Per-Olof Ahlstrom

P-O’s professional background encompasses a diverse range of industries, with expertise in technology, telecommunications, media, FinTech, consumer and manufacturing sectors. He enjoys collaborating closely with the executive leadership and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams, supporting organisations throughout their growth journey – from nascent start-ups to expanding mid-sized companies, and ultimately to globally listed enterprises.

P-O’s experience allows him to provide valuable Governance, Risk, Control and Internal Audit insights and guidance as companies navigate the complexities of scaling their operations and governance structures. P-O’s hands-on approach and deep understanding of industry-specific challenges make him an asset to organisations at various stages of development, particularly in sectors characterised by rapid innovation and regulatory change. He has a passion for delivering client excellence and value whilst building long term partnerships with his clients, turning challenges into business opportunities and a competitive advantage.

Prior to joining forces with HaysMac, P-O spent 10 years with PwC, advising clients on setting up and transforming governance, risk, compliance, internal audit and assurance functions, as well as leading large and mid-size controls, cyber, compliance, Finance and business transformation projects. P-O was the PwC UK Technology, Media and Telecom sector leader covering Commercial Control, Internal Audit, Governance Risk & Control, Crisis & Resilience, Deals and Accounting Advisory.

P-O spent 14 years in industry prior to joining PwC, covering senior roles in risk and assurance, cyber security, SOX and compliance, change management, IT and business transformation.

P-O is the founder of My GRC Partner Ltd. A specialist consultancy focused on Governance, Risk and Compliance. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis, travelling, great food and spending as much time as possible with family and friends.