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A big thank you to everyone who joined our network gathering at RISE in Borås! It was a highly appreciated visit filled with inspiration, networking, and engaging conversations. During the day, we gained unique insights into how RISE contributes to strengthening Sweden’s competitiveness and driving innovation in close collaboration with industry and society. A special thank you to Malin Frenning (RD04), CEO of RISE; Monika Fuller (RD26), VP; and Martin Bjerling , Head of Me

At a time marked by a shifting security landscape and an increasingly complex world, we gathered for a company visit to Securitas - one of the world’s leading providers of security services, intelligent protection solutions, and risk management. During the afternoon, we gained unique insights into how Securitas is working with the future of security. Through concrete examples, they demonstrated how strategy is translated into practice, and how technology, analytics, and inte

Former Spader Ess participant says: ”An incredible privilege to have access to this network of wise, ambitious, and generous women who are also committed to developing their careers. It has given me inspiration and new perspectives.” Wictoria Bondesson Unit Manager Business & Development LRF - Lantbrukarnas Riksförbund

At our most recent network gathering, we explored one of the most strategic issues of our time: critical raw materials and their significance for geopolitics, electrification, and Sweden’s competitiveness. At a time when demand for lithium, rare earth elements, and other innovation-critical metals is rapidly increasing, knowledge of these resources is becoming ever more important - not least for the business community. We had the privilege of listening to Eva Krutmeijer (RD02

Together with the Spader Ess Business Network, we had the opportunity to gain inspiring insights into Gunnebo’s work with global leadership and business development. We were given valuable perspectives on how to lead and develop a global organization in a time characterized by change and increasing demands for both performance and long-term sustainability. The discussions were marked by openness, generosity, and a strong willingness to share experiences - something that made

Former Spader Ess participant says: "Spader Ess har equipped me with valuable tools and insights that have strengthened me both professionally and personally. Above all, the program has served as a springboard and provided me with an invaluable network within Swedish business life."

A warm thank you to Christina Rångemark Åkerman , RD00, member of Gilde Healthcare’s Impact Council and board member of Norrsken Mind, for a truly inspiring, engaging, and insightful networking event. With her impressive background spanning ICHOM and Harvard Business School to Läkemedelsverket, the European Medicines Agency, and AstraZeneca, Christina generously shared experiences that connect healthcare, health, and leadership through a clear and holistic perspective. Her pa

Previous participants in Spader Ess say: "The Spader Ess year has given me a sense of belonging I was missing, as well as personal and professional growth, with insights for life"

Many thanks to Kina Wileke , Executive Vice President Group Communication and Chair of the Board of World of Volvo, who generously shared her insights, experiences and perspectives on leadership - clearly, inspiringly and with great presence. Kina took us through her leadership journey and shared the lessons that have shaped her, as well as the principles she still leads by today. She began her career at TV4 during the company’s start-up phase - an environment marked by entre

AI is no longer the future – it is happening here and now. At our digital networking session, we gained sharp insights from Peter...

Press Release Stockholm, 28 May 2025 Royal Order of Knighthood Awarded to Ruter Dam Founder Gunilla Arhén On Wednesday evening, Gunilla...

Gunilla, who founded Ruter Dam and served as CEO for over 30 years, has been awarded the title of Commander of the Order of Vasa – “for...