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AGENDA 2025

19.3.2025

Starting 8AM EET - Helsinki, Tallin, Riga, Vilnius Time

Starting 7AM CET - Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen Time

The agenda will be carried out in English. 

8.00 (EET)

WE OPEN THE DOORS - WELCOME! 

  • Register and get your badge

  • Enjoy a light breakfast

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8.00 

CEO BRIEFING (Invite-only) 

9.00

OPENING REMARKS BY OUR MODERATORS

Peter Nyman

  • What to expect from the day

THEME 1: ACCELERATING BUSINESS

9.05

OPENING KEYNOTE

LEADING THE BUSINESS THROUGH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Daniel Vejsig Stephansen, VP, Head of Digital Transformation, Novo Nordisk (DK)

  • Building the foundation for digitally enabled business transformation

  • Making a clear link between strategy and the digital portfolio - always with clear business outcome in focus!

  • Executing the products, digital examples from the front-line


 

9.35

CASE

CULTURAL SHIFTS - Aligning legacy mindsets with digital transformation

  • What communication strategies and tools have proven effective in changing perceptions and fostering a digital culture?

  • What are some common pitfalls when attempting to shift cultural mindsets, and how can they be avoided?             

  • Examples of leadership techniques or strategies that have successfully shifted organizational culture towards embracing digital transformation

9.55

CASE

ACCELERATING THE BUSINESS THROUGH SECURITY PROGRESION

Jesper Olsen, Chief Security Officer, EMEA, Palo Alto Networks (DK)

  • Explore why digital transformations drive progressional change in culture, ownership, and accountability.

  • Understand what facilitates these changes and their impact on business flexibility and growth.

  • Learn how CIOs play a pivotal role in aligning business, delivery, and security strategies for a successful digital future.

  • Gain practical guidance, case examples, and actionable takeaways to accelerate your organization's progress.

10.15 

NETWORKING BREAK & COFFEE 


10.45

CASE 

ASSESSING AND ADVANCING YOUR ORGANIZATION´S READINESS FOR AI

Insights on evaluating and enhancing an organization’s readiness for AI through comprehensive assessment frameworks and models.

  • How can CIOs measure the current state of AI maturity within their organizations?

  • What foundational technologies must be in place for AI to be successfully integrated into existing systems?

  • What strategies can be used to scale AI initiatives while managing risks and maintaining control?

THEME 2: SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY EVOLUTION

 

11.05

PRESENTATION

TRANSFORMING COMPLIANCE INTO OPPORTUNITY - Harnessing CSRD requirements to drive Business Innovation and Growth

  • How can organizations interpret CSRD requirements as an opportunity rather than just a regulatory obligation?

  • What strategies can organizations adopt to leverage CSRD for competitive advantage?

11.25  

CASE

GREEN IT - Strategies for achieving sustainability in tech operations

  • Actionable steps for reducing the carbon footprint of IT departments and promoting sustainable practices.

  • What are the challenges and solutions associated with the lifecycle management of IT equipment?

  • How can IT departments influence and drive broader corporate sustainability goals?

11.45

LUNCH BREAK & NETWORKING

 

THEME 3: ENABLING GROWTH

12.45

KEYNOTE

TRANSFORMING ORGANIZATIONAL CAPABILITIES FOR GROWTH

Susanne Schistin, CIO of the year 2023, Global CIO, Ceva Logistics (FR)

13.15

CASE

OVERCOMING AI IMPLEMENTATION PARALYSIS

  

How to craft actionable and realistic AI implementation plans that navigate the complexities and risks of digital transformation.

 

  • What are the primary causes of implementation paralysis in large IT projects?                     

  • What tools and technologies are available to help CIOs monitor progress and maintain momentum in IT project implementation?                    

 

13.55

CASE

CONNECTING THE GAP BETWEEN BI AND AI

  • How can organizations integrate AI capabilities into their existing BI frameworks to enhance analytical outcomes? 

  • How can organizations enhance their data governance practices to support more                                ophisticated AI-driven analytics? 

  •  How does the synergy between AI and BI drive better business outcomes, and what are some quantifiable benefits that organizations have seen?

13.55

NETWORKING BREAK & COFFEE 

 


 14.25

DISCUSSION
NAVIGATING THE CEO-CIO DYNAMICS

Tita Nurmi, CIO, Nordkalk Corporation (FI) 

Marika Lindström, CIO, Paulig Group (FI)

  • How can CIOs ensure their technology strategy is clearly aligned with the business's financial and growth goals?

  • What are the essential qualities or skills that help CIOs gain the trust and respect of their CEOs?

  • What are CEOs now demanding in terms of business acumen, strategic input, and innovation from their CIOs?

14.50

KEYNOTE

DIGITAL SPIES

Ben Owen, Private Investigator, Cyber Spy, Head of Intelligence, Co-Founder, The OSINT Group (UK)

Danni Brooke, World Glass Investigation Expert, Author, Ex-Covert Police Officer, Co-Founder, The OSINT Group (UK)

  • Infiltrating a Top CIO's Digital Life
    Explore the methods and outcomes of a deep-dive investigation into a CIO’s digital footprint, illustrating vulnerabilities and preventative measures.

  • Behind-the-Scenes: Tracking an FBI Top 10 Fugitive Across Europe
    Gain insights into the use of advanced OSINT and physical investigative techniques in a high-stakes international manhunt.

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15.35-15.40

END OFF THE DAY REMARKS BY OUR MODERATORS

Peter Nyman & Jesse Kamras

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