Founder

Eva Ekedahl

The emotionally intelligent, empathetic and culturally aware Anja is a modern leader and a great person to work with

Anja's superpower is the ability to identify and develop leaders who thrive in uncertainty, make bold decisions and drive business transformation.

Founder

Cecilia Fredriksson

The newest addition to the Avant team is a positive spirit, who is dedicated to research and connecting talented professionals with exceptional career opportunities. 

Aleksi's superpower is his analytical ability, curiosity to learn and find hidden gems as well as his pleasant and brave demeanor in presenting new, innovative ideas.

Founder

Jeanna Rutherhill

Nina is the people-driven founding partner of Avant Advisors. She leverages structured methods and analytical thinking to ensure fair and effective assessments and recruitment.

Nina's superpower is her strategic foresight and focus on developing modern leadership at board and executive levels.

Partner

Rosanna Rimertz

The super-extroverted Päivi likes to mingle and meet new people. She is also known for her active participation in discussions and initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion.

Päivi has a unique perspective on leadership and top performing teams as a result of her extensive international experience.

Executive Search Consultant

Hedvig Öster

Tuija is our good-humored, people-focused social psychologist, who has a keen eye for human talent and potential.

Tuija's superpower lies in her strategic vision and commitment to reshaping leadership structures to be more inclusive and forward-thinking.

Executive Search Consultant

Cecilia Linhart

In Ulla, we trust. Ulla is a thorough, analytical mind, who has a great ability to challenge conventional thinking and embrace innovative strategies in search.

Ulla's superpower lies in identifying those unusual suspects, who not only possess the requisite skills and experience but also align with the evolving needs of our clients.

Psychologist

Björn Elowson

Kirsi came to us after a long stay in the US in the fall of 2024. She brings a global perspective and a strong background in analytical executive search. 

Kirsi's superpower is her big smile and positive attitude while identifying the most potential and suitable leaders for any situation.

Leadership Consultant

Frank Ekelund