Lars Krogsgaard
Partner
Corporate Leadership Experience
Lars Krogsgaard has over two decades of leadership experience in sectors like energy, retail, IT/Tech, and consulting. He excels in managing complex business operations and leading transformation projects, which he now leverages as a partner at Defence Principals, delivering executive and professional search services tailored to client needs.
Professional & Executive Search Expertise
Lars’ background in talent acquisition includes roles with Lohbus Search Group and MRI, focusing on placing top-tier executives and specialists, especially in IT/Tech and critical infrastructure. His refined approach to executive search ensures successful placements of leaders who drive growth in specialised industries.
Military Background
Lars also has an extensive military background. He served as a platoon leader in the Queen’s Life Regiment (Dronningens Livregiment) in the Danish Army and was later a captain and company commander in the Danish Home Guard. Lars participated in multiple international deployments, further enriching his leadership experience. Currently, he serves as Information Officer and Head of Event Management in the Danish Home Guard District North Jutland. His military service brings structure, discipline, and strategic thinking to his work at Defence Principals.
Coaching & Leadership Development
As an NLP Master Coach and DISC Facilitator, Lars is highly skilled in leadership development. He helps organisations build resilient leadership teams through tailored coaching and assessment programmes, drawing on both his military and corporate leadership experiences.
Personal Approach
Lars is known for his results-driven leadership style, decisive communication, and commitment to continuous improvement. His strategic mindset and passion for achieving impactful results make him an invaluable partner in identifying and developing leadership talent.