Find out what happens when we apply our advanced technology to calculate the nutritional intake for Team Visma | Lease a Bike during races.

In 2016, Norwegian-founded No Isolation started developing technology with the goal of helping children return to their everyday life and community. Read about AV1: a robot that helps children see, hear and participate in the classroom – without being at school.

How can the process of assigning children to kindergartens become more efficient for Norwegian municipalities, while at the same time secure fair distribution and fulfil the wishes of as many applicants as possible?

We’re all-too familiar with the fears surrounding artificial intelligence. So today, Jacob and Johan are flipping the script to talk about the exciting opportunities on the horizon… and why this is the best time (maybe ever?) to be a Visma employee or customer.

What does Robotic Process Automation (RPA) entail and where does it fit in the artificial intelligence landscape?

The recently released Smartscan Premium by our Visma Machine Learning Assets team sets a new standard for automated document information extraction. In this blog post series the team explains the transformer architecture of the model that sits at the core of this vastly improved product.

There is an incredible number of new and often unknown concepts within Data Science and Advanced Analytics. This makes it challenging to get an overview of the concepts, what the concepts entail–and not least how they are connected.

Imagine a digital assistant that takes care of repetitive tasks and helps you make better decisions in real-time. That’s now a reality with AI copilots.

Our CTO, T. Alexander Lystad, shares how AI assistance boosts efficiency, elevates product quality, and helps us stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech world. Discover how AI is reshaping our approach to software development.

How can we use automation to get rid of manual tasks? With the new project AutoMate, our Intelligent Process Automation team sets out to use robots to identify 100 000 hours that can be freed up through automation.

Managing finances in a small business can be daunting; our cloud software is here to help. From automating accounting with AI to streamlining payroll and invoicing, find out how these tools empower you to succeed.

Our AI Director, Jacob Nyman, is flipping the script on the fear of an AI-powered future. Why should employees be excited by AI? What real value does it add for customers? And what is Visma Group’s approach to it all? Read on to find out.

The success of AI systems depends heavily on the quality of the input content. But what makes for “high-quality” content, and how do you create it? Here are six practical things to consider.

We interviewed Segment Director Kasper Lyhr to discuss how Visma is advancing AI technology in the public sector today and its future implications. Learn more about our ongoing efforts to develop products and strategies that drive progress.

Is your company at the starting point of exploring the endless opportunities AI can bring? Developing a solid strategy is a natural first step. Here are five points you should consider when building your AI strategy.

In-house AI product development has become feasible for most software companies due to developments within available talent, scalable infrastructure and increased data quality. But how ready are software companies on the one hand, and customers on the other, to deliver and consume AI products, respectively?

The healthcare industry has a unique set of challenges – from an ageing population to labour shortages to fragmented systems. The good news is that specialised, local cloud software can help fill many of those gaps.

AI assistants and chatbots are a revelation for customer success teams. From 24/7 support to instant access to a wealth of knowledge, they are a great tool to boost customer experience. Let’s dive into four Visma products using them today, and the results they’re seeing so far.

🤗 Hugging Face is a company that democratises AI by making models available to everyone. Find out how Visma’s Machine Learning Assets team is contributing to the cause by giving back to the community, in the field of Document AI.

AI has been a buzzword for quite some time. And as a professional in the field, you may have gotten the question: “Can’t we just use some AI?” In this article, you’ll get the needed support to explain why AI is or is not a good solution, through a framework to anchor your arguments. We call it the AI Evaluation Loop.

The software industry is moving forward at an exponentially increasing pace. We have gone from on-prem to cloud, introduced mobile extensions, and enabled users to automate repetitive tasks using robotics. However, there is something that moves even quicker than technology, and that is customer expectations.

Robotic AI is vital for good customer experiences. Hear from Digital Learning project owner Oliver Sogn on how Visma is building robotic AI chatbots that help customers, while avoiding pitfalls along the way.

Handling invoices can be time-consuming, but it’s now possible to automate more than 80% of users’ data entry! We’ve asked Management Trainee Henrik to give us insight into how this was done through his project on invoice handling automation.

Shift planning has never been easier. With shift generation, Visma Resolve’s newest extension to the Automatic Rostering module, you can automatically get optimal shifts designed for your departments’ needs. As always, the module also assigns employees to the created shifts to ensure an efficient and fair schedule.

