Team
The team behind Cap
We are a proven team of experienced people who know how to build beautiful and useful products at scale.
Patrick Theander
CEO
Patrick Theander is an innovative tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist, with a proven track record of building and selling successful companies. He founded his first venture at just 18 years old and went on to build and sell a cloud hosting provider. At age 29, Patrick founded a VC firm focusing on emerging tech. With expertise in emerging technologies, large-scale cloud infrastructure, web technologies, and UI design, Patrick brings a wealth of knowledge. Patrick's experience, skills, and innovative mindset give him a unique combination of deep expertise in both technology and business strategy and management.
Henrik Jørgensen
CTO
Henrik Jørgensen is a technology leader with 18 years of experience, proficient in client-side development, security, and data-store design. He had a key role at Zendesk, evolving from an early hire to Senior Staff Engineer, leading projects that saved the company millions of dollars in costs and resulted in a best-selling add-on product. He also co-founded a successful e-commerce business and a crypto mining company, showing entrepreneurial flair. Henrik has been a lector at the IT University of Copenhagen and is involved in corporate mentorship. He serves on advisory boards for startups and venture funds. His work has garnered him multiple awards and recognition.
Peter Assentorp
Head of Product
Peter Assentorp is a skilled Product Designer with more than 15 years of experience in the industry. His journey has been marked by substantial contributions to various reputable agencies and innovative startups, including his impactful work at Issuu.com, recognized as the world's largest publishing platform with more than 100 million visitors per month. In the last 5 years, Peter has emerged as a trusted consultant in Copenhagen's thriving design and tech ecosystem helping numerous well-established brands and startups to enhance their digital presence and user experience.
Ida-Maria Aastrup
Chief of Staff
Ida-Maria Aastrup is a curious and forward thinking creative with a great interest in innovation, tech and startups. Her professional journey includes a diverse array of roles, ranging from communication and marketing to project management and administration. Academically, she's skilled in communication, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with award winning activity from University of Technology, Sydney. With her agile approach, she handles communication, marketing and operational workflows with efficiency and a keen eye for detail.
René Hansen
Staff Engineer
René Hansen is an accomplished technologist, highly experienced in leading engineering teams to deliver complex software solutions. His recent role as an Engineering Manager and Tech Lead at Airtame highlights his expertise in development and hands-on leadership. With a background in development at Zendesk and a solid history of senior engineering positions, René possesses a rich blend of technical prowess and project management skills. His professional path demonstrates a commitment to technological excellence and innovation in the competitive landscape of SaaS products. René's proficiency in software architecture and his strategic role in product development make him a pivotal asset.
Daniel Nygaard
AI Engineer
Daniel Nygaard is an experienced software engineer known for his innovative approach to technology and a distinct flair for applied artificial intelligence. His career includes contributions to internal tool development and operational efficiencies through automation and data systems. Daniel's diverse skill set across multiple programming frameworks makes him a pivotal asset in developing advanced AI-driven solutions.