As Nordic life science continues to evolve in a more complex, digital and globally competitive landscape, the leadership capabilities required for the future are also changing.
This pre-event to NLS Days brings together leaders from across the Nordic life science sector to explore how diverse leadership and responsible use of AI can strengthen innovation, decision-making and organisational resilience.
When? Monday September 7th, 15:30-17:00
Where? NLS Days, Kistamässan (room E5), Arne Beurlings torg 5, 164 40 Kista, Sweden
Agenda
Moderated by Sarah Lidé, Co-founder and Board member, VILDA
15.30-15.35 Welcome and introduction
- Christina Lloyd, Chair, VILDA
- Lene Gerlach, Chair, WiLD Denmark
- Siri Torhaug, Director for Nordic collaborations and strategy, WiLD Norway
- Milla Koistinaho, Chair, WiLD Finland
15.35-15.50 Key findings from the Nordic White Paper
Lene Gerlach, Chair, WiLD Denmark
15.50-16.10 The impact of AI on the future of leadership
Nasim Bergman Farrokhnia, VILDA ambassador and Founder & CEO, Atiana Health
16.10-16.35 Panel discussion on the future of leadership in Nordic life science
Moderated by Christina Lloyd, Chair, VILDA
Confirmed panelists:
Emma Johnson, Senior Principal, M-Ventures, and Co-founder and board member of Invest in Equity
Evris Michalopoulos, General Manager, BMS Nordics, and Board member of the American Chamber of Commerce in Sweden
16.35-16.55 Table discussion
Key recommendations that matter the most to ensure that Nordic life science remains competitive and future-ready
17.00 End
Event details
The session will include insights from a Nordic white paper developed by VILDA, WiLD Denmark and WiLD Norway, perspectives on AI as both an opportunity and a challenge, and a panel discussion with senior voices from the sector. Participants will also take part in table discussions to translate the key themes into concrete takeaways for leadership in practice.
The event is jointly organised and hosted by VILDA, WiLD Denmark, and WiLD Norway.
Speakers
Sarah Lidé, moderator
boardmember, VILDA
Christina Östberg Lloyd
Lene Gerlach
Siri Torhaug
Milla Koistinaho
Nasim Bergman Farrokhnia
Emma Johnson
Evris Michalopoulos
Please note that this event is open only to registered participants of NLS Days 2026.
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