27 November, 08:30 - 18:00
How do we lead with courage, clarity, and confidence in disruptive times? As global uncertainty intensifies — driven by shifting geopolitics, environmental urgency, supply chain vulnerabilities, and fast-evolving technology — this question has never been more critical.
At this year’s Outer Thinking, we’ll break away from the expected and explore new ways of leadership, decision-making, and partnerships, as bold thinking becomes the new imperative. Through thought-provoking discussions and ground-breaking insights, you’ll gain the tools to stay resilient and inspire collective action in a world that demands more.
Join us for a day of transformative ideas and meaningful connections. Be a part of Outer Thinking.
About Outer Thinking
At Outer Thinking, we don't just encourage thinking outside the box - we challenge you to move entirely beyond it.
This full-day conference offers a thought-provoking and contemporary exploration of leadership, bringing together an inspiring assembly of 200+ business leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians, and academics from both Sweden and the UK.
Master and Mistress of Ceremonies
Nik Gowing was the main news presenter for BBC World News (1996-2014), and he has 35 years of analytical experience in diplomacy, defence and international security. In 2018 Nik Gowing, along with Chris Langdon, released the book Thinking the Unthinkable: A new imperative for leadership in the digital age.
Master and Mistress of Ceremonies
Hélène Barnekow has 30 years of experience from the tech industry. Currently a partner of Gaia Leadership and part of the board of Directors of GN Store Nord A/S , Handelsbanken AB and the chair of Mindler AB and Storytel AB. She is also the Vice Chair of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK. Hélène has been the CEO of Microsoft Sweden, between 2018 and 2022 and prior to that she was the CEO of Telia Sweden. Before moving to Stockholm she was based in Boston USA and held the position as SVP Global Field & Partner Marketing at EMC. She has also been assigned several leadership roles at Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications. During her career she has been awarded several awards and recognitions for her excellent leadership and her impact across companies and society. In August 2019, Hélène launched her first book, Re:start, about values-based leadership in a ever changing world.” In November 2023, the book had its international launch as the book became available in English under the name “Power with Meaning”.
Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle St, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, W1S 4BS
Bookings are non-refundable, but at the discretion of the organiser, you can change the name of the person attending. For this, please contact events@scc.org.uk.
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