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Laszlo (F.) Kismarton

Founder & Managing Partner

Laszlo Kismarton
Stockholm, Sweden

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 2 months
Stockholm, Sweden

Founder & Managing Partner

Vivid Strategies

  • Founder and leader of boutique management consulting firm specializing in strategy facilitation, formulation, activation, and integration across the full spectrum of the organization.
  • Partnered with client executive leadership teams to clearly define differentiating and market winning strategies, coaching for the change leadership necessary to align the organization and drive targeted action.
  • Advised executive leaders on formulating and executing high-impact business strategies utilizing OKRs and EOS methodologies to align priorities, ensuring seamless execution and measurable results.
  • Conceptualized plans to integrate sustainability into core business strategies, conducting comprehensive assessments of existing sustainability practices benchmarked against industry standards, and identifying opportunities to align sustainability with broader business objectives.
  • Navigated complexities of new sustainability regulations, particularly within EU’s evolving Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, preparing clients for compliance and enabling capture of new growth opportunities.
  • Partnered with C-level leadership team from Wellcome Trust to refresh strategic prioritization and support goal of expanding impact on global health and climate policy, introducing OKR methodology to increase alignment and purpose.
  • Transitioned short-term project into multi-year engagement with America First Credit Union, defining winning strategy with focus on balancing innovation with traditional banking models and expanding OKR adoption.
  • Mentored Finnish start-up Origin by Ocean CEO as part of Plug and Play mentorship program to validate strategic plan and OKRs while cultivating international market opportunities.
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
3 years
Seattle, United States

Co-Founder & CEO

OKR Advisors

  • Co-founded and led management consultancy specializing in improving strategic execution through adoption of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
  • Led and delivered OKR coaching and business strategy services to C-suite executives and cross-functional teams, transforming capacity for strategic thinking and alignment on business priorities.
  • Drove high-impact engagements across technology, healthcare, and finance industries.
  • Cultivated and leveraged partnership strategy with leading OKR software companies, establishing joint go-to-market strategies, co-marketing efforts, and co-seller partnerships to enhance marketing reach and capabilities.
  • Acquired 15+ new clients by conceptualizing and executing a GTM strategy focused on building a strong, recognizable brand that drove outstanding organic inbound leads with minimal investment.
  • Consulted with senior leadership teams to introduce, implement, and embed OKRs, refining corporate strategy and aligning all teams around common strategic priorities.
  • Designed and refined delivery methodology, ensuring a scalable, adaptable, and outcome-oriented approach to optimize client success and sustainability.
  • Delivered OKR solutions to high-profile clients including Roche, Palo Alto Networks, Trend Micro, Koch Industries, Ancestry, Flexport, Legal Server, Finance of America, Presidio, Voxco, ProductsUp, Switchfly, American Meadows, and Trace Genomics.
Jan 2016 - Dec 2021
6 years
Seattle, United States

Managing Director, Head of Business Transformation

Revel Consulting

  • Partnered with founder to transform Revel Consulting from traditional consultancy to full-service, cross-functional digital solutions provider incorporating management, technology, analytics, design, and strategy.
  • Executed GTM strategy to grow the business and drive the successful sale of the company.
  • Expanded and diversified client portfolio, increasing clients fourfold and securing new accounts such as Microsoft, T-Mobile, Samsung, F5 Networks, and Funko, with Microsoft becoming the largest account.
  • Revamped leadership team and restructured internal processes to align with the firm’s new direction, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and client service excellence.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2016
6 years
Seattle, United States

Senior Manager, Strategic Accounts Lead; Director, Client Partner (Acquity Group)

Accenture

  • Originated, shaped, and drove new business opportunities, delivering multi-year transformative engagements across Accenture Interactive’s service offerings in communications, media, and technology industries.
  • Led and executed digital transformation solutions, driving $12M in professional services sales annually for clients including Apple, Autodesk, VMware, Symantec, Qorvo Semiconductors, and Expedia.
  • Shaped a $20M annual digital product management solution for T-Mobile by establishing a cross-functional, multi-regional delivery model for product innovations.
  • Established a cross-functional, multi-regional digital product delivery model to support large-scale transformations across diverse regions and teams.
  • Played a pivotal role in the successful integration of Acquity Group into Accenture, leveraging market leadership in end-to-end e-commerce and digital marketing solutions to drive enterprise growth for clients including REI, Lululemon, HTC, and Tommy Bahama.
Jan 2005 - Dec 2011
7 years
Seattle, United States

