CAROLINE CECILIE SKOGLAND KVERNE

Caroline Cecilie Skogland Kverne serves as a distinguished Partner and the Global Head of People & Culture at Antler, a leading worldwide early-stage venture capital firm. In this critical leadership position, Caroline is instrumental in shaping the organizational culture and talent strategy that underpins Antler's mission to identify, build, and scale groundbreaking startups globally. Her work ensures that Antler, as an organization, and its diverse portfolio companies are equipped with the best human capital, fostering environments where innovation thrives and entrepreneurial visions are realized.

Antler is renowned for its unique approach to venture capital, investing in exceptional founders from the earliest stages and providing them with the support, network, and resources needed to succeed. While Antler's investment focus spans a wide array of industries including SaaS, fintech, deep tech, healthcare, and consumer technology, Caroline's contribution is foundational to the success of these ventures. By developing robust people strategies, talent acquisition frameworks, and cultural initiatives, she directly impacts the ability of Antler's portfolio companies to attract, retain, and develop the high-performing teams essential for rapid growth and market leadership. Her expertise ensures that the human element, often the most critical factor in startup success, is optimized.

Caroline's extensive career background showcases a deep commitment to human resources and organizational development. Prior to her impactful role at Antler, she held significant positions that honed her expertise in talent management and strategic HR. She served as HR Director at Schibsted, a major international media group, where she was responsible for driving people strategies across complex organizations. Her experience also includes a tenure as a Consultant at Capgemini and an HR Manager role at Aker Solutions, a global engineering company. This diverse background has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of talent dynamics across various industries and organizational structures, making her an invaluable asset to Antler's global operations.

Although her role is not directly focused on individual investment decisions, Caroline Cecilie Skogland Kverne's strategic leadership in People & Culture is a cornerstone of Antler's overall investment success. Her efforts empower founders to build resilient teams, navigate growth challenges, and ultimately achieve the milestones that attract further investment and market traction. Her work indirectly contributes to the success of every startup Antler backs, ensuring they have the human capital foundation to become the next generation of industry leaders. Through her dedication, Antler continues to strengthen its position as a preferred partner for ambitious entrepreneurs worldwide.