PROGRAM

Jannicke Mikkelsen

Jannicke Mikkelsen, Norges første astronaut og prisvinnende filmfotograf som nå er Vehicle Commander for SpaceX sin Fram2-polferd, samt administrerende direktør for teknologiselskapet O2XR, begeistret nylig publikum på Oslo Tech Show som hovedtaler. Hun kombinerer unik erfaring innen filmproduksjon i verdensrommet, avansert immersiv teknologi og grenseløs historiefortelling – og tente virkelig scenen med sin inspirasjon og visjon.

Jannicke Mikkelsen, Norway’s first astronaut and an award-winning cinematographer, is currently the Vehicle Commander for SpaceX’s Fram2 polar mission and CEO of the technology company O2XR. She recently captivated audiences at Oslo Tech Show as a keynote speaker, combining her unique experience in space filmmaking, advanced immersive technology, and boundary-breaking storytelling — truly lighting up the stage with her inspiration and vision.

Silvija Seres

Silvija Seres er en uavhengig investor, entreprenør og styreprofesjonell med bred internasjonal erfaring innen vitenskap, teknologi og strategisk forretningsutvikling. Hun har hatt lederroller i globale teknologiselskaper. Karrieren hennes inkluderer stillingen som Director of Business Management i Microsoft og som foreleser i matematikk ved University of Oxford. Hun er allment anerkjent som foredragsholder og rådgiver innen digital transformasjon, kunstig intelligens og systemledelse.

Silvija Seres is an independent investor, entrepreneur, and board professional with broad international experience in science, technology, and strategic business development. She has held leadership roles across global tech companies. Her career includes serving as Director of Business Management at Microsoft and lecturing in mathematics at the University of Oxford. She is widely recognised as a speaker and advisor on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and systems leadership.

Yngvar Ugland

Yngvar Ugland er en kjent teknologileder i DNB Emerging Business Technology. Han er anerkjent som en av Norges fremste teknologiprofiler og ble nylig kåret til Nordic AI Professional of the Year. Yngvar er medforfatter av flere bøker og har vært Professor II ved Norges Handelshøyskole (NHH) i Bergen. Han holder for tiden på med en industriell doktorgrad i kunstig intelligens ved NTNU, og er forfatter av den kommende boken “The Moonshots Method.”

Yngvar Ugland is a renowned technology leader at DNB Emerging Business Technology. Recognised as one of Norway’s foremost tech profiles, he was recently named Nordic AI Professional of the Year. Yngvar is co-author of several books and has served as an Adjunct Professor at the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) in Bergen. He is currently pursuing an industrial PhD in artificial intelligence at NTNU and is the author of the upcoming book The Moonshots Method.

Rune Simensen, Direktør for teknologi og e-helse i Helse Sør-Øst RHF

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Terje Wistner, Deputy Director General and Head of eHealth, KS

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Cathrine M. Lofthus, Helsedirektør, Helsedirektoratet

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Kristian Eilertsen, helsepolitisk talsperson, Stortinget - Fremskrittspartiet

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Lill Sverresdatter Larsen, Förbundsleder, Sykepleierforbund

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Monika Knudsen Gullslett, Professor, NSE og USN

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Pål Nystuen, Psykologspesialist, PhD og leder ved digital poliklinkk, Sykehuset Vestfold

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Eivind Engebretsen, Professor PhD, University of Oslo & Dean of the Circle U

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Anne-Karin Rime, President, Legeforeningen

President i Den norske legeforening siden 2021

Lucie Aunan, Divisjonsdirektør digital transformasjon, Helsedirektoratet

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Nina Kongshaug, Medisinsk direktør, Helseplattformen

Nina Kongshaug, medisinsk direktør i Helseplattformen, er utdannet lege fra NTNU og har lang erfaring som kreftlege og forsker ved St Olavs hospital/NTNU. Hun har et sterkt engasjement for utvikling og forbedring av helsetjenesten og ser store muligheter i hvordan Helseplattformen kan bidra til dette gjennom endring, innovasjon, aktiv deltagelse i nasjonal og internasjonal utvikling og samarbeid mellom offentlig sektor og næringslivet.

Patrick Huston

Brigadegeneral (pensjonert) Patrick Huston er en ledende ekspert innen kunstig intelligens, cybersikkerhet og nasjonal sikkerhetslovgivning, med flere tiår med erfaring fra både slagmarken og styrerommet. Som tidligere Army Ranger, helikopterpilot og leder i Pentagon, har han vært juridisk rådgiver for 101st Airborne Division, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) og U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), der han ga råd om kritiske militære operasjoner og fremvoksende teknologier. Nå er han et sentralt medlem av FBI’s AI Task Force og American Bar Association’s AI Task Force, hvor han bidrar til å forme fremtidens politikk for kunstig intelligens, beskyttelse mot deepfakes og cybersikkerhetsregulering.

Brigadier General (Ret.) Patrick Huston is a leading expert in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and national security law, with decades of experience spanning both the battlefield and the boardroom. A former Army Ranger, helicopter pilot, and Pentagon leader, he has served as legal counsel to the 101st Airborne Division, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), and U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), advising on critical military operations and emerging technologies. He is now a key member of the FBI’s AI Task Force and the American Bar Association’s AI Task Force, helping shape future policies on artificial intelligence, deepfake protection, and cybersecurity regulation.

