Jonas Kjellberg

Jonas Kjellberg is a co-creator of Skype, author, and venture investor, known for his expertise in digital transformation and entrepreneurship. After co-creating Skype, Jonas Kjellberg went on to serve as its Managing Director from 2003 to 2007. During his tenure, he was instrumental in driving the company’s growth, generating 90 percent of its revenue, which culminated in its significant sale for $2.6 billion. Prior to his pivotal role at Skype, Kjellberg established himself as a successful serial entrepreneur, founding Campuz Mobile, which was later acquired by Vodafone, and Optimal Telecom, which became part of Tele2.

Parallel to his entrepreneurial leadership, Kjellberg shares his profound knowledge as a distinguished lecturer at esteemed institutions including Stanford University and the Stockholm School of Economics, where he specializes in entrepreneurship and developing effective sales cultures. He further contributes to the ecosystem as an investor and mentor through BCG Digital Ventures, actively fostering new business growth and leveraging his deep industry experience to guide emerging companies and talent. This multifaceted engagement solidifies his reputation as a driving force in digital innovation and entrepreneurial success.