Vice President, Delivery Management – Experiences & Platforms

Razorfish

  • Managed P&L performance of the region’s client service operations, overseeing $30M in annual service fees and driving operational efficiency and profitability across multiple client accounts.
  • Directed and mentored a geographically dispersed team of 35 professionals.
  • Led business development including strategic planning, pitching, negotiation, and initiation of interactive marketing projects to capitalize on new revenue opportunities and strengthen client relationships.
  • Addressed operational silos resulting from multiple acquisitions by driving a cross-functional initiative to create a unified delivery model, improving communication, collaboration, and project execution.
  • Managed and nurtured relationships with high-profile clients including Microsoft, Outrigger Hotels, Best Buy, Miller-Coors, Levi’s, Costco, and Premera Blue Cross.
  • Owned the success of client programs ranging from corporate-wide digital strategy recommendations to large-scale e-commerce implementations, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality services that exceeded client expectations.

Summary

Global growth strategy & operations leader – experiences in consulting, startup, scale-up, and enterprise landscapes – accelerating growth through targeted GTM action plans and partnership, market-winning strategies, and innovative solutions that drive operational excellence. Renowned for a unique ability to activate change leadership and align organizations around mission-critical capabilities, transforming complex strategic objectives into clear, actionable plans that deliver measurable results. Trusted C-level advisor, chief of staff, strategy execution coach, and transformation leader, leveraging hands-on approach to driving organizational clarity, cultural change, and cross-functional collaboration.

Orchestrated end-to-end transformation of digital experiences for enterprise and scale-up organizations, delivering integrated roadmaps that aligned strategy, customer experience, technology, and operations to propel performance.

Transformed Revel from traditional consultancy to full-service, cross-functional digital solutions provider, incorporating management, technology, analytics, design, and strategy.

Drove sustainable value creation for mid-sized companies by integrating sustainability into business strategies while enabling clients to capture growth opportunities and establish industry leadership.

Headed consultancy specializing in OKR adoption and strategic execution, rapidly acquiring 15+ new clients, establishing strategic partnership, and building strong brand that drove organic inbound leads with minimal investment.

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership & Vision
  • Business Transformation
  • Executive Leadership
  • Competitive Intelligence
  • Sustainability
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&a)
  • Market Expansion
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Operational Excellence & Execution
  • P&l Management
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Business Development
  • Data-driven Decision Making & Analytics
  • Business Model Innovation
  • Corporate Culture Development
  • Design Thinking Methods

Languages

English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced
Swedish
Elementary

Education

New Mexico State University

Master of Business Administration · Business Administration · Las Cruces, United States

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Science · Computer Science · Las Cruces, United States

Certifications & licenses

Activating Strategy: Human Centered Approaches For Bringing Strategy To Life

IDEO

Business Strategy & Operations In A Bio-Based Economy

Wageningen University & Research

Certified Sustainability ESG Practitioner

Center for Sustainability and Excellence

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Where is Laszlo based?

Laszlo is based in Stockholm, Sweden and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Laszlo speak?

Laszlo speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Portuguese (Advanced), Swedish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Laszlo have?

Laszlo has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Laszlo has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 2 months. Note that Laszlo may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Laszlo be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Laszlo would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder & Managing Partner, Co-Founder & CEO, Managing Director, Head of Business Transformation.

What is Laszlo's latest experience?

Laszlo's most recent position is Founder & Managing Partner at Vivid Strategies.

What companies has Laszlo worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Laszlo has worked for Vivid Strategies, OKR Advisors, and Revel Consulting.

Which industries is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Advertising. Laszlo also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing, Telecommunication, and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Laszlo most experienced in?

Laszlo is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Marketing, and Operations. Laszlo also has some experience in Project Management, Business Intelligence, and Information Technology (IT).

Which industries has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Laszlo worked in recently?

Laszlo has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Business Intelligence, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Laszlo's education?

Laszlo holds a Master in Business Administration from New Mexico State University and a Bachelor in Computer Science from New Mexico State University.

Does Laszlo have any certificates?

Laszlo has 3 certificates. These include: Activating Strategy: Human Centered Approaches For Bringing Strategy To Life, Business Strategy & Operations In A Bio-Based Economy, and Certified Sustainability ESG Practitioner.

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