Design and technology leader with 20+ years of experience shaping product vision, brand identity, and user experience across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of founding and scaling design-driven companies, building and mentoring multi-disciplinary creative teams, and delivering impactful digital products. Skilled at bridging design, engineering, and business strategy to craft intuitive, engaging, and scalable solutions.…

Dave Beresford

Design and technology leader with 20+ years of experience shaping product vision, brand identity, and user experience across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of founding and scaling design-driven companies, building and mentoring multi-disciplinary creative teams, and delivering impactful digital products. Skilled at bridging design, engineering, and business strategy to craft intuitive, engaging, and scalable solutions.…

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Design and technology leader with 20+ years of experience shaping product vision, brand identity, and user experience across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of founding and scaling design-driven companies, building and mentoring multi-disciplinary creative
teams, and delivering impactful digital products. Skilled at bridging design, engineering, and business strategy to craft intuitive, engaging, and scalable solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Norwegian
Fluent
German
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Dutch
Intermediate

Work Experience

Co-Founder & CXO at Kvikna AS
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Built and led the design team from inception, shaping the product identity and user experience. Drove design of AI-powered compliance tools for healthcare, balancing usability with regulatory requirements. Developed and maintained a consistent brand presence across product, marketing, and customer-facing assets. Scaled from concept to a 60-person cross-functional team, embedding user-centered design practices.
Co-Founder & CMO at Blue Robot Company
January 1, 2018 - Present
Directed brand identity, visual storytelling, and design strategy for a warehouse automation startup. Created all 3D visual assets, product collateral, and marketing materials used for clients and investors. Translated complex robotics concepts into intuitive designs and clear messaging. Continue to provide design vision and advisory leadership.
Chief Knowledge Officer at Extenda Retail AS
December 31, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Led design and communication strategy during merger and rebranding. Oversaw design of training platforms, documentation, and learning experiences for customers and employees. Partnered with product and engineering teams to introduce modern, cloud-first user experiences.
Director of Corporate Knowledge Management at Visma Retail AS
December 31, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Shaped design and communication frameworks supporting SaaS product portfolio. Introduced user-centered design approaches to training and product documentation. Built scalable design processes supporting global customer adoption.
Digital Transformation Lead at International Criminal Court
December 31, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Directed design and adoption of digital workflows for legal teams, translators, and archivists. Built training and knowledge systems that modernized international judicial operations.
Co-Founder & CXO at Kvikna AS
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Built and led the design team from inception, shaping the product identity and user experience. Drove design of AI-powered compliance tools for healthcare, balancing usability with regulatory requirements. Developed and maintained a consistent brand presence across product, marketing, and customer-facing assets. Scaled from concept to a 60-person cross-functional team, embedding user-centered design practices.
Co-Founder & CMO at Blue Robot Company
January 1, 2018 - Present
Directed brand identity, visual storytelling, and design strategy for a warehouse automation startup. Created all 3D visual assets, product collateral, and marketing materials used for clients and investors. Translated complex robotics concepts into intuitive designs and clear messaging. Continued to provide design vision and advisory leadership.
Chief Knowledge Officer at Extenda Retail AS
January 1, 2022 - September 22, 2025
Led design and communication strategy during merger and rebranding. Oversaw design of training platforms, documentation, and learning experiences for customers and employees. Partnered with product and engineering teams to introduce modern, cloud-first user experiences.
Director of Corporate Knowledge Management at Visma Retail AS
January 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Shaped design and communication frameworks supporting SaaS product portfolio. Introduced user-centered design approaches to training and product documentation. Built scalable design processes supporting global customer adoption.
Digital Transformation Lead at International Criminal Court
January 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Directed design and adoption of digital workflows for legal teams, translators, and archivists. Built training and knowledge systems that modernized international judicial operations.

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Healthcare, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Retail, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization

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