Hans Christian Hellstern

Co-Owner of JM Band

Meet Hans Christian: The story behind one of the owners of JM Band

In 2021, Hans Christian acquired JM Band together with Thomas Brahe. His experience ranges from technical understanding of production processes to in-depth insights into customer-specific solutions that require a high degree of customisation. Some of his core competences are elaborated below.

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Competencies

  • Technical Project Management and Product Development:

    Hans Christian has evolved from managing sales and customer support to taking greater responsibility for project work and business development. His experience makes him particularly qualified to handle technically complex projects. When IT system integration or technical drawings are needed, Hans Christian steps in. His technical expertise ensures projects not only meet customer expectations but are also optimized for production capacity while leveraging technical possibilities.
    Hans Christian has significant expertise in:

    • IT Integrations: Especially when incorporating new systems or technologies like RFID or QR codes for customers.
    • Technical Drawings: His precision and attention to detail ensure that production-ready drawings are accurate and well-executed, reducing error margins and optimizing production time.

  • Advanced Products and Custom Solutions:

    One of Hans Christian's greatest strengths is his ability to handle advanced production orders requiring a deep understanding of both products and production technology. This makes him a specialist in customizing and developing products that demand specific solutions.
    Some of the products he excels in include:

    • Thermal Wristbands: Used in venues like swimming pools and hospitals. He ensures they are tailored for compatibility with existing systems, offering customers a cost-effective alternative to being locked into a single software provider.
    • Embossed Tokens: With a thorough understanding of machine precision, Hans Christian is the go-to expert for creating tokens with unique features. The embossing process demands precision and a clear understanding of machine capabilities.

  • Expertise in Production Machinery:

    Hans Christian has in-depth knowledge of JM Band's production machinery. This enables him to optimize machine performance, ensuring high productivity and low error margins. His detailed understanding of machine limitations allows him to advise customers on the best solutions for their needs and push the boundaries of what’s possible within production constraints.
    Examples of relevant products include:

    • JMB4+ Printers: Specialized printers requiring precise customization to deliver high-quality prints for clients.
    • Wristbands with QR and RFID Integration: Technologies like RFID and QR codes are increasingly demanded for access and security at modern events. Hans Christian has significant experience integrating these technologies, ensuring seamless functionality for clients.

Tradition and Innovation in Harmony

Hans Christian’s connection to the manufacturing world spans multiple generations, as the 5th generation in a family of independent manufacturers tracing back to his great-great-grandfather, Carl Nielsen, who founded Jydsk Emblem Fabrik in 1887. This heritage instills a deep understanding of the importance of quality and tradition. His background makes him not only technically proficient but also committed to maintaining high standards over time, ensuring JM Band remains a leader in access control solutions.
While rooted in tradition, Hans Christian is also a strong advocate for innovation and technological progress. His experiences in marketing and production from growing up in a Danish manufacturing company have equipped him with a unique ability to balance tradition and innovation. He integrates new technologies, such as RFID, into a production environment that emphasizes quality and meticulousness.

Customer Support and High-Level Advisory

In addition to his technical and production expertise, Hans Christian has extensive experience in customer support. For major projects, he is often the primary contact for clients, effectively translating customer needs into practical solutions that meet expectations.

Areas of Expertise

Hans Christian is JM Band's specialist in advanced products requiring customization and a deep understanding of the precise limitations and capabilities of production machinery. He is responsible for planning, project management, and coordinating the production of tailored solutions that require technical insight and standardized processes.
Key product areas include:

  • Thermal Wristbands: For events and other uses where durability and customization are critical.
  • Embossed Tokens: Manufactured with high precision to achieve detailed embossing and uniformity.
  • JMB4+ Printers: Custom-configured printers optimized for quality and precision.
  • Wristbands with QR Codes: Integration of QR technology in wristbands requiring accurate setup and production.
  • RFID Systems: Tailored RFID solutions integrated seamlessly into production.

Certifications:

Hans Christian has completed the following courses at Aarhus University, enhancing his expertise in business development, leadership, and strategy:

  • Strategy
  • Organizational Change and Leadership
  • Strategic Leadership: Psychology and Practice
  • Organizational Theory
  • HR Management and Development
  • Organizing and Leading Digitalization
  • Leadership, Management Strategy, and Business Ethics
  • Business Development with Information Systems
  • Strategy and Industrial Organization
  • Operations Management
  • International Business Law

These certifications support Hans Christian’s in-depth knowledge of strategic leadership, organizational change, and digitalization, applied daily in his project management and business development role at JM Band.

Background

Hometown: Aarhus
Education: MSc in Strategy, Organization, and Leadership from Aarhus University
Residences:

  • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • São Paulo, Brazil
  • Dongguan, China
  • Provence, France
  • Lisbon, Portugal
    Languages Spoken:
  • Danish
  • English
  • Portuguese
  • French
  • German
    Interests:
  • Personality Psychology
  • Business History
  • Cooking
  • Winter Swimming
  • Music and Art

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