Experts in Nature Data Solutions

Kolbeinn Hilmarsson, Svarmi´s CEO focusing on business development began his career as a pilot and project manager within the commercial aviation industry. An early “enviropreneur”, he co-founded the leading nature-based carbon project developer in Iceland working against global standards in building land-based carbon credits from afforestation, reforestation, wetland, soil, and vegetation restoration. Kolbeinn has diverse knowledge across aerospace and space-tech business development, sustainability, and frameworks for nature reporting.

Tryggvi Stefánsson, CTO and founder of Svarmi, holds an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. He founded Svarmi while still at university and has led the development of the company’s technology and vision from day one, overseeing advancements in Svarmi’s proprietary software, algorithms, and hardware. An expert in aerospace and earth observation, Tryggvi has spearheaded multiple large-scale international research and development projects in areas such as drones, automation, and earth observation.

Marco Hirsbrunner leads Svarmi’s Zurich office, driving the company’s expansion into new markets and strengthening its operational growth. He brings extensive experience in technology, scaling, and operational excellence. As Co-Founder and former COO of South Pole, he guided global operations, technology, and executive leadership, and built a project management system that became central to managing over 1,000 projects and thousands of consultancy engagements worldwide. Marco holds an M.A. in Media & Communications and Chinese Studies from the University of Zurich and completed executive education at the University of St. Gallen. His lifelong fascination with maps and geodata finds full expression in his work with Svarmi.

Haukur leads Svarmi’s board as Chairman, bringing a unique blend of expertise in biology, business, and environmental management. A partner at Verkís, one of Iceland’s leading consultancies, he has decades of experience spanning public agency leadership, international cooperation on environmental affairs, and corporate consulting. Haukur specializes in Quality, Environment, Health and Safety (QEHS) management, risk assessment, and environmental impact analysis, advising organizations on compliance with local and international standards. Fluent in four languages and an avid outdoorsman, he combines strategic oversight with a passion for nature and practical, on-the-ground insight.

Renat Heuberger serves on the board of Svarmi Switzerland AG and is a member of Svarmi’s Advisory Board. A serial social entrepreneur and impact investor, he has over two decades of leadership in sustainability and climate finance. Renat co-founded and led South Pole, growing it from a start-up into a global climate solutions leader, and previously co-founded the myclimate foundation. He brings his experience in building mission-driven organizations to support Svarmi’s growth and impact in environmental data and technology.

Experienced Supervisory Board with a demonstrated history of working in the investment management industry. Skilled in Startup Development, Financial Technology, Private Equity, Financial Markets, and Blockchain. Strong business development professional with a PhD focused in International Economics from Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies

Philipp Portmann serves on Svarmi’s board, bringing first-hand experience in building a company from the ground up to over 1,000 employees. As co-founder of FE fundinfo, he helped transform a start-up into a global leader in financial data and technology, guiding its growth, operations, and international expansion. Philipp applies this scaling expertise to support Svarmi’s strategic development, helping position the company for sustainable growth while navigating the challenges and opportunities of an evolving global market.