Birger K. Steen is the CEO of FREYR Battery, a company focused on sustainable energy solutions. He joined in August 2023, bringing a wealth of experience from various tech and business roles. Steen has a diverse educational background with degrees...
Birger K. Steen is the CEO of FREYR Battery, a company focused on sustainable energy solutions. He joined in August 2023, bringing a wealth of experience from various tech and business roles. Steen has a diverse educational background with degrees in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, and an MBA from INSEAD. Before FREYR, he served as CEO of Parallels, Inc. and held senior roles at Microsoft, where he focused on distribution and business development. He also worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Company. Birger is known for his global perspective, having worked in multiple countries, including Norway and Russia. In 2023, he received a total compensation of about $1.8 million, which included a $276,500 salary and significant stock options to align his interests with the company’s long-term performance. He is currently the Chair of the Board for several companies and has previously played key roles in ventures that had significant impacts on technology and energy. His leadership aims to drive FREYR toward success in the fast-evolving battery technology market, emphasizing safety and company reputation while navigating challenges in the industry.