At Linköping Science Park, we know that complex projects demand smart structures and proven methods. Our organisation provides processes and frameworks designed to help diverse partners work together - whether it’s an early-stage startup, a global industry leader, or a public authority. By combining practical tools with a collaborative approach, we make it possible to navigate complexity, align different perspectives, and drive innovation. No matter the scale or scope, we ensure that every partner can contribute and create impact together.
Our organization at Linköping Science Park is complex. We focus on many different areas and we work in many different projects. Although, all of our key processes align with the region’s strengths and focus areas.
Our key processes that we use to create value:
The framework “A Path to a Regional Flagship” has been developed as a support for actors who want to drive system-changing initiatives, contribute to societal transformation and sustainable growth.
To facilitate its use, there is a methodological support in the form of a handbook and a digital tool. Together, they help actors reflect on their capabilities, assess the potential of initiatives and create alignment around direction and goals.
The framework can be applied in different phases and provides support in taking the next step – from idea to regional flagship.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Lena Miranda has been the CEO of Linköping Science Park since 2014. She is also the vice chairman of the International Association of Science parks and areas of innovation, IASP. She has also served as chairman of the Swedish Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation for five years as well as a member of the Swedish Innovation Council led by the Prime minister of Sweden. Ms Miranda has a background in entrepreneurship. Before joining Linköping Science Park, Lena Miranda ran her own company for ten years and also worked for several years in startups in Sweden. Currently, she is very engaged in topics covering emerging innovation ecosystems, missions and system innovation.
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Fredrik Larsson is Chief Operating Officer at Linköping Science Park, where he leads the organization’s operational core – uniting projects, platforms, and cluster initiatives under one umbrella. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, communications, and strategic leadership across sectors such as consulting, banking, and insurance, Fredrik brings a broad and future-focused perspective to innovation-driven environments.
Since joining Linköping Science Park in 2017, Fredrik has played a key role in building the park’s visibility, brand architecture, and international reach. In his current role as COO, he is responsible for communication, international relations, investment promotion, and operational alignment. He also leads the park’s Impact Arena – a hub for driving cross-functional collaboration and societal impact.
The park’s initiatives span areas such as cybersecurity, AI, smart systems, and sustainable infrastructure – all tied to the mission of fostering ecosystems that promote technological progress and regional development. Through strategic leadership and an ability to connect the dots between vision and execution, Fredrik contributes to building the collaborative, knowledge-driven society of the future.
