Odd Sverre Ostlie, CEO

Odd Sverre Ostlie

Group CEO, 99x

Odd Sverre has over two decades of experience in the tech industry with a proven track record of building high-performing teams, driving growth, and creating value across different markets and segments. Amongst other, he sets joint priorities across the group companies and drives the group’s M&A activity. Prior to joining 99x, Odd Sverre was the CEO of Pexip and Kinly. He has also worked at McKinsey & Company, Microsoft, Tandberg and Cisco Systems.

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Trygve Christian Moe

Trygve Moe

Group CFO, 99x

Trygve has over 25 years of experience in finance, strategy, and business development. He is a seasoned leader and a trusted advisor who delivers impactful results in complex and dynamic environments. As the Group CFO of 99x, Trygve oversees the financial performance, governance, and compliance across the group. Trygve leverages his expertise in new business development, mergers and acquisitions, and financial management to support the group's strategic vision and goals. Trygve brings with him substantial business acumen acquired through roles such as CFO at Herkules Capital and serving as a Board Member at Webstep.

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Carlos C. Silva

Carlos Coutinho Silva

EVP 99x Europe & CEO 99x Tech Lda (formerly Cleverti)

Carlos is an experienced leader in the industry, with a career of over 25 years mostly focused on the development of new markets, products and services. Throughout his professional career has had the opportunity to acquire skills in areas such as General Management, Consulting Services, Business Development and Account Management. Carlos has a solid knowledge of the Financial, Public and High-Tech sectors. His prior engagements include Regional Manager for Portuguese and Spanish speaking countries at TIA Technology, Iberian Country Manager at TietoEnator, Market Director at Pararede, Sales Director at Microfil, Business Area Director at Eurociber, and Project Manager at Accenture.

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Hasith Yaggahavita, 99x

Hasith Yaggahavita

CEO, 99x Product Engineering

Hasith has over two decades of tech experience as an entrepreneur, leader and community mentor. His passion doesn't merely lie in technological advancement but extends to nurturing, volunteering, and imparting wisdom within his areas of interest. As the CEO of 99x Product Engineering entities, Hasith spearheads the organisation and offers his strategic insights as a board member. His multifaceted career journey has seen him champion roles across diverse areas including Engineering, Research, Process methodologies, Corporate Social Responsibility, HR, and Marketing, all of which have sculpted him into a transformational leader. He has served on multiple boards of influential tech organizations such as the Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) and the ICT Skills Council.

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Thiers Santos, 99x

Thiers Santos

EVP 99x Americas & CEO 99x Tech Ltda (formerly Nextly, Brazil)

Thiers has 20 years of experience in the IT industry, including 14 years working on top-tier projects with Seeds Consulting for renowned clients such as the International Olympic Committee, the Norwegian and Swedish National Football Leagues, and The United Nations Association of Norway. In 2019, he founded Nextly having a dedicated team for building digital products for clients in the United States. Today, Nextly is ranked the #1 Top Software Development Company in Brazil on Clutch, delivering scalable tech solutions to Fortune 500s, Inc 5000s, and high-growth startups in San Francisco, Austin, Washington, Connecticut, and New York City.

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Eiliv M. Liljevik

Eiliv Mæhle Liljevik

EVP 99x Nordics & CEO Digital Solutions AS (formerly Seeds Consulting Norway)

Eiliv has over two decades of experience in consulting and business management. He is renowned for his expertise in strategic planning, market analysis, and operational excellence. Under his leadership, Seeds Consulting has developed a diverse portfolio of services, driving exceptional value for clients. Eiliv is a strong advocate for diversity and innovation, fostering an inclusive culture that enhances creativity and sustainable growth. He holds a master’s degree in business administration and is a respected speaker on topics such as balancing company identity during acquisitions. Passionate about mentoring and community development, Eiliv exemplifies the qualities of a visionary leader and model global citizen.

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