Our Visma Machine Learning Assets team has launched two new solutions that are using cutting-edge technology. Learn more about Smartscan and AutoSuggest—and how they made a leap innovation in Natural Language Processing.

Our Visma Machine Learning Assets team recently launched Smartscan Premium. In this blog series, they will take you behind the scenes to look at the machine learning and research that the Smartscan technology is built upon and what challenges the technology is solving.

By making a robot or digital assistant do the most repetitive and boring tasks, companies can focus on more meaningful and value-adding work – benefiting both business and society. So, can the effect of a robot also support companies in being more sustainable?

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning and advanced analytics are among the most promising solutions for businesses and society. AI can solve many of society’s sustainability and efficiency challenges, but what are the ethical implications of using such technologies, and what is Visma doing to ensure they are implemented with people in mind?

Now more than ever, product teams are exploring how AI can create value for their customers – and rightly so. Read on to find out which ideas are worth spending time and resources on.

As AI continues to change how business gets done, the link between design, language, and conversation grows even closer. What are the best ways to create conversational AI from a human-centred perspective?

We go out of our way to identify new and better ways for our customers to achieve their goals. Jacob goes out of his way to empower our employees with the latest AI technology.

At 29 years old, Martin is the Managing Director of Visma’s first pure AI company. What has his journey looked like, and how’d he get to where he is today?

Today is International Charity Day, an occasion to celebrate the hard work of charities around the world to improve people’s lives. What are the most pressing global issues we should be addressing? Read on to find out the causes most important to our employees, and the charities we believe are best positioned to work on them.

What steps is Visma taking to make the world better? Read on to learn about Visma’s concrete actions towards ethical business and group-level sustainability efforts—and how these contribute to the SDGs.

Becoming a sustainable business is about increasing awareness and having internal guidelines on how we can be part of the solution, as well as having a focus on this at the management level. We have talked with the Sustainability Manager in Visma to hear more about the specific initiatives the Visma Group is working on.

During the first E-recycle week at Visma, our employees collected a large amount of electronics for reuse or repurposing. Learn more about what we are doing to reduce our environmental impact.

Visma’s 2023 Sustainability Report unveiled areas for improvement, particularly within office emissions and travel. Building on the learnings from the report, we held Visma Sustainability Month, a four-week series of internal articles and activities covering Visma’s most relevant sustainability topics. Read on to find out what topics are most important to Visma and how we’re addressing them.

The Norwegian congress and events agency, Fjell og Fjord Konferanser AS, has a strong focus on the environment. Read about how their transition to a cloud-based ERP and payroll system helps them leave a green footprint.

Everyone has a role in protecting the planet. People can tap into their changemaking power, not just in their own lives, but by bringing people together and teaming up. Visma understands that it’s groups that effect the most change, but it starts with the individual. Read on to find out how Visma encourages change at both levels to invest in the future of our planet.

How do software products affect sustainability? And what is actually better for the climate – reading a printed book or streaming a movie? Read on to find out.

Visma Denmark has moved one step closer to a circular economy, thanks to a new e-waste recycling program. Learn more about the program, the first of its kind in Denmark.

Lowering the carbon emissions in a company starts with calculating the carbon footprint and reduction goals, which can be challenging. Together with CarbonLink, we are developing a carbon footprint calculator to help companies make useful decisions on the path towards carbon neutrality.

At Carlsberg City District, Visma Denmark has created a vibrant office with sustainable choices throughout. Find out how they made a space that facilitates collaboration and social interaction, forming a new common culture across the organisation.

By making a robot or digital assistant do the most repetitive and boring tasks, companies can focus on more meaningful and value-adding work – benefiting both business and society. So, can the effect of a robot also support companies in being more sustainable?

Over the past year, two of Visma’s largest and most environmentally sustainable offices have embarked on a program to reduce their electricity use. The reductions have been noteworthy: 37% in our Copenhagen office and 18% in our Oslo headquarters. Read on to find out how we made such significant improvements, and what steps we’re taking to raise the bar even higher.

Today is International Charity Day, an occasion to celebrate the hard work of charities around the world to improve people’s lives. What are the most pressing global issues we should be addressing? Read on to find out the causes most important to our employees, and the charities we believe are best positioned to work on them.

What steps is Visma taking to make the world better? Read on to learn about Visma’s concrete actions towards ethical business and group-level sustainability efforts—and how these contribute to the SDGs.

Becoming a sustainable business is about increasing awareness and having internal guidelines on how we can be part of the solution, as well as having a focus on this at the management level. We have talked with the Sustainability Manager in Visma to hear more about the specific initiatives the Visma Group is working on.

During the first E-recycle week at Visma, our employees collected a large amount of electronics for reuse or repurposing. Learn more about what we are doing to reduce our environmental impact.

Visma’s 2023 Sustainability Report unveiled areas for improvement, particularly within office emissions and travel. Building on the learnings from the report, we held Visma Sustainability Month, a four-week series of internal articles and activities covering Visma’s most relevant sustainability topics. Read on to find out what topics are most important to Visma and how we’re addressing them.

The Norwegian congress and events agency, Fjell og Fjord Konferanser AS, has a strong focus on the environment. Read about how their transition to a cloud-based ERP and payroll system helps them leave a green footprint.

Everyone has a role in protecting the planet. People can tap into their changemaking power, not just in their own lives, but by bringing people together and teaming up. Visma understands that it’s groups that effect the most change, but it starts with the individual. Read on to find out how Visma encourages change at both levels to invest in the future of our planet.

How do software products affect sustainability? And what is actually better for the climate – reading a printed book or streaming a movie? Read on to find out.

Visma Denmark has moved one step closer to a circular economy, thanks to a new e-waste recycling program. Learn more about the program, the first of its kind in Denmark.

Lowering the carbon emissions in a company starts with calculating the carbon footprint and reduction goals, which can be challenging. Together with CarbonLink, we are developing a carbon footprint calculator to help companies make useful decisions on the path towards carbon neutrality.

At Carlsberg City District, Visma Denmark has created a vibrant office with sustainable choices throughout. Find out how they made a space that facilitates collaboration and social interaction, forming a new common culture across the organisation.

By making a robot or digital assistant do the most repetitive and boring tasks, companies can focus on more meaningful and value-adding work – benefiting both business and society. So, can the effect of a robot also support companies in being more sustainable?

Over the past year, two of Visma’s largest and most environmentally sustainable offices have embarked on a program to reduce their electricity use. The reductions have been noteworthy: 37% in our Copenhagen office and 18% in our Oslo headquarters. Read on to find out how we made such significant improvements, and what steps we’re taking to raise the bar even higher.

We’re all about pushing the boundaries of innovation to help our partners and customers reach new heights. This year, for the Tour de France, we’ve brought our data collection and visualisation expertise to the Team Visma | Lease a Bike Control Room.

Find out what happens when we apply our advanced technology to calculate the nutritional intake for Team Visma | Lease a Bike during races.

Gathering 40 women leaders to support Team Visma | Lease a Bike, we got to celebrate women’s resilience, passion, and drive – both on the track and in accounting. Don’t miss our video recapping this empowering experience.

Pro cycling is a male-dominated sport. Why is it so, and how can we get more women into cycling? We met with the General Manager of Team Jumbo-Visma and one of the riders in the new women’s team of Team Jumbo-Visma to talk about diversity and inclusion within cycling.

What happens when you put a pair of skis on Team Jumbo-Visma’s up and coming cycling talents?

What really goes on – before, during and after a race.

As Co-founder and Product Manager at SmartBill, Ioana Hasan knows what drives growth. Find out her top five tips for building products that users love.

2020 is right around the corner and it’s time to look back at Team Jumbo-Visma cycling team’s fantastic year – in pictures and videos.

It’s one thing to sponsor the world’s best cycling team; it’s a whole other thing to provide software and expertise that helps them do what they do best. Learn how we help Team Visma | Lease a Bike both on and off the bikes and why we’re so proud to be the first title sponsor.

As the main sponsor of Team Jumbo-Visma, we recently carried out a first-of-its-kind recruitment campaign to find their Next Top Mechanic. Find out how it went and who brought the title home.

In a sport once dominated by men, women have now become a vital part of the professional cycling arena, as well. In this interview, we sat down with a few of the riders of Team Visma | Lease a Bike Women to talk about their journey to the top, and to get their advice on how to reach your goals.

