Thor-Erik Gulliksen — Co-Founder
Thor-Erik Gulliksen is a leading authority and internationally recognised expert in mentoring, coaching, and personal development — working with leaders, professionals, and organisations who want more than motivation and short-term solutions. With over 30 years of experience across leadership, marketing, education, and professional development, he designs and delivers mentoring programmes that build clarity, judgement, and sustainable performance. His work has empowered thousands of individuals to unlock their potential — not through quick fixes, but through long-term, ethical and relational development. Thor-Erik is the author of Menteebook and Mentorbook, two practical guides on entrepreneurship and mentoring, and the host of The Talk – by Mentorguru, where he explores mentoring, leadership and personal growth through deep, honest conversations. He is known for his engaging workshops, thought-provoking keynotes and his signature blend of insight, humour and practical tools — always balancing support and challenge to create real behavioural change. Recognised as a global thought leader in mentoring, Thor-Erik works nationally and internationally as a mentor, speaker and facilitator. 👉 If this resonates, start with a conversation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Leadership Development and Coaching expert with a focus on mentoring and personal growth.
Location: Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Experience: 32 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- Management
- Podcasting
- Coaching
- Mentoring
- Training
- Career Counseling
- Workshop Facilitation
- Coordination
Career Highlights
- Over 30 years of experience in mentoring and coaching.
- Author of practical guides on entrepreneurship and mentoring.
- Recognized global thought leader in personal development.
Work Experience
EMCC Global
Vice President and Co-founder EMCC Norway (2 yrs)
President and co-founder EMCC Norway (7 yrs 11 mos)
Board member and co-founder EMCC Norway (2 yrs 1 mo)
Mentorguru
Podcast Host (4 yrs 1 mo)
MentorGuru (26 yrs 9 mos)
Mentor-Lelo
Mentor President and Co-Founder (2 yrs 1 mo)
Oslo kommune
Karriereveileder (10 yrs 10 mos)
Nettverkskoordinator (1 yr)
Faglærer (24 yrs 9 mos)
Norwegian Entrepreneurs Forum
Chairman of the Board (7 mos)
Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences
Tutor and guest lecture (4 yrs 8 mos)
IMT International
Leader HR Management (1 yr 9 mos)
JCI (Junior Chamber International)
Senator #66917 (20 yrs 4 mos)
Executive Vice President Training University (11 mos)
Forum for offentlige anskaffelser AS
Trainer (3 yrs)
JCI Oslo
President of The Norwegian Mentoring Program (6 yrs 11 mos)
Spesialbokforlaget as
Product Manager (3 yrs 10 mos)
Motionskompaniet as
Marketing Manager (2 yrs 4 mos)
JCI Norway
Member (10 yrs)
My own company
Trainer and consult (4 yrs 5 mos)
Education
International Marketing at Esade
30 studiepoeng at University of South-Eastern Norway
15 studiepoeng at OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University
60 Studiepoeng at OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University
30 Studiepoeng at Høgskulen Sogn og Fjordane
Praktisk-Pedagogisk Utdanning at Høyskolen i Buskerud
International Marketing at Universidad Pontificia Comillas
Bachelor at BI Norwegian Business School