Erna Solberg, Stortingsrepresentant og tidligere statsminister

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Emma Schiro, Sosiolog og prosjektleder, Statistisk sentralbyrå

Emma Schiro er sosiolog og prosjektleder for SSBs nye tjeneste: Veiledning for forsøk. Emma har erfaring fra offentlig sektor i USA, internasjonalt arbeid i Japan og fra utstrakt statistikk og kvalitetsarbeid i Norge. Hun har vunnet flere priser, blant annet nordisk statistikkpris og SSBs formidlingspris.

Therese Bjugstad Administrerende Direktør, Managing Director, Visma Flyt AS

Therese Bjugstad er administrerende direktør i Visma Flyt AS, en softwareleverandør innen oppvekst, helse og velferd for offentlig sektor. Med 11 års erfaring innen IT og ledelse, drar Therese deg gjennom hvordan du kan bruke ledelse og kommunikasjon for å lykkes med innføringen av nye digitale løsninger.

Lars Lien, Professor og leder, Norsk psykiatrisk forening

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Randi Laukli, kommunikasjonsleder, Nasjonalt senter for e-helseforskning

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Simon Laugsand, konserndirektør ABEL

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Skjalg Havåg, adm. Dir Oslo kollega

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Bendik Bygstad, Prof Institutt for Informatikk, Oslo universitet og NHH

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Hans Christian Alnæs, Tjenesteeier Sentral forskrivningsmodul, Norsk helsenett SF

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Kari Nessa Nordtun, Kunnskapsminister, Minister of Education

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Hallstein Bjercke, Finansbyrad Oslo

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Kjersti Barsok, forbundsleder i Norsk Tjenestemannslag (NTL), fagforening

Kjersti Barsok har vært valgt forbundsleder i Norsk Tjenestemannslag (NTL) siden 2018, hun har bakgrunn fra statsforvaltningen. NTL er den største fagforeningen i staten og organiserer også bl.a. ansatte i virksomheter med offentlig tilknytning.  

Lars Eidsten, Manager System Engineering, Fortinet

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Arne Erik Berntzen, CIO, Posten Bring

Arne Erik Berntzen, CIO of Posten Bring, drives digital transformation for the Nordic postal and logistics leader. With a focus on sourcing strategic IT partnerships, he has spearheaded cloud migration to Microsoft Azure and taking advantage of 5G in new areas, enhancing scalability and efficiency. Berntzen leverages AI, real-time data and 5G to optimize operations, achieving up to 70% cost reduction and seamless customer experiences. His innovative leadership modernizes Posten Bring’s 370-year legacy for the e-commerce era.

Asgeir Tomasgard, Direktør, NTNU Energy Transition

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Bjørn Gudbjørgsrud, Kommunedirektør, Lillestrøm kommune

Bjørn Gudbjørgsrud er kommunedirektør i Lillestrøm kommune, og styreleder i Norsk Kommunedirektørforum. Lillestrøm er en kommune i vekst med nesten 100 000 innbyggere. Gudbjørgsrud har tidligere hatt tilsvarende roller som rådmann og kommunedirektør i Hamar kommune og Sandefjord kommune. Han har også vært direktør i statlig sektor og i KS. Foredragsholderen har jobbet med mange store omstillingsprosjekter.

Dr Mozhgan Tavakolifard, CEO, AI Alcamy

Dr. Mozhgan Tavakolifard is the founder of AI Alchemy Hub and author of "The AI Awakening," a book focused on responsible AI adoption. She helps organizations leverage AI for sustainable business growth and ethical AI practices. With a proven track record in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings, she guides leaders on AI strategy, governance, and implementation. Mozhgan is a recognized thought leader and sought-after speaker, empowering businesses to achieve responsible AI-driven transformation.

Eve Vangsnes Bergli, kst. arbeids- og velferdsdirektør, Nav

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Haakon Bryhni, Tydal Data Center

Haakon Bryhni is a trailblazer shaping the next era of digital infrastructure. As a Research Professor at Simula Metropolitan, he drives breakthrough innovation in resilient networks, Cloud-RAN, edge computing and mission-critical connectivity—core technologies redefining modern data centres. Beyond academia, Haakon is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, and plays a key strategic role in Tydal Data Center, helping advance ultra-resilient, energy-efficient, high-performance Nordic data-centre development. His unique mix of deep technical expertise and real-world execution makes him one of the most compelling voices in the industry. Expect visionary insights you’ll regret missing if you care about the future of data centres.

Helene Muri, Senior Scientist at NILU and Adjunct Senior Researcher at NTNU’s Department of Energy and Process Engineering

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Håkon Forfod Sønneland, Writer / Author

Get ready to be inspired by Håkon Forfod Sønneland — an innovator, speaker and author turning “because we’ve always done it this way” into “how can we reboot it better?” With his vibrant blend of marketing strategy, AI-powered creativity and storytelling, Håkon delivers sharp insights and interactive experiences that challenge how you work, connect and lead. Whether you’re exploring automation, creativity, or cultural shifts in tech, his sessions spark ideas you’ll act on long after the lights go up. Don’t miss your chance to learn from someone who doesn’t just talk change — he lives it and helps you own it.

Jon Samseth, Professor i energifysikk ved OsloMet og rådgiver for SINTEF

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Lars Gillund, daglig leder på Klosser Innovasjon

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Marion Løken, Vice President Insigts & Analysis, Strawberry

Marion is the VP for Insights & Analytics at Strawberry and one of Norