architecture transformations.

Prior to joining Halfspace, Vasco worked at McKinsey & Company's Lisbon office, specializing in Data and AI transformations, focusing on enterprise-scale data solutions and operating models within the banking sector. This experience enables him to bridge technical implementation with strategic business objectives, ensuring AI initiatives deliver measurable value.

Holding a Master of Science in Information Management and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Nova Information Management School, Vasco brings a distinctive combination of financial acumen and technical expertise to complex organizational challenges. His international perspective, shaped by experiences across 40 countries including a semester in Macau, enriches his approach to cross-cultural digital transformation initiatives. His commitment to excellence extends beyond professional endeavors through dedicated pursuit of athletic challenges, from competitive basketball to ocean navigation through surfing.

Oliver is a Lead Data Engineer at Halfspace, bringing deep expertise in building and scaling modern data and AI architectures. With years of experience from Booking.com, Condé Nast, and most recently ZeroNorth, Oliver has designed robust, cloud-native data platforms and streaming infrastructures using technologies like Apache Kafka.

At Halfspace, Oliver is focused on architecting scalable data foundations that power AI-driven innovation. His work ensures that our clients are equipped not only for today’s data challenges, but also for the opportunities of tomorrow.

Oliver is a Data Scientist at Halfspace, specializing in Large Language Models (LLMs) and LLMOps. With a background that bridges computer science and cognitive science, Oliver brings a rare combination of theoretical depth and practical experience to the team.

He holds an MSc in Data Science from the IT University of Copenhagen and has previously worked with KMD and the Center for Humanities Computing Aarhus, where he developed advanced AI solutions at the intersection of language and machine learning.

At Halfspace, Oliver is focused on delivering sophisticated machine learning systems that drive real-world impact. His expertise is central to advancing our AI development efforts and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Kristoffer is a senior data and platform engineer with a broad technical skill set and a passion for code quality, automation, and engineering best practices. With a background in applied econometrics and data science, he has transitioned into software engineering with a focus on building scalable and secure infrastructure for data and AI solutions.

He brings over 15 years of experience across the data and analytics space—from quantitative research in economics and causal inference, to developing machine learning models for fraud detection, and designing end-to-end data platforms in regulated and complex environments.

Kristoffer holds a PhD in Economics and an MSc in Software Engineering.

Christina is a Staff Data Engineer at Halfspace, and a part of our Data Engineering division. She comes with an extensive professional background from Microsoft, where she excelled as an Azure Technical Specialist in Data & AI for over 3 years, providing expert advisory and deep product expertise on Azure data services.

Prior to Microsoft, Christina spent nearly 3 years at IBM implementing automation solutions with Python, Puppet, and Docker. Christina holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from DTU - Technical University of Denmark, where she also served as a Teaching Assistant for machine-oriented programming. Christina has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise in cloud-based data services and automation technologies, earning her recognition within the industry as a specialist in Azure data services.

Pamela is a Senior Data Engineer at Halfspace, and a part of our data engineering team. She comes with extensive experience in the field, having previously worked at Templafy as a Commercial Data Analyst before advancing to a Data Engineer role. Most recently, Pamela spent 3 1/2 years with Deloitte Consulting's Artificial Intelligence & Data division.

Pamela holds an MSc in Business and IT from Copenhagen Business School, with additional studies at IT-Universitetet i København, bringing a strong foundation in both business and technical domains to her role. Pamela has developed significant expertise in platform architecture and data engineering at scale throughout her career, combining analytical skills with practical engineering knowledge.

Outside of her professional life, Pamela is trilingual, fluently speaking English, Spanish, and Danish, bringing a valuable international perspective to the team.