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From CFO to board professional –
Eva Nilsagård on leadership, transformation and executive interim managementWith a career spanning senior roles in finance, strategy, and business development at companies such as Volvo, AstraTech, and SKF, as well as experience as a CFO, board director and interim manager, Eva Nilsagård has developed a broad understanding of what it takes to lead and develop businesses through change. Today, she serves on the…
Nordic Interim enters its next growth phase with new majority owner and Managing Partner
We are pleased to share that Nordic Interim Sweden AB, part of Valtus Group, is taking an important step forward in its growth journey, with Polaris Equity as the new majority owner in spring 2026. This investment confirms the strength of our offering and provides an even stronger foundation for continued growth across the Nordics.…
“You must be willing to change things quickly — But always with empathy”: Henrik Norlén on his assignment as interim CEO of Absolent Air Care Group
Absolent Air Care Group is a global provider of advanced air filtration solutions, operating across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company delivers filtration systems to the manufacturing industry, where processes such as welding, grinding, and machining require clean and safe air, as well as premium ventilation solutions for commercial kitchens and world-class restaurants. With…
“Trust is not something you are given – It is something you earn”
Kristina Jarring Lilja is a seasoned board professional who has made trust her hallmark. With a solid background as a CEO and more than 15 years of experience serving on various boards, she has dedicated her career to building what she calls trust capital. She is also the author of the book Trust: A Company’s…
Shaping the next 25 years of pharma, worldwide
Author: Alexandra Laraba , Valtus France The certainties that defined the pharmaceutical industry for decades are giving way to a more complex, more competitive, and more global landscape. Long-standing assumptions around pricing, scale, and supply chains are being challenged by US pricing reforms, geopolitical fragmentation, rising Asian innovation hubs, and escalating R&D costs. At the…
“Culture is contagious – For better and worse”. Kajsa Hessel, CEO of Svensk Byggtjänst, on leadership, transformation, and the courage to make uncomfortable decisions
Kajsa Hessel is not a typical construction industry profile. With a background in behavioural science and HRM, she came to the community building sector via a detour – and found her industry. Since 2021, she has been the CEO of Svensk Byggtjänst (Swedish Construction Service), an independent knowledge hub founded in 1934, working to promote…
He came to fix the culture.
He stayed to double the businessWith a 25-year career forged in the building, construction, and factory industries, Odd Sund is a seasoned leader known for steering companies through significant change. Having held Managing Director roles at companies like Llentab and Ramirent Norway, he has built a reputation for delivering rapid, lasting results. After initially joining Adapteo Norway as an interim…
Shaping the Next 25 Years of Defence across Europe
Author: Alexandra Laraba Europe’s defence sector is facing a rapidly evolving threat landscape. EU defence spending reached €343 billion in 2024, up 19% year-on-year. Defence investment also increased from €51 billion in 2021 to €106 billion in 2024, a record-breaking level. This surge reflects the scale and speed of Europe’s rearmament, marking a clear break…
“Don’t be afraid to try”
In a world where private equity investments are measured in rapid value creation and clear timeframes, there is no room to wait. Every month, every decision counts. Perhaps the most critical factor for success is leadership, having the right person in the right place at the right time. But what happens when a key person…
