Johan Mångsén

Over 25 years
of experience and expertise

As an award-winning creative leader and strategist, I am passionate about communication and brand experiences that lead to both commercial and emotional change. My work is guided by a holistic and transparent process: Discover. Define. Develop. Deliver.


With over 25 years of experience, I work at the intersection of brand strategy and creative expression. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading design and brand initiatives across a wide range of organisations — from B2B to B2C, listed companies to start-ups, banking and financial services, a global defence company, and even the small local vegan restaurant.


I am particularly drawn to organisations facing an inflection point in their brand journey.

I do my best work when I can lead with strategy, aesthetics, and creativity close to the business. I am experienced in change management involving multiple stakeholders, and I am comfortable taking on the roles of leader, challenger, motivator, advisor, and coach for both colleagues and external partners.


Simply put, I move freely across three closely connected areas, with emphasis shifting depending on the challenge: Strategy. Design. Communication.

Alongside my professional practice, I also lecture on brand, design, and marketing communication at Beckmans School of Design, Berghs SoC, and Forsbergs Skola.

What people say

Versatile and skilled


Johan is a versatile and super skilled designer and strategist. He is inspiring to work with, responsive and always delivers
at top level."


Calm and including


Johan has a calm, including and supporting approach to people that he works with and makes us want to do our best, at all times."



Creative and curious 


Johan’s creative curiosity inspires and maintains his ability to create strategies based on what is coming, not on what is already happening."


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