Oslo Business Forum 2025

Agenda

Times are in GMT+2

Disclaimer: We reserve the right to make changes to the agenda.

VIP Sessions are for in-person VIP & Executive ticket holders only.

Main Stage

Networking Break

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09:30

Doors open

VIP Session

10:00 - 10:45

Main Stage | VIP Session with Marcus Buckingham

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Networking Break

11:00 - 12:00

Networking Area

Lunch & Impact Stage

Session 1

12:00 - 13:30

Main Stage

Future Trends: Staying Ahead in an Unpredictable World
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12:00

Opening Show

12:00

Opening Show

12:15 30 min
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Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience

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April Rinne
12:15 30 min

Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience

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April Rinne
12:45 45 min
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The Next Big Shift: Tech, Consumer, and Business Trends

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Scott Galloway
12:45 45 min

The Next Big Shift: Tech, Consumer, and Business Trends

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Scott Galloway

Networking Break

13:30 - 14:30

Networking Area

Servings & Impact Stage

Session 2

14:30 - 16:15

Main Stage

Culture: Building Cultures That Succeed in Change
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14:30 25 min
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Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation

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Diana Kander
14:30 25 min

Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation

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Diana Kander
15:00 20 min
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Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure

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Aksel Lund Svindal
15:00 20 min

Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure

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Aksel Lund Svindal
15:20 40 min
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Breaking the Rules: How Strengths Revolutionize Leadership

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Marcus Buckingham
15:20 40 min

Breaking the Rules: How Strengths Revolutionize Leadership

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Marcus Buckingham
16:00 15 min

Oslo Business Forum: 10 Years

16:00 15 min

Oslo Business Forum: 10 Years

Networking Program

16:15 - 21:00

Afterwork, Networking Evening & VIP Evening

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Wednesday, September 24

12:15 - 12:45

Main Stage

Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience

Adaptability is essential. April Rinne guides you in cultivating a "Flux Mindset," empowering you to embrace change and uncertainty. Here’s what you’ll learn: 

In this session you will:

  • Unlock the power of a Flux Mindset to transform how you view and respond to change.
  • Develop eight “flux superpowers” that challenge traditional leadership and success.
  • Learn to see change as a strategic advantage.
  • Gain tools to keep your organization resilient, even amid flux.
Wednesday, September 24

12:45 - 13:30

Main Stage

The Next Big Shift: Tech, Consumer, and Business Trends

Scott Galloway will reveal what will matter most for brands in the future. Here’s what you’ll gain: 

  • Key technologies and trends that will shape the coming decade.
  • Strategic pivots brands need to remain competitive.
  • The evolving landscape of leadership, marketing, and consumer behavior.

 

Wednesday, September 24

14:30 - 15:00

Main Stage

Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation

Diana Kander is a New York Times bestselling author, innovation consultant, and serial entrepreneur who believes growth starts with asking better questions. A Ukrainian refugee at age 8, she went on to sell millions in products by her early thirties. Today, she helps organizations worldwide spark innovation, transform culture, and future-proof strategies through curiosity. With bold storytelling and real-world cases (like lessons from Snoop Dogg’s reinvention), Diana shows that curiosity isn’t just a trait—it’s your greatest competitive edge.

In this session you will learn: 

Innovation doesn’t start with a strategy—it starts with curiosity. In this high-impact session, Diana will help you:

  • Integrating AI into business strategies while maintaining ethical accountability.
  • Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in leadership, education, and beyond.
  • Building a culture of innovation that aligns technology with human values.
Wednesday, September 24

15:00 - 15:20

Main Stage

Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure

In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to build and lead a team under pressure is critical. Aksel’s session will help you:

  • Understand the key elements of high-performing teams.
  • Explore strategies to maintain team morale and focus in challenging situations.
  • Develop a leadership style that combines strength, kindness, and accountability.
Wednesday, September 24

15:20 - 16:00

Main Stage

Breaking the Rules: How Strengths Revolutionize Leadership

In a world of falling trust and rising expectations, discover the missing leadership competency that fuels high performance, creativity, resilience, and advocacy:

  • How to design experiences that attract the best, and get the best from them.
  • How to deconstruct and operationalize the most powerful force in business.
  • The revolutionary leader playbook for creating high performance, creativity, resilience, and advocacy.
Thursday, September 25

10:05 - 10:30

Main Stage

Leading with Clarity in a Complex World

Leadership today isn’t just about managing teams—it’s about shaping the future. In this session, Bob Sternfels will share how to:

  • Develop a resilient leadership mindset that embraces complexity and uncertainty.
  • Build an organization-wide leadership pipeline to ensure long-term success.
  • Adapt your leadership style to be prepared to address the 21st century challenges we face.
Thursday, September 25

10:30 - 10:55

Main Stage

Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethical Leadership

In her thought-provoking session, Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethical Leadership, Priya will explore:

  • Integrating AI into business strategies while maintaining ethical accountability.
  • Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in leadership, education, and beyond.
  • Building a culture of innovation that aligns technology with human values.
Thursday, September 25

10:55 - 11:30

Main Stage

Future of Work: Best Practices for Navigating Generational Shifts

In 2025, the workplace is a melting pot of generations, each bringing unique perspectives and challenges. Dr. Filby’s session will help you:

  • Understand the generational trends shaping the future of work.
  • Explore practical strategies for managing and benefiting from generational diversity.
  • Develop leadership skills that resonate across age groups, fostering collaboration and innovation in your organization.
Thursday, September 25

12:45 - 12:50

Main Stage

How to Build a Strong Culture of Freedom and Belonging

In 2025, leadership is more about authenticity and connection than titles. Gianpiero’s session will help you:

  • Grasp the changing nature of leadership.
  • Discover what it means to lead well in your context.
  • Develop a leadership style that is effective and trustworthy.
Thursday, September 25

15:00 - 16:30

Main Stage

Building High-Performing Teams (Moderated Conversation)

When it comes to leadership, Simon Sinek is a name that stands out. As our most in-demand speaker, Simon has been hailed as "a visionary with unmatched insight." He’s the driving force behind the viral TED Talk on "Why," which has inspired over 60 million viewers to rethink leadership. His books, including Start with Why, Leaders Eat Last, and The Infinite Game, don’t just top bestseller lists—they’re transforming how leaders approach purpose, impact, and team dynamics.