Why do we make content about our sponsorships? Get insights into how our video specialist works with Team Jumbo-Visma to create great content and get his best tips for video and photo production.

The world of top cycling is rapidly evolving. In the chaos of a race, it’s the mechanics who are the anchors, ensuring the riders can perform their best. As title sponsor of Team Jumbo-Visma, how can Visma use its business expertise to make sure the team has the most talented mechanics?

New name, new look, and brand new excitement. Come behind the scenes of a content moment with our sponsorship cycling team.

This was a year for the record books! Let’s take a look back at how Team Jumbo-Visma stamped their place in history as the world’s best cycling team.

Richard Plugge and Linda Emmery have years of experience building strong, highly motivated teams. Here, they share how leaders can unlock their team’s potential.

Team Jumbo-Visma reached new heights in 2022, setting a new standard for elite road cycling. At Visma, we reached new heights, as well — from sky-high internal pride to increased brand awareness in our markets. To celebrate, let’s take a look back at where it all began — and then look ahead to all the exciting opportunities yet to come.

When it comes to winning as a team, Team Jumbo-Visma uses collaborative goal-setting to drive their success. Here’s why businesses should do the same.

At first glance, cycling and software development might seem to not have much in common. But, here’s why diversity reigns supreme in both arenas.

Steady employment and routines are good for us, but unhealthy work environments and habits pose a serious threat to our mental wellbeing. Here’s what you can do, as an employee, to set healthy boundaries in the workplace.

With over a decade at Visma, Yvette brings a multifaceted background in sales, marketing, strategy, and leadership to her new role as the Segment Director. In this interview, she reflects on leveraging diversity and inclusion for the improvement of software, and the tech industry as a whole.

The Management Trainees who started in the fall of 2023 are nearly finished with the year-long programme, and will soon transition into permanent positions at Visma. Read more about their backgrounds, what motivated them to apply, the projects they’ve worked on, and the highlights of the year.

The UPSHIFT programme prepares young people to shape their future as entrepreneurs, employees, and engaged global citizens around the world. Discover how our partnership with UNICEF supports UPSHIFT and its impact, featuring insights from Herve Morin, UPSHIFT Global Lead.

We’re proud to stand alongside UNICEF Norway in their unwavering dedication to empower and protect the future of children. Discover how our partnership supports their efforts to build a safer, more inclusive world for every child.

Enjoy the best of both worlds: the feeling of a local startup and the perks of belonging to the largest cloud software community in Europe.

Research shows that having engaged, happy employees is so important for building a great company culture and performing better financially. But how exactly do we measure engagement? Join Vibeke and Diana as they break down what’s worked for us over the last decade and what we do with all of the great data we collect.

As a software company, our products are central to our business… but that’s only one part of the equation. In this episode, Yvette and Johan discuss the secret ingredients to transforming good products into exceptional solutions.

How does someone work their way up from Management Trainee to CFO by the age of 30? And balance fatherhood alongside it all? Join Stian and Diana as they reminisce on both his career and personal journeys so far, and what he believes is the biggest success factor in finance. (And no, it’s not higher profits!)

What is it like to be a UX intern at Visma, and what sorts of projects will you be working on? Matilda from Sweden has written a summary of her experience and what she learned.

Some of the earliest pioneers of computing were women. But considering the gender gap in the tech industry today, there is still an urgent call for more role models for women and girls. We have partnered with several organisations that promote women in tech, and together, we work towards a more diverse industry.

Ralph van Maris is a Customer Success Manager at Nmbrs, a Dutch Visma company that doesn’t actually believe in traditional “managers”. What has he learned about leadership so far?

Sjoerd Hendriks channels his creativity as a UX designer at Visma Circle, working to make sure that their software is accessible to all. Passionate about diversity and inclusion, he discusses his personal journey, the importance of inclusive design, and what celebrating Pride really means.

It’s more than a tagline. It’s a commitment to ourselves, our customers, and our communities that we will continue to push boundaries, innovate, and deliver world-class solutions.

What did Visma look like in its early days? Are there any decisions our former CEO would have made differently? Today, Øystein, our former CEO and current Executive Chairman, joins Johan to reflect on the pivotal moments, the mistakes-turned-lessons, and the surprising stories that have shaped Visma into what it is today.

Meet our colleague Miska: He’s one of our in-house experts on diversity and inclusion and loves sharing his knowledge with 15,000+ colleagues. Read his take on Pride.

