Karl-Eric graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance & International Business as well as a minor in East Asian Studies. Upon graduation, he relocated to Hong Kong where he started an agency that sourced materials used in the production of toys and children’s books. From there he moved on to coordinating the export and sales of children’s books through the establishment of distribution joint–ventures in the following countries: China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and the Philippines.

After a decade in Asia, Karl-Eric returned to Montreal to work at Tormont Publications. Initially, his responsibilities centered on the acquisition and development of new book titles as well as collaborating on co-editions with Asian and European publishers. Later he was named Director of Operations.

In February 2003, he co-founded Simple Dream Publishing, a boutique publishing house specializing in home lifestyle titles, such as cooking and crafts.

In 2004, he completed the EMBA degree from the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania).

Karl-Eric started teaching Strategy at Royal Roads University in the summer of 2005. At convocation in June 2008, Karl-Eric was awarded the Professionalism and Dedication Award by the 2006 learners. This award is presented by the learners to the professor who inspired and challenged them the most.

Karl-Eric now lives in Victoria with his wife and three young children. He divides his time between enjoying life with his family, publishing and teaching.