Courageous Leadership
25 - 26 SEPTEMBER, 2024
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This year's theme
Courageous Leadership
As a leader you have to be positive and brave, even if times are uncertain or even chaotic. You have to solve complex problems that nobody else has been able to solve. You have to be forward thinking, even without knowing how the future will be.
This resilience is the true spirit of leadership - turning tough times into opportunities. It's not just about handling risks; it's about welcoming change, imagining the future, and leading the way where others are hesitant to go.
We need leaders like you who dare to innovate, disrupt, and make a difference. It's a call for courageous leadership.
Be Bold. Be Courageous. Be There.
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CEO, Ferd AS
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SPEAKERS
Adam Grant
Organizational psychologist at Wharton, author of 'Think Again' and host of the podcasts WorkLife & Re:Thinking. Ranked as the #2 World Management Thinker.
'Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things'
Brené Brown
Research professor at the University of Houston, author of six #1 NYT bestsellers, and one of the world's top 5 most viewed TED talks.
'What Does It Mean to Dare to Lead'
Mo Gawdat
Former Chief Business Officer of Google X, and Chief AI Officer of Flight Story. Author of ‘Scary Smart’, one of the earliest books written on the dangers of unregulated AI.
‘The AI Dilemma: Navigating Ethics in the Age of Innovation’
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Sanna Marin
Former Prime Minister of Finland, Sanna Marin was appointed at the age of 34 and served as the youngest Prime Minister in the world at that time.
'The New Era of Leadership'
Ole Gunnar Solskjær
Former player and Manager, Manchester United (2018-2021)
'Mastering the Game: Lessons in Leadership and Talent Development'
Howard Yu
LEGO® Professor of Management and Innovation at the prestigious IMD in Switzerland. Ranked as one of the world's 50 most influential management thinkers.
'Creating a Future-Proof Organization'
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Erin Meyer
INSEAD Professor of Organizational Behavior, best-selling author of 'No Rules Rules' and 'The Culture Map'. Ranked among the world's top 50 leadership thinkers.
'How to Develop Innovative Multicultural Companies'
Peter Hinssen
One of the most sought-after thought leaders in radical innovation, leadership, and the impact of digital trends on society and business. Lecturer at London Business School and MIT.
'Navigating Radical Innovation'
Sahar Hashemi
One of the most engaging thought leaders on entrepreneurship and innovation in business. Co-founder of Coffee Republic and a best-selling author. Advisor on fostering creativity and innovation.
'Unlocking Start-up Culture in Big Business'
Morten Hansen
Management Professor at the University of California, Berkeley and author, Morten is one of the world's most influential thinkers and experts in management performance.
'The Disciplines of Courageous Leaders'
Mikko Hyppönen
Hyppönen is a global security authority and Chief Research Officer at WithSecure. Significantly, he serves on the EUROPOL advisory board, emphasizing his key role in European security.
'Why AI is Redefining Leadership'
Lillian Gjerulf Kretz
Lillian is a distinguished Danish journalist and former U.S. correspondent for DR, Denmark's Broadcasting Corporation.
Moderator Main Stage