Mogens Hagelskær has previously held leadership positions at Andel, the Danish Energy Agency, and Odense Light Rail, among others. He has also served on the board of DTU Science Park and thus already has a good understanding of the organization and its strategic ambitions.
Niels Korsholm, Chairman of the Board of DTU Science Park, looks forward to the collaboration:
"With Mogens, we are gaining an experienced and visionary leader with strong expertise in strategy, business development, and the management of complex organizations. DTU Science Park is undergoing an exciting period of development, during which we must strengthen our position as a leading deep tech hub and create ambitious new projects. We are convinced that Mogens is the right person to lead this development."
Major Investments and Strong Partnerships
DTU Science Park is in the midst of a comprehensive expansion of its physical infrastructure, with new laboratory buildings and facilities designed to support the growth of research-based technology companies.
"DTU Science Park is entering an exciting period marked by major investments and construction projects designed to create the framework for the deep-tech companies of the future. These are projects that require close and trusting collaboration between clients and the external partners who help bring them to fruition. Throughout my career, I have worked on major development projects, and I look forward to drawing on that experience to help ensure that we successfully achieve the ambitions we have set for ourselves," says Mogens Hagelskær.
Mogens Hagelskær is looking forward to his new role:
"DTU Science Park occupies a unique position at the intersection of research, technology, and the business community. I look forward to working with our employees and partner companies to further develop DTU Science Park as a place where deep tech companies have the best conditions for success," says Mogens Hagelskær.
Mogens Hagelskær succeeds Steen Donner, who stepped down in October after 15 years as CEO. Jytte Spaniel will continue as acting CEO until February 1, 2027.
