Educatius is thrilled to announce the appointment of Elena Bladh as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), based in Stockholm. Elena brings over 20 years of experience in software development, engineering, and technology strategy, having led successful digital transformations across multiple industries.
Throughout her career, Elena has focused on building and scaling global technology platforms that became the foundation of her companies’ core offerings. Most recently, as VP of Engineering at Aircall SAS, she led multi-regional teams and spearheaded the development of AI-powered solutions. As CTO at Gelato AS, she was pivotal in expanding their technology platform to support global growth. Elena’s leadership roles at Electrolux and Marginalen Bank further highlight her expertise in advancing technological infrastructures and driving innovation across diverse industries.
Elena’s executive education from the University of Cambridge enhances her international perspective. Her expertise in connecting technology with the customer experience will be pivotal in aligning Educatius’ digital systems with the company’s overall growth strategy. Elena’s leadership will optimize the user experience for students, agent partners, schools, and host families in Educatius’ global educational programs. She will drive technological innovation to enhance outreach, increase revenue, and foster stronger relationships across all stakeholder groups.
“Elena’s expertise in technology will be instrumental as we continue to expand our reach,” said Björn Bengtsson, CEO of Educatius Group. “Her vision will help us innovate and grow, enhancing the experience for everyone we serve, from students and partners to schools and host families.”
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Educatius for more than 20 years, we’ve been making dreams come true for international students. From our offices all over the world, we place students in excellent high schools and cultural exchange programs, match them with a welcoming host family and provide expert support throughout their stay. Governments in Asia, Latin America and Brazil have entrusted us with hundreds of their sponsored students, and so have parents in more than 50 countries. Through our long-term partnerships with top schools in 10 countries and best-in-class student support, students unlock the world.
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