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Executive Day - Denmark

Visionary Horizons, Radiant Transformations

Navigating Disruption and Change Successfully

Learn from the best

Inspire and be inspired

Global Landscape

How do you identify and assess the risks posed by geopolitical uncertainties? What are the strategies that businesses can use to thrive in turbulent times?

Artificial Intelligence

How do regulations impact the development and use of AI in businesses? How best to adapt and embrace new changes to maintain a competitive edge?

Sustainable Futures

How can the use of technology script the transformational narrative of climate change? What common strategies can businesses of different industries collaborate with for climate resilience?

Welcome to Executive Day!

In the present dynamic era, characterized by geopolitical uncertainties and economic trials, businesses find themselves at a crucial crossroads. As leaders navigate these unforgiving waters, the capacity to pinpoint risks, devise resilient strategies, and reinforce organizational robustness emerges as a foundational element of triumph. It all sums up in one question: are you ready to decode success in this era of uncertainty? Join us at Executive Day as we embark on a comprehensive exploration of the contemporary business climate and delve into strategies for leadership enhancement and business progression.

Agenda

11:30 – 13:00

Walk-in and Standing Lunch

13:00 – 13:15

Opening Words

13:15 – 14:00

Thriving in Turbulent Times: Unveiling Strategies in the Face of Geopolitical Uncertainties

Jeppe Kofod Executive Strategic Advisor and Former Minister for Foreign Affairs Denmark
  • Where do we go from here? The challenges and opportunities of the current global landscape
  • Identifying and managing risks: How do you identify and assess the risks posed by geopolitical uncertainties?
  • What are the strategies that businesses can use to thrive in turbulent times?

The current global landscape is characterized by a series of geopolitical uncertainties, encompassing various complex factors that span international conflicts, security concerns and shifting power dynamics. Amidst these challenges lies the opportunity for enterprises to not only weather the storm but also flourish. Adapting to this reality entails a strategic approach, involving the identification and management of risks, the formulation of robust contingency plans, and the fortification of organizational resilience – all of which have become indispensable components for long-term success.

14:00 – 14:20

Addressing Environmental Challenges: How Digitalization Enables Emission Avoidance

Alexander GĂĽhrer CCO & Director of Corporate Development TeamViewer Germany GmbH
In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, digitalization emerges as a transformative tool for emission avoidance. By harnessing advanced technologies, industries can optimize processes and reducing carbon footprints. Embracing digital solutions not only fosters sustainability but also paves the way towards a greener future for generations to come.
14:20 – 15:00

Coffee Break

15:00 – 15:30

Charting the Path Ahead: Plotting the Course Through the Economic Landscape

Las Olsen Chief Economist, Danske Bank A/S
  • Macro-economic outlook: the current landscape and what to expect in 2024
  • What are the impacts of economic factors on business decision-making?
  • Inflation and disruptions: How will the current trend impact the global markets and businesses?

The world economy is grappling with various hurdles, such as escalating inflation, disruptions in supply chains, and geopolitical tensions. These factors contribute to an atmosphere of instability and unpredictability, impacting businesses and markets alike. In response, staying well-informed about economic dynamics for you as a leader is crucial. This entails recognizing prevailing trends, assessing potential risks and opportunities, and discerning the ramifications for your business decision-making.

15:30 – 16:00

Shaping an Adaptive Enterprise: Capturing the AI Business Potential and Gearing for What is Next

Kenneth C. Kleissl AI Lead and Associate Digital Director, COWI A/S
  • Digital transformation through an AI revolution: Guiding an empowered, decentralised exploration.
  • First-hand experiences and hard-earned learnings from COWI’s embracement of AI.
  • Challenges of realising business value with responsible AI and preparing for the AI Act.
With the escalating importance of AI in business and in the wake of Generative AI’s breakout year, leadership teams are confronted with increasingly difficult crossroads veiled with enormous uncertainty. In changing times, it is paramount that organisations notch up their exploration activities and focus on their adaptation capabilities, as hesitation will bring progress to a risk-averse halt. Maneuvering successfully and ethically through these impending changes could prove pivotal for maintaining a competitive edge. This presentation from Kenneth C. Kleissl will share valuable learnings and first-hand experiences on how COWI matured and geared the organisation for adaptation and embraced the explorative mindset through a Group-wide Generative AI experiment – covering in the process culture, training, data ethics, and regulatory compliance including Europe Unions AI Act.
16:00 – 16:30

Coffee Break

16:30 – 17:15

Collective Strategies, Sustainable Futures: Driving Business Responses to Climate Changes

Line Storelvmo Holmberg Chief Information Officer, Digital Technology Solutions, Vestas Wind Systems A/S
Carsten Topholt Chief Financial Officer / Finansdirektør, TV 2, Danmark A/S
Mikael Geday CFO, Group Executive Vice President, Grundfos Holding A/S
Dorethe Nielsen Vice President of Corporate Environmental Strategy, Novo Nordisk

  • How can the use of technology script the transformational narrative of climate change?
  • What common strategies can businesses of different industries collaborate with for climate resilience?
  • What challenges do businesses encounter when collaborating for climate sustainability?
In the theater of climate change, businesses take the lead in scripting transformation. As extreme weather and shifting landscapes unfold, businesses emerge as protagonists of this narrative. While the challenge surpasses individual capacity, united businesses generate momentum that propels actions beyond isolated efforts. This collective commitment not only unifies purpose but also sparks the essential urgency for enterprises to make tangible strides against climate change.
17:15 – 19:30

Closing Words & Networking Dinner

Embark on a journey to the future.

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