Agenda
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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
VIP
Doors open: 09:30 VIP Pass / 10:30 Conference Pass
VIP Session
10:00 - 10:45Main Stage | VIP Session with Marcus Buckingham
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VIP Session: Breaking the Rules - How Strengths Revolutionize Leadership

VIP Session: Breaking the Rules - How Strengths Revolutionize Leadership

Networking Break
10:45 - 12:00Networking Area
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Beyond the Garage: Unlocking Oslo's Entrepreneurial Potential

Beyond the Garage: Unlocking Oslo's Entrepreneurial Potential





Building Readiness for the Unknown

Building Readiness for the Unknown



Session 1
12:00 - 13:30Main Stage
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Opening Show and Opening Remarks*
Opening Show and Opening Remarks*
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Staying Ahead in an Unpredictable World
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Staying Ahead in an Unpredictable World
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Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience

Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience

Networking Break
13:30 - 14:30Networking Area
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Moderated Conversation with Yama Wolasmal

Moderated Conversation with Yama Wolasmal



Why National Security is Business Security

Why National Security is Business Security


Session 2
14:30 - 16:15Main Stage
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Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation
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Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation
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Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure

Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure


How the World's Best Leaders Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business

How the World's Best Leaders Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business

Oslo Business Forum: 10 Years
Oslo Business Forum: 10 Years
Networking Program
16:15 - 21:30Afterwork & VIP Evening
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Afterwork – Powered by PowerOffice

Afterwork – Powered by PowerOffice
VIP Evening – Ekeberg Restaurant

VIP Evening – Ekeberg Restaurant
Doors open: 08:00 VIP Pass / 09:00 Conference Pass
VIP Session
08:30 - 09:20Main Stage | VIP Session with Gianpiero Petriglieri
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VIP Session: How to Build a Strong Culture of Freedom and Belonging

VIP Session: How to Build a Strong Culture of Freedom and Belonging

Networking Break
09:20 - 10:00Networking Area
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Are You Keeping the Right People?

Are You Keeping the Right People?




Future Readiness: From Strategy to Human Impact

Future Readiness: From Strategy to Human Impact


Session 3
10:00 - 11:30Main Stage
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Leading with Clarity in a Complex World

Leading with Clarity in a Complex World


Artificial Intelligence - Everything, everywhere, all at once

Artificial Intelligence - Everything, everywhere, all at once


Future of Work: Best Practices for Navigating Generational Shifts

Future of Work: Best Practices for Navigating Generational Shifts

Networking Break
11:30 - 12:45Networking Area
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Activating the Next Generation

Activating the Next Generation


Welcome to the Revolution: AI from Rapid Change to Lasting Impact

Welcome to the Revolution: AI from Rapid Change to Lasting Impact



Norway 2040

Norway 2040


Session 4
12:45 - 14:15Main Stage
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Next Era Leadership

Next Era Leadership


Bringing Leadership to Life

Bringing Leadership to Life


Launch of Oslo Business Forum 2026

Launch of Oslo Business Forum 2026

Networking Break
14:15 - 15:00Networking Area
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7 Trillion Reasons to Rethink Your Business Model

7 Trillion Reasons to Rethink Your Business Model


From Startup to Global Explorer

From Startup to Global Explorer

Session 5
15:00 - 16:00Main Stage
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Building High-Performing Teams (moderated conversation)

Building High-Performing Teams (moderated conversation)

