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The Board
Magnus Bergström, CEO
.. is a Swedish forest manager with extensive experience in working on forestry projects worldwide, including in Mozambique, Senegal, Namibia, and Ethiopia. In various roles, he has worked for organizations such as SIDA, FAO, Afrikagrupperna, the World Bank, and SLU. For several years now, Magnus has been active in Honduras, serving as CEO of Visión Forestal and Ecoforest. Magnus Bergström is also a partner and CEO of Skogsvision AB, which develops sustainable timber production in the south, starting in Honduras.
Education
- Västerby Forestry School and the Skinnskatteberg Forestry Master's School.
- Various courses in rural development, tropical land use, and research methodology at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Uppsala. Environmental analysis, Gender Studies, and language studies (French and Spanish) at Linköping University.
- Training in development work at Sandö U-center in Härnösand.
Professional Experience
- Forestry worker at Skogssällskapet.
- Responsible for legal issues and forest regeneration at the Forest Care Board in Östergötland.
- Head of the establishment of an outdoor education center in Mjölby municipality.
- Worked on environment, forestry, and rural development for SIDA, FAO, the World Bank, SLU, Silvi-Nova, Hushållningssällskapet, the Institute for Agricultural & Environmental Engineering, Forum Syd, Afrikagrupperna, and Skogsvision AB in the following countries: Mozambique, Senegal, Namibia, Ethiopia, Honduras, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
- Currently serving as CEO of Skogsvision, focusing on reforestation in Honduras.
Education
- Västerby Forestry School and the Skinnskatteberg Forestry Master's School.
- Various courses in rural development, tropical land use, and research methodology at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Uppsala. Environmental analysis, Gender Studies, and language studies (French and Spanish) at Linköping University.
- Training in development work at Sandö U-center in Härnösand.
Professional Experience
- Forestry worker at Skogssällskapet.
- Responsible for legal issues and forest regeneration at the Forest Care Board in Östergötland.
- Head of the establishment of an outdoor education center in Mjölby municipality.
- Worked on environment, forestry, and rural development for SIDA, FAO, the World Bank, SLU, Silvi-Nova, Hushållningssällskapet, the Institute for Agricultural & Environmental Engineering, Forum Syd, Afrikagrupperna, and Skogsvision AB in the following countries: Mozambique, Senegal, Namibia, Ethiopia, Honduras, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
- Currently serving as CEO of Skogsvision, focusing on reforestation in Honduras.
Lars Dahmén, Chairman
...has worked in senior positions for over 30 years, with the last 15 years as CEO and Chairman of the Board, including roles at Sydsvenska Dagbladet, IDG, and Bonnier Magazines. In these various positions, he has been involved in developing a range of services and products, primarily in the media and related industries. During the industry's rapid transformation over the past decade, he has led several major change projects.
Education:
- Master's degree in Engineering Physics and Electrical Engineering from Linköping University
- MSc in Telecommunication Technology from Aston University, UK
Professional Experience:
- Editor-in-Chief of Computer Sweden, CEO of IDG AB, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Sydsvenska Dagbladet
- CEO of Helsingborgs Dagblad, CEO of Bonnier Tidskrifter, Business Area Manager at Bonnier Magazines. Founder and partner at HiGear Transformation.
- Chairman of the Board of Bonnier Corporation (USA), Bonnier Publication (Copenhagen), advertising company Hela Skåne, distribution company Tidningsbärarna, and others.
- Board member of TT, Mediafy, Tidsam, Mentor Online, printing company Bold Malmö, and others.
Education:
- Master's degree in Engineering Physics and Electrical Engineering from Linköping University
- MSc in Telecommunication Technology from Aston University, UK
Professional Experience:
- Editor-in-Chief of Computer Sweden, CEO of IDG AB, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Sydsvenska Dagbladet
- CEO of Helsingborgs Dagblad, CEO of Bonnier Tidskrifter, Business Area Manager at Bonnier Magazines. Founder and partner at HiGear Transformation.
- Chairman of the Board of Bonnier Corporation (USA), Bonnier Publication (Copenhagen), advertising company Hela Skåne, distribution company Tidningsbärarna, and others.
- Board member of TT, Mediafy, Tidsam, Mentor Online, printing company Bold Malmö, and others.
Neil Powell
…is a professor in sustainable development. He has worked for over 30 years in the sustainable development arena as a researcher, development practitioner, facilitator and consultant in Australia, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Mekong Region and numerous European countries.
During the past decade his work has focussed on developing approaches to generate eco- system services in agricultural and forestry settings.
Education:
- Ph.D. 1999, Department of Rural Development
- Studies, Swedish Agricultural University (SLU): “Co-Management in Non-Equilibrium Systems: Cases from Namibian Rangelands”. M.Sc. (nat. res) 1995, Norwegian University of Agricultural Sciences.
- B.A. (Geog.), 1986 University of New England
Employment:
- Professor Swedish International Centre for Education for Sustainable Development, Uppsala University (ongoing)
- Senior Research Fellow, Stockholm Environment Institute
- Senior Programme Officer, Department for Natural Resources and Environment, Water Division, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), Stockholm.
