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The power of external leadership in times of change
We spoke with Jerker Sjögren about his role as interim Transformation Officer at a private equity-owned fintech company in a critical growth phase. With extensive experience from Accenture, Skandia, and Spotify, Jerker combines strategic insight with strong execution skills. In our interview, he reflects on the role of an Interim Executive, key success factors in…
Leading Transformation Through Change – An Interview with Executive Interim CIO Christopher Woods
When Christopher Woods stepped into his first interim assignment at a global leader in packaging solutions, he entered an organization in the middle of transformation. The previous CIO had left for a new opportunity, and during the recruitment of a permanent successor, our client needed an experienced leader to ensure continuity, drive digital initiatives forward,…
Mexico’s turning point: Why Executive Interim Management is the future of leadership
As Mexico becomes an increasingly strategic player in global business, and companies are facing fast-paced changes that demand more agile and expert leadership. Interim Management is rising as a go-to solution. To learn more about this evolving trend, we spoke to Alexandra zu Ysenburg, Managing Partner of Ezentia Group in Mexico. With a background bridging…
Board Work in Transition – An Interview with Ulrika Danielsson
After a long and successful career as a CFO – most notably at the publicly listed real estate company Castellum – Ulrika Danielsson today focuses entirely on board work. With deep operational experience, strong business acumen, and a pragmatic approach to leadership, she plays a key role in helping companies navigate strategic decisions. We met…
“In change management, there are no shortcuts – you have to dare to take a stand”
Gun Nilsson has been at the centre of some of the Swedish business sector’s most transformative journeys – from crisis-stricken industrial companies to IPOs at major investment firms. With more than three decades in executive positions, she is now a sought-after board professional, serving on the boards of some of the Nordic region’s most well-known…
“You have to be brave to do what’s best for the company”
With over two decades of experience as an Executive Interim Manager in finance, Britt-Inger Lindahl has led critical transformation projects at some of Sweden’s most prominent companies. She has taken on complex assignments across industries – from manufacturing to publishing – always with the same mindset: as an Interim Professional, you commit fully, just as…
“Companies are the key to a sustainable future – but the right boards are required”
With a background in the oil and energy sector, aviation, finance, and technology, Helen Fasth Gillstedt has experience few can match. She has built her board career on a unique combination of financial expertise and social engagement – with a particular focus on ESG, corporate governance, and diversity. Today, she sits on the boards of,…
“Stepping into the middle of change takes courage – and that’s where I thrive”
With over 25 years of experience in finance, business development, and group management, Helena Wennerström has worked in companies in the midst of crises, led IPOs under extreme time pressure, and transformed companies through significant growth journeys. After a long career as CFO and Deputy CEO of global industrial corporations, she decided in 2024 to…
“Boards Must Dare to Think in Terms of Potential and Future Needs”
With a background as CEO of both Telia Sweden and Microsoft Sweden, as well as a long international career in telecom and tech, Hélène Barnekow is today an experienced and sought-after board professional. Her journey began with international studies in Lund, followed by her first job in Geneva, then multiple global companies, with her most…
