People and Partners
people - People
We apply our, deep knowledge, intellectual curiosity and combine it with our strong analytical & logistical capabilities and robust sense of quality and impeccable taste, every time we solve a task.
Karl founded BALDER and drives the vision for the company, he personally oversees product development and (many) other aspects of the business.Prior to founding BALDER, Karl worked as a Communications Director for the largest design award in the world, INDEX: Design to Improve Life and as an advisor at the Confederation of Danish Industry. As a student he worked as a tour guide to countries such as Mongolia, China, Mexico, USA and France. He holds a M.Sc. in political science from the University of Copenhagen and a Certificat d'Etudes Politiques from Sciences Po in Bordeaux.
Get in touch via email: karl@balder-cph.dk
Laura works as head of development and the focal point within her work covers fields such as developing theme-based customized tours as well as exploring and developing new markets and ventures within the field of content driven tourism. Laura holds a Bachelor’s degree in history of art from and a Masters degree in Modern Culture and Communication both from the University of Copenhagen.
Get in touch via email: laura@balder-cph.dk
Barbara is Head of Operations at Balder and oversees and manages various projects carried out within the team. In addition she assists with organizing and arranging theme-based customized tours and works closely with the guides connected to Balder. Before joining the team, Barbara worked as a guide in Copenhagen for several years. She holds a bachelor's degrees in Chinese Studies and a masters degree in Cross Cultural Studies, both from the University of Copenhagen.
Get in touch via email: barbara@balder-cph.dk
Mathias Steinø is BALDERS legal counsel and a member of the board Mathias Steinø is a partner with HAFNIA LAW FIRM.
Luzie works as Project Manager at BALDER. She is responsible for designing and executing high end tour programs as well as guaranteeing and overseeing the smooth run of the projects when they are live. Luzie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Stage and Production Management from the University of Essex and will continue her studies here in Copenhagen next year.
Get in touch via email: luzie@balder-cph.dk
Eva is the newest member of the Balder team. Her tasks include assisting, executing and organizing tours and company data. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Danish Studies from the University of Copenhagen and is currently studying for a Master's degree in Western Literature.
Get in touch via email: eva@balder-cph.dk
partners - Partners
The BALDER team is curious and always looking for new and exciting partners, projects and collaborators. We work with partners to provide the best experiences both as executers and suppliers. One of our main competences is to enter into relevant partnerships to provide the best products.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us, if you have any questions about what we do and how we can work together. We would love to help you
Black Tomato is the award-winning travel company that specializes in creating exceptional tailor-made experiences for its clients and is a Virtuoso member. Balder is one of Black Tomato’s carefully selected overseas partners. Balder has worked closely with Black Tomato since 2015 as their preferred destination management company covering Scandinavia.
Dialog is an annual off-the-record and not-for-attribution retreat that gathers 150 global and emerging leaders to discuss the most pressing world issues and find opportunities for collaboration. Dialog provides participants from various disciplines a safe space to discuss big ideas, formulate non-obvious solutions and make enduring connections. Balder has helped Dialog Global arranging on-sight activities for their participants.
Local Foreigner is a New York based travel company specialized in curating authentic experiences and connect discerning travelers with passionate locals. Balder has worked with Local Foreigner since for several years and assisted them with custommade trips for FITs to Scandinavian countries.