THE HUMAN EDGE
16 - 17 SEPTEMBER
This year's theme
The Human Edge
The Human Edge is about unlocking the strengths that no machine can replicate. In an era of disruption, leaders and organizations must lean on creativity, courage, trust, and resilience to thrive. It’s about the human capacity to inspire, to adapt with grit, and to shape cultures where people and ideas can flourish.
At OBF 2026, we will explore how to harness this human edge to lead with clarity in complexity, to build trust in a digital-first world, and to create organizations that are not only innovative, but meaningful. This is where human ingenuity meets technology.
This is where the true future of leadership is defined.
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SPEAKERS
Steven Bartlett
Europe’s most influential young entrepreneur and podcaster, is redefining what it means to be a modern CEO – authentic, fearless, and relentlessly human.
'Brand, People, and Mindset: Lessons from the Modern CEO'
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Angela Duckworth
Leading psychologist and bestselling author of Grit. Her research proves that perseverance and passion matter more than talent in driving long-term success.
'The Grit Factor: Why Human Character Still Wins'
Seth Godin
Marketing icon and author of 22 bestselling books in 39 languages. A visionary thinker redefining leadership, creativity, and the human work that truly matters.
'What Makes You Irreplaceable: The Human Work That Matters'
Patty McCord
Culture pioneer and former Netflix Chief Talent Officer. Author of Powerful, Patty champions candor, freedom, and responsibility as the keys to high performance.
'The Human Culture: Performance, Candor and Respect'
Steven Van Belleghem
Global customer experience strategist and bestselling author, showing how digital innovation and human empathy create customer-obsessed companies that thrive.
'Customer Obsession as a Growth Strategy'
Rahaf Harfoush
Digital anthropologist and bestselling author, revealing how culture, technology, and human well-being must align to end burnout and unlock creativity.
'Burnout Is Not a Badge of Honor: Redefining Human Capacity'
Gary Hamel
One of the world’s most influential management thinkers. A bold voice challenging leaders to reinvent organizations for vitality, resilience, and long-term competitiveness.
'Vitality: Building the Ultimate Advantage'
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Shawn Kanungo
AI and innovation authority, bestselling author, and former Deloitte advisor. Shawn delivers clear insights on how leaders can rethink their companies in a world shaped by autonomous AI.
'Innovation in a World of AI'
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Oslo Business Forum 2026
Agenda
Times are in GMT+2
Disclaimer: We reserve the right to make changes to the agenda.
VIP Sessions are for in-person VIP & Executive ticket holders only.
Main Stage
Networking Break
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09:30
Doors open: 09:30 VIP Pass / 10:30 Conference Pass
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10:00 - 11:00Main Stage | VIP Session with Gary Hamel
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Networking Break
11:00 - 12:00Networking Area
Lunch & Impact Stage
Networking Break
13:30 - 14:30Networking Area
Servings & Impact Stage
Session 2
14:30 - 16:15Main Stage
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Networking Program
16:15 - 21:30Afterwork & VIP Evening
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08:00
Doors open: 08:00 VIP Pass / 09:00 Conference Pass
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08:30 - 09:15Main Stage | VIP Session with Steven Van Belleghem
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Session 3
10:00 - 11:30Main Stage
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Session 4
12:45 - 14:10Main Stage
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Session 5
15:00 - 16:15Main Stage
Performance: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Team
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