About Geir Karlsen
Born 1965. Geir Karlsen is a Norwegian chief financial officer, businessperson and chief executive officer, known for Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Geir Karlsen (born 1965) is a Norwegian business magnate. He is best known as the CEO and former CFO of Norwegian Air Shuttle, Scandinavia's largest airline, and Europe's third largest low-cost airline.
Biography Before Norwegian Air Shuttle, Geir Karlsen worked for Golden Ocean Group and Songa Offshore. Then, he held the position Group CFO at London-based Navig8 Group.
From April 2018 to July 2019, he was chief financial officer of the Scandinavian airline.
Geir Karlsen has a degree in business administration from BI Norwegian Business School.
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Who is Geir Karlsen?
Norwegian CEO
When was Geir Karlsen born?
Geir Karlsen was born in 1965.
What is Geir Karlsen's occupation?
Geir Karlsen is a chief financial officer, businessperson and chief executive officer.
What is Geir Karlsen known for?
Geir Karlsen is known for Norwegian Air Shuttle.
What nationality is Geir Karlsen?
Geir Karlsen is Norwegian.
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· DBpedia: Geir Karlsen (businessman)
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