Many of our employees are making important contributions to their communities through volunteer work. Meet Sander, who combines his job as a Solution Consultant with volunteering at his local fire station.

By partnering with UNICEF and supporting initiatives like the UPSHIFT programme, Visma is committed to positively impact the lives of children and young people worldwide – empowering them with tools to take charge of their future. Join us in making a difference and learn more about our long-term support of UNICEF.

At Visma, our Champions are spearheading peer-to-peer communities vital to our success – spanning companies, countries, and fields of work. Join us as we shine a spotlight on these Champions and discover how they support their colleagues.

At Visma, our Champions are leading peer-to-peer communities that are essential to our success – bridging companies, countries, and various fields of expertise. Join us in celebrating these Champions and explore how they empower their colleagues.

Our Managing Directors (MDs) are the north stars of our organisation, guiding each of our companies with a unique vision. Today, we’re getting to know two MDs who epitomise what it means to be a leader.

Is your child interested in gaming and technology? Read on to find out about a recent Visma collaboration offering kids a fun and social way to develop their technological skills and interests, and turn it into something that could benefit them in the future.

We’re dedicated to working with diversity and inclusion year-round, but Pride month is an extra special time for celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, reflecting on our support, and reaffirming our commitment. Discover how we celebrate Pride month and foster an inclusive workplace.

At Visma, our Champions are spearheading peer-to-peer communities vital to our success – spanning companies, countries, and fields of work. Join us as we shine a spotlight on these Champions and discover how they support their colleagues.

UN Women states: “The world needs science, and science needs women and girls”. Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science and to celebrate it we have talked to the program coordinator of the Finnish initiative Mimmit Koodaa: a program to increase gender equality in the Finnish software industry.

At Visma, our Champions are spearheading peer-to-peer communities vital to our success – spanning companies, countries, and fields of work. Join us as we shine a spotlight on these Champions and discover how they support their colleagues.

This year witnessed a record-breaking number of nominations for the annual recognition of the 50 leading women in tech, surpassing all previous counts with over 700 nominees. Among the 50 accomplished women securing a spot on the list is Arbnora Tahiri, Visma’s Interim Chief Information Security Officer.

Meet Ida Algotsson, our talented Digital Marketing Specialist who basically runs a one-person Swedish marketing department at Plandisc. In between copywriting and campaign planning, she’s passionate about diversity and inclusion, raising awareness, and creating a safe space for everyone to be open about their true identities.

With over a decade of experience at Visma, spanning programming to security architecture in a landscape of 700+ applications, Alina’s story exemplifies the innovation of women in tech. Read on for her takes on navigating the ever-changing field of security, always trying to stay one step ahead of potential threats.

At Visma | Raet, employees form the backbone of their sustainability policy. By working together with customers, partners and other businesses on social initiatives, they are committed to making a real difference for society.

With over two decades of experience from industrial to digital design, Hesam Pakbeen shares his inspiring journey and personal insights on inclusive leadership, celebrating our differences, and making a real impact on equality in the workplace and beyond.

It’s that time of the year again: Love conquers all season! Diversity and inclusion is one of our core values. Read more here.

What is it like to work with development and tech innovation in Visma? We have talked to Brian Ye, Product Insights Lead in the Data Science Tech Hub, about his typical work tasks and why working in a diverse environment is crucial for continuous growth.

Research shows that the LGBTQIA+ community is more often subject to being treated differently in the workplace. How can companies ensure that they won’t fall short of full inclusion?

Read about why Berit is passionate about diversity in the tech industry, and why we need to highlight female role models like Berit to inspire more women to engage in technology.

In this newest interview with our tech talents, we talked to some of our security experts: Lars Holtar, who works as Security Manager, and Ioana Piroska, who works as Security Engineer. Find out what their typical workday in Visma looks like and what advice they would give others looking for a tech career.

Want to know what makes Visma unlike anywhere else? We asked a few of our colleagues what they love most about working here, and what makes Visma so special.

Get to know our seasoned HR director, and her a little unusual advice to younger people who are eager to excel in their careers.

Many of our Visma talents started their careers as Management Trainees. In this blog post, we’ll meet Stina Wahlsten and Julia Hakanpää about their journey in Visma, how it was like to be an Management Trainee, and what they do today.

