Lars-Åke Severin founded PSU in 2006. With more than 20 years of experience in China, he advises international organisations on risk management, security, and compliance matters. He previously served for 17 years as a police officer with the Swedish Police and the Swedish Security Service (Säpo), where he also established the Close Protection Team for Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess of Sweden.

In addition, Lars-Åke has held senior leadership roles as Chairman of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China and as a member of the Supervisory Board of the European Union Chamber of Commerce. He also brings extensive experience as a Legal Representative and Board Director for multinational industrial and energy companies.