12May2025
by: Olivia Ojala
Creating a workplace where employees thrive—not just survive—requires a mindset shift. It means moving from transactional perks to transformational cultures. It means listening deeply, acting with care, and embedding well-being into the very structure of work. We dove into some […]
28Apr2025
by: Olivia Ojala
In a world where professionals are more mobile and organizations less stable, the role of culture has become more essential, and more misunderstood, than ever. Too often, culture is treated like a static blueprint: top-down, rigid, and resistant to change. […]
Businesses and people don’t have years to settle and adapt to new technologies and trends anymore—sometimes it feels like we barely get a week. Combined with the fact that remote and hybrid work has taken over workplaces, it can be […]
31May2024
by: Olivia Ojala
In a recent webinar hosted by Nordic Business Forum and Oslo Business Forum, Will Guidara discussed the nuances of “Unreasonable Hospitality” and its profound impact on businesses. As we are moving from a product economy toward a service economy, Will’s […]
Will Guidara is a big name in the hospitality industry, known for his innovative take on creating unforgettable dining experiences. As the co-owner of the world-famous Eleven Madison Park in New York City, he’s racked up numerous awards, including several […]
Talent development isn’t just a strategy; it’s an imperative to the success of organizations. Nurturing and developing talent empowers businesses to adapt to market changes, foster innovation, and maintain a competitive edge. In today’s dynamic business landscape, it is talent […]
Patrick Lencioni began his VIP session at NBF 2023 with an unusual request: “I love to be interrupted. I’m really more of a talker than a speaker, and I’m a consultant at heart. So if there’s something that you wanna […]
16Oct2023
Never underestimate the power you hold and the impact you can make was the message from Malala Yousafzai, the youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a prominent global advocate for female education, to the Nordic Business Forum 2023 attendees. “Change […]
As the founder of the neighborhood nursing, Buurtzorg, Jos de Blok has been pioneering a new approach to healthcare and leadership in general. Launched in 2006 with a team of four nurses, Buurtzorg now has more than 15,000 employees and […]
9Oct2023
Nicolai Tangen is a Norwegian hedge fund manager and philanthropist. Almost two decades ago, he founded AKO Capital, a British investment management fund, where he served as CEO and CIO until joining Norges Bank Investment Management three years ago. In […]
Sustainability expert Maryna Saprykina had to flee her hometown in eastern Ukraine nine years ago when it was occupied by Russia. A year and a half ago, she had to contend once again with Russian missiles raining down on her […]
Consider this scenario: You are given one of the most precious gifts in your life, but you never open it. Happily, Patrick Lencioni, a best-selling author and the co-founder and president of the Table Group, presented in the opening keynote […]