We are proud to have two of our employees announced among Norway’s top 50 women in tech. Meet them and learn more about their passion for tech.

Diversity and inclusion are some of our top priorities. More diverse teams lead to broader perspectives. Here’s how we improve our products and services by taking better care of our employees.

Eva Martins has been appointed as Managing Director for the newly established Visma Tech Portugal. Read on and watch the video to learn about the tech talent’s goals and ambitions for the tech centre.

One month ago, 10 ambitious graduates started their Visma journey as Management Trainees. Throughout the coming year, each of them is responsible for planning and carrying out 5 different projects of great strategic importance for Visma’s future success. Read on to learn more about the trainees and what projects they are currently working on.

In many of our companies, employees have the opportunity to use their work hours volunteering for a charity or organisation of their choice. Meet some of our people and find out what it means to spend their time helping others.

Every year, we welcome several Management Trainees that get to work on five exciting and business-critical projects throughout a year. We have talked to Axel, one of this year’s Management Trainees, about his experiences working on an acquisition project with the M&A department.

Lars van der Meer went from being a consultant to leading an entire Visma company. As an MD, he tries to facilitate a happy workplace that makes the world a bit better with their software.

Eirik Friise, Head of ERP, had heard rumours about the special Visma culture. He’d also spent too many hours working in business software not tailored to his needs, and wanted to change that. So, he joined Visma.

When people talk about closing the gender gap, too often the conversation stops with how to spark women’s interest in tech. But, what do we actually do to help women get through the door and thrive within organisations?

Azzeddine Abchir works with people, products, processes, and tech – in that particular order. Less than a year into his job at Visma, he’s already making his excellent mark.

Mirela Miculescu loves to drive the digital transformation across our 170 companies. Going on her 7th year at Visma, she’s excited for many more years of driving change.

We have had a lot of great talents as part of our Management Trainee program. But what do their careers look like now, and how have their journeys been? We have talked to Brian Ye and Steffen Torp about their experiences as Management Trainees, what happened since, and where they are today.

Six elements of value are especially important to companies during times of uncertainty. Being aware of – and delivering on them – can translate into business value, grow stronger customer relationships and enhance loyalty.

22 September was International Car-Free Day, and Visma took the opportunity to launch a Group-wide campaign to reduce our car emissions for a week. Find out why we did it, how we planned it, how it went and, most importantly, what we learned.

Say hello to this year’s Visma Management trainees, learn about their projects and see what has been their highlights during the program so far.

“I’m thrilled to take on the role as CTO of Visma”, says Alex, who started his Visma career as a software developer. Read on and get to know him, his journey thus far, and his plans for the future.

Today, we celebrate World Mental Health Day – an international day for mental health awareness and initiatives. How can organisations participate in championing the importance of mental wellbeing in the corporate world?

Say hi to just a few of this year’s Visma Management Trainees (MTs)! Learn about their background, why they joined Visma, their current projects, and what unique attributes they bring to the job.

Espen Johansen has been with us for ten years, both in sales and management roles, various security positions and as board member for several Visma companies. Read on to learn more about his thoughts on the road ahead as CSO.

Javi Fondevila and Bernat Ripoll met through Facebook with a business idea and a joint interest in snowboarding. We had a chat with them to hear more about their key to success and learn what running a successful business and action sports have in common.

Lage has taken a non-traditional path toward becoming our Director of Communications. In this interview, he explains why that’s one of his strongest assets.

Learning to code should be fun! That’s why we’ve partnered with Learnlink to offer a summer course that combines coding and gaming, specially designed for children.

We go out of our way to identify new and better ways for our customers to achieve their goals. Jacob goes out of his way to empower our employees with the latest AI technology.

In our recently published sustainability report, employee engagement was one of Visma’s top performing areas. And now, Visma’s latest eNPS ranks us among the top 5% of companies in the IT industry.

The three most important skills identified by Management Trainees are the ability to take initiative, having good analytical skills as well as good social skills. In this article, they share their thoughts and experiences about these abilities.

Every summer, we welcome a new group of students for a six-week, project-based internship. Let’s take a look at the impact our interns made this year.

At 29 years old, Martin is the Managing Director of Visma’s first pure AI company. What has his journey looked like, and how’d he get to where he is today?