SelectionF upcoming events

Introduction to SelectionF (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Join us for an online introduction to SelectionF and discover a trusted network of accomplished female leaders, executives, and board members.
The session offers a chance to learn more about our community, our activities, and the value of connecting with like-minded women who are shaping leadership and governance across the Nordics.

Your hosts: Satu Yrjänen, Chair of SelectionF in Finland and Anette Holm, Chair of SelectionF in Denmark

How can companies and boards prepare for crises and contribute to Sweden’s civil defence? (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

In an increasingly uncertain security environment, civil defence is no longer solely a matter for public authorities. Businesses play a crucial role in strengthening society’s resilience during crises, heightened alert, and ultimately war. From supply chains and infrastructure to leadership and continuity planning, corporate preparedness is becoming an essential part of Sweden’s total defence.

Anna Starbrink will discuss the role of companies within Sweden’s civil defence, the evolving expectations on the private sector, and how boards and business leaders can contribute to a more resilient society in times of crisis and conflict.

About the Swedish Civil Defence Agency and Anna Starbrink:

Anna Starbrink is Director General of the Swedish Civil Defence Agency (MCF). The agency is responsible for strengthening Sweden’s civil defence and supporting society’s preparedness for crises, heightened alert, and war. Anna has extensive experience from leadership roles in both public administration and politics, with a longstanding focus on healthcare, security, and societal resilience.

The event will be held in Swedish.

Participation in the first two events is free of charge. By registering for a third event in SelectionF, you will automatically be enrolled as a member and invoiced for a 12-month membership period

Creative Intelligence - NORDIC online workshop (2 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Why your unique way of thinking is a strategic asset in executive management and the boardroom

When it comes to diversity in executive management and the boardroom, the evidence is clear: diverse leadership teams make better decisions, challenge blind spots and strengthen business performance.

Yet too many leadership teams still lack one of the most important forms of diversity: cognitive diversity - the different ways people think, solve problems, spot risks and create opportunities.

This interactive workshop will help you understand why your unique way of thinking is not just valuable, but a strategic asset. You will gain fresh, powerful arguments that move the diversity conversation beyond traditional gender-based perspectives and into the boardroom’s core agenda: better decisions, stronger governance and future-ready businesses.

Combining Matthew Syed’s team of clones model with the Creative ID™ psychometric tool, the workshop explores:

• What cognitive diversity is, what it looks like in practice, and why it matters
• How creative intelligence brings cognitive diversity to life and makes it actionable
• Why cognitive diversity is essential in executive management and the boardroom
• How different thinking styles can strengthen decision-making, innovation and business resilience

The workshop is hosted by Hanne Kristiansen, Creative ID™, and Astrid Jørgensen, consultant and board professional.

Bio – Hanne Kristiansen

Hanne Kristiansen is a people-obsessed corporate innovator who is on a mission to make the world of work a more human, agile and inclusive place to be. She spent the first half of her career working in innovation for Diageo, McVitie’s and latterly Kellogg’s where she was Head of European Innovation. Since 2007, Hanne has collaborated with The University of Sheffield (UK) to develop Creative ID™, a research-based psychometric tool which puts creative intelligence within reach of everyone, not just the lucky few!

Bio – Astrid Jørgensen

Astrid Jørgensen´s professional portfolio consists of roles as consultant, board professional, facilitator and interim C-level roles (e.g. CEO, CCO). She specialises in subscription based business models, both BtC and BtB and holds experience from interim C-level positions drawing on P&L experince (CEO and CCO). She loves helping professionals unlock the powers of strategic networking.

She draws on 17 years of subscription experience from JP/Politikens Hus and Bonnier Publications. Board member and interim CEO (spring 2026) at A4 Medier. Interim CEO Ungdomsøen May 2026 - January 2027. Former Commercial Director at Politiken and Chair of the Board, Monitormedier.

Only open to MEMBERS of SelectionF.

Masterclass on managing takeover bids (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

When the Takeover Call Comes, Will You Be Ready?

Boardroom dynamics change fast when a takeover attempt is on the table. Governance and strategy collide — and every decision carries consequences for the company's future. What should you do if shareholders push for a deal you're not sure about? When confidential information starts leaking at the worst moment? How do you efficiently work with advisors and other stakeholders?

The dilemmas that arise in a takeover process are rarely black or white, and they put the board's fiduciary duties to the test.

At our upcoming SelectionF event, Andreas Dalhäll from EY joins Sofie Bjärtun and Linnéa Dolk from Vinge for an honest, behind-closed-doors conversation about responsibility, risk, and what it really takes to navigate the line of fire. Don't miss it.

Linnéa and Sofie are partners in Vinge’s Capital Markets and Public M&A team. They both regularly advise boards and offerors in connection with public takeovers. Sofie is also a member of the Swedish Securities Council (Aktiemarknadsnämnden) which issues rulings within the takeover field. Andreas is a partner at EY and has been working with capital markets transactions since he joined the firm, in 2007.

Participation in the first two events is free of charge. By registering for a third event in SelectionF, you will automatically be enrolled as a member and invoiced for a 12-month membership period.