- Professor (ongoing appointment) in Sustainable Development, Sustainability Research Centre, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
- Project Officer, The Namibian Nature Foundation (NNF), The Nyae Nyae, Namibia International Projects funded by: Sida, The European Union, Asia Pacific Network, Compagnia di San Paolo, VolkswagenStiftung, European Environmental Agency, Resources Institute, Biodiversity Support Fund, the Council for the Baltic Sea States, Zennström Philanthropies and Vinnova.
During the past decade his work has focussed on developing approaches to generate eco- system services in agricultural and forestry settings.
Education:
- Ph.D. 1999, Department of Rural Development
- Studies, Swedish Agricultural University (SLU): “Co-Management in Non-Equilibrium Systems: Cases from Namibian Rangelands”. M.Sc. (nat. res) 1995, Norwegian University of Agricultural Sciences.
- B.A. (Geog.), 1986 University of New England
Employment:
- Professor Swedish International Centre for Education for Sustainable Development, Uppsala University (ongoing)
- Senior Research Fellow, Stockholm Environment Institute
- Senior Programme Officer, Department for Natural Resources and Environment, Water Division, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), Stockholm.
- Professor (ongoing appointment) in Sustainable Development, Sustainability Research Centre, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
- Project Officer, The Namibian Nature Foundation (NNF), The Nyae Nyae, Namibia International Projects funded by: Sida, The European Union, Asia Pacific Network, Compagnia di San Paolo, VolkswagenStiftung, European Environmental Agency, Resources Institute, Biodiversity Support Fund, the Council for the Baltic Sea States, Zennström Philanthropies and Vinnova.
Hilda Loly Madrigales
... was born and raised in Honduras, on the island of Roatan in the Caribbean. She has always been interested in nature and the environment, especially the marine environment, a natural interest given that Roatan is surrounded by coral reefs. After studying two high school programs concurrently, science and computer science, she trained to become a diving instructor.
In 2013, Hilda moved to Sweden and has been involved in Skogsvision's forestry project in Honduras since 2015. For the past three years, Hilda has also assisted Silverspoon, another Honduran company, in salvaging sunken timber in Mosquitia. Hilda is also responsible for the operation of a small hotel on Roatan in which she is a co-owner.
In 2013, Hilda moved to Sweden and has been involved in Skogsvision's forestry project in Honduras since 2015. For the past three years, Hilda has also assisted Silverspoon, another Honduran company, in salvaging sunken timber in Mosquitia. Hilda is also responsible for the operation of a small hotel on Roatan in which she is a co-owner.
Fredrik Ekman
Fredrik Ekman has lived and worked in the former Soviet states since 1988. After a brief period at Tetra Pak USSR Ltd., he built the Swedish cosmetics company Oriflame into one of the region’s most recognizable brands during the 1990s.
Leveraging that experience, Fredrik founded a venture capital firm in the 2000s, investing in around a dozen entrepreneurs across the region who sought to incorporate elements of Nordic corporate culture into their ventures.
It was during this period that Paskaia’s founder Magnus Bergström reached out to his childhood friend Ekman for advice on investments in Honduras. This led to a joint venture in precious hardwood plantations in 2005, marking the inception of Paskaia.
Since 2016, Fredrik has headed Östkontoret, an association of major Swedish corporations promoting greater public-private cooperation in the complex markets east of the EU. Following Russia's full-scale invasion, Östkontoret has been focused since February 2022 on mobilizing its members to do everything possible to strengthen Ukraine's capacity to continue fighting.
Leveraging that experience, Fredrik founded a venture capital firm in the 2000s, investing in around a dozen entrepreneurs across the region who sought to incorporate elements of Nordic corporate culture into their ventures.
It was during this period that Paskaia’s founder Magnus Bergström reached out to his childhood friend Ekman for advice on investments in Honduras. This led to a joint venture in precious hardwood plantations in 2005, marking the inception of Paskaia.
Since 2016, Fredrik has headed Östkontoret, an association of major Swedish corporations promoting greater public-private cooperation in the complex markets east of the EU. Following Russia's full-scale invasion, Östkontoret has been focused since February 2022 on mobilizing its members to do everything possible to strengthen Ukraine's capacity to continue fighting.
Oscar Ekman
... has extensive experience in the agriculture and forestry industry. He has worked both in Sweden and internationally. He has substantial experience in voluntary work in various organizations. He is a partner in Ekman & Co and Skogsvision (reforestation in Honduras).
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Stockholm School of Economics in 1975, Army Interpreter School (TolkS) 1975-76.
Professional Experience:
- Product Manager at Procter & Gamble Venezuela, Executive Assistant at Swedish Match. Entrepreneur in forestry, agriculture, and real estate.
- Board member of Carnegie, Ekman & Co, Sigtunastiftelsen, and the Ekman Foundations. Chairman of the board of Linköping Tennis Club.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Stockholm School of Economics in 1975, Army Interpreter School (TolkS) 1975-76.
Professional Experience:
- Product Manager at Procter & Gamble Venezuela, Executive Assistant at Swedish Match. Entrepreneur in forestry, agriculture, and real estate.
- Board member of Carnegie, Ekman & Co, Sigtunastiftelsen, and the Ekman Foundations. Chairman of the board of Linköping Tennis Club.
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