Driven by Curiosity. United by Purpose.

Meet the Minds

Behind the Insights

At Borealis, our strength lies in the diversity and dedication of our people. We are an international team of highly motivated student consultants from Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics, each bringing relevant work experience and a unique academic background. What unites us is a shared drive to create meaningful impact through collaboration, curiosity, and professionalism.


Our varied perspectives are our greatest asset—allowing us to approach challenges creatively and deliver solutions that are both strategic and grounded. We offer our services in both Swedish and English.

Elin
Ramin holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and International Management from the University of Cooperative Education in Germany and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance at Umeå University. He has gained hands-on experience in financial analysis, communications consulting, and corporate transformation through roles in the automotive and consulting industries. His work has included liquidity improvement projects and supporting complex investment transactions. With a strong interest in international collaboration, Ramin is committed to building a curious and supportive community at Borealis.
Ramin Alizad
Victoria is a second-year International Business and Economics student with experience in business-oriented environments from a young age. Her involvement in business and product development across different stables laid a strong foundation for approaching complex problems in a practical business context. She draws parallels between developing a young horse and refining a product, identifying strengths and improving weaknesses, while her client advisory experience has enabled her to build a strong international network and deliver client-focused solutions. Victoria strongly believes in teamwork and views collaborative problem-solving as essential for success.
Victoria Bolinder
Gusten is currently in his second year of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Prior to his studies, he worked in the Navy, where he developed discipline, effective teamwork skills, and the ability to perform under pressure. Alongside his academic pursuits, he has been part of the HHUS management team as Consulting Coordinator, and a point of contact for partner organizations where he supported the planning and coordination of consulting activities. Through this role, Gusten has strengthened his communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
Gusten Smedfors
Kai
With a strong academic foundation in Business and Economics at Umeå University, Alva Bandling has gained practical experience at Jost World and through her leadership in the Finance Committee of HHUS, where she currently serves as Chair. In this role, she led a restructuring initiative that introduced clear financial guidelines and improved overall budget adherence. By streamlining internal processes, her committee successfully reduced costs by 76%. Alva also identified and eliminated recurring unapproved expenses, developing long-term solutions for improved cost control across departments.
Alva Bandling
Shallom is currently in his second year of a Master of Science in Business and Economics, where he has developed a strong foundation in analytical problem-solving and strategic thinking. Alongside his studies, he has managed his own hobby-based business providing household services, gaining experience in client relations and a practical understanding of how to identify and meet specific customer needs. Shallom is motivated to deliver high-quality, actionable results through his work at Borealis.
Shallom Kidane
Wout
Ceren holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Bilkent University, one of Turkey’s top business schools, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance at Umeå University. She has interned at CNH Industrial and Finansal Eksen, gaining experience in financial modeling, market analysis, and strategic planning. At Finansal Eksen, she supported consulting projects on foreign trade and market entry, delivering data-driven strategies and client- ready reports. As a student consultant for Papara, a leading Turkish fintech company, she developed retention strategies based on user data and presented a full implementation plan aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
Ceren Ademoğlu
Mikio is a third-year Master of Science in Business and Economics student and currently works part-time as a Client Advisor at Swedbank. In this role, he has developed strong communication skills and a solid understanding of customer needs, financial products, and service-oriented work in a fast-paced environment. Combined with his academic background, this experience has strengthened his analytical mindset and deepened his interest in solving real-world business problems in a structured and practical way.
Mikio Toyama
Anna
Wout brings a background in Facility Management, holding a Bachelor's degree from Breda University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. He is currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Development and Internationalisation at Umeå University. He has interned at EDGE Workspaces and F. Hoffmann-La Roche, where he gained experience in facilities management, project management, strategic assessment methods, and stakeholder engagement. At F. Hoffmann-La Roche, he developed several matrices that enabled his department to make more logical, data-driven decisions. In another project, he led a multidisciplinary team in designing a new knowledge-sharing process, enhancing continuous development within the organization.
Wout Coelen
Sara
Akseli is pursuing a degree in Business and Economics at Umeå University and has developed hands-on experience both as a subcontractor in Sydney and as Sponsorship General for Insparken. In his role at Insparken, he planned and coordinated an event schedule for over 700 participants while managing and expanding business partnerships. His work as a self-employed subcontractor in the construction industry further strengthened his communication and relationship-building skills. Running his own business also demonstrated his proficiency in budgeting, invoicing, and business operations.
Akseli Niska
Jade
Maram is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics at Umeå University. She has built extensive experience through independent work in marketing and as an artist. As a freelancer, she has supported various individuals and organizations with branding, marketing materials, and content planning. Her work as an artist has demonstrated her ability to manage the entire business process—from marketing and packaging to customer relations—with creativity and efficiency.
Maram Abdalhafiz
Robin is a third-year International Business and Economics student with experience spanning operations, marketing, and informal consulting. For instance, he has been responsible for environmental and quality control across nine property areas in Umeå over two seasons, which strengthened his attention to detail. In addition, he has served as Head of Marketing for a Junior Achievement company and supported a family-run business in preparation for an acquisition. Through these experiences and his ability to effectively solve complex problems, Robin developed a strong interest in consulting.
Robin Wadefalk
Tom
Rechel holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management (Honours) from NSBM Green University in Sri Lanka and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Development and Internationalisation at Umeå University. She also holds a professional certification in Labor Law and Industrial Relations from the Employers Federation of Ceylon. Rechel has gained professional experience at Jacobi Carbons Lanka (PVT) Ltd, through her involvement with AIESEC, and by serving as Secretary of the Human Resources Circle and Treasurer at university. As a team leader at AIESEC’s international relations arm, she established partnerships with over 20 AIESEC entities worldwide, strengthening cross-border collaboration. During her traineeship at Jacobi Carbons, she led a research project that delivered actionable insights and contributed to the automation of the company’s HR Information Systems—a complex initiative that streamlined internal processes.
Rechel Zavier
Leo
Guuleed is enrolled in a Business and Economics program at Umeå University and has gained professional experience at HHUS and Sector Alarm with a focus on pricing analysis, sales strategies, and mentoring. At Sector Alarm, he increased monthly sales through the development of tailored pitch books and creative sales approaches. As a chairman of NSS, he drove membership growth by analyzing member needs and launching new initiatives that boosted engagement. His experience highlights his ability to perform under pressure and deliver analytical, actionable strategies.
Guuleed Hersi

Get to Know Us

Mission

We empower motivated students to tackle complex problems and deliver actionable solutions for businesses and organizations through diverse and experienced perspectives.

Vision

We aim to build and grow sustainably and create a lasting space where ideas are exchanged, networks thrive, and mutual support is at the core of our values.