12:15 - 12:45
Main Stage
Staying Ahead in an Unpredictable World
Leadership today requires a sharp ability to decode uncertainty and transform volatility into opportunity. In this transformative session, Dr. Malmgren will show you how to:
- Use geopolitics as a practical tool for shaping resilient business strategies.
- Identify early signals across markets, technology, and security that reveal what’s coming next.
- Harness innovation at the intersections of policy, technology, and leadership to build future-ready organizations.
12:55 - 13:20
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Navigating Uncertainty & Building Future Resilience
Adaptability is essential. April Rinne guides you in cultivating a "Flux Mindset," empowering you to embrace change and uncertainty. Here’s what you’ll learn:
In this session you will:
- Unlock the power of a Flux Mindset to transform how you view and respond to change.
- Develop eight “flux superpowers” that challenge traditional leadership and success.
- Learn to see change as a strategic advantage.
- Gain tools to keep your organization resilient, even amid flux.
14:30 - 15:00
Main Stage
Simple Questions to Unlock Innovation
Diana Kander is a New York Times bestselling author, innovation consultant, and serial entrepreneur who believes growth starts with asking better questions. A Ukrainian refugee at age 8, she went on to sell millions in products by her early thirties. Today, she helps organizations worldwide spark innovation, transform culture, and future-proof strategies through curiosity. With bold storytelling and real-world cases (like lessons from Snoop Dogg’s reinvention), Diana shows that curiosity isn’t just a trait—it’s your greatest competitive edge.
In this session you will learn:
Innovation doesn’t start with a strategy—it starts with curiosity. In this high-impact session, Diana will help you:
- Integrating AI into business strategies while maintaining ethical accountability.
- Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in leadership, education, and beyond.
- Building a culture of innovation that aligns technology with human values.
15:00 - 15:20
Main Stage
Building Winning Teams Under High Pressure
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to build and lead a team under pressure is critical. Aksel’s session will help you:
- Understand the key elements of high-performing teams.
- Explore strategies to maintain team morale and focus in challenging situations.
- Develop a leadership style that combines strength, kindness, and accountability.
15:25 - 15:55
Main Stage
How the World's Best Leaders Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business
In a world of falling trust and rising expectations, discover the missing leadership competency that fuels high performance, creativity, resilience, and advocacy:
- How to design employee experiences that directly drive performance and loyalty
- Discover the hidden and unexpected driver of exceptional performance
- Learn the elements of a leadership playbook for building resilient, high-performing cultures
10:05 - 10:30
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Leading with Clarity in a Complex World
Leadership today isn’t just about managing teams—it’s about shaping the future. In this session, Bob Sternfels will share how to:
- Develop a resilient leadership mindset that embraces complexity and uncertainty.
- Build an organization-wide leadership pipeline to ensure long-term success.
- Adapt your leadership style to be prepared to address the 21st century challenges we face.
10:30 - 10:55
Main Stage
Artificial Intelligence - Everything, everywhere, all at once
In her thought-provoking session, Priya will explore:
- Integrating AI into business strategies while maintaining accountability.
- Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in leadership, education, and beyond.
- Building a culture of innovation that aligns technology with human values.
10:55 - 11:30
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Future of Work: Best Practices for Navigating Generational Shifts
In 2025, the workplace is a melting pot of generations, each bringing unique perspectives and challenges. Dr. Filby’s session will help you:
- Understand the generational trends shaping the future of work.
- Explore practical strategies for managing and benefiting from generational diversity.
- Develop leadership skills that resonate across age groups, fostering collaboration and innovation in your organization.
12:45 - 13:20
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Next Era Leadership
Leadership today is not about bureaucracy—it’s about humanity, strategic courage, and exponential thinking.
Terence’s session will help you:
In this session you will learn:
- Turn disruption into a tailwind for value creation and resilience.
- Build a future-ready muscle in the age of AI and co-intelligence.
- Create a new leadership playbook based on courage, creativity, and trust.
13:20 - 14:00
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Bringing Leadership to Life
In 2025, leadership is more about authenticity and connection than titles. Gianpiero’s session will help you:
- Grasp the changing nature of leadership.
- Discover what it means to lead well in your context.
- Develop a leadership style that is effective and trustworthy.
15:00 - 16:00
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Building High-Performing Teams (moderated conversation)
When it comes to leadership, Simon Sinek is a name that stands out. As our most in-demand speaker, Simon has been hailed as "a visionary with unmatched insight." He’s the driving force behind the viral TED Talk on "Why," which has inspired over 60 million viewers to rethink leadership. His books, including Start with Why, Leaders Eat Last, and The Infinite Game, don’t just top bestseller lists—they’re transforming how leaders approach purpose, impact, and team dynamics.