Leif Larsen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and strategic advisory services. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Synergos AS since October 2009, Leif has positioned the firm as a differentiated advisor in the M&A sector. Additionally, Leif serves as a Partner at Translink Corporate Finance, contributing to one of the largest mid-market M&A advisory groups globally. Leif's prior roles include Partner at Norsk Bedriftsmegling, Director of Business Development at Orkla Food Ingredients, and Director of Sales & Marketing at both Idun Industri AS and Denofa. Leif's career began at Orkla ASA as Project Director in Corporate Development. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Henley Business School and an MSc in Mechanical Engineering specializing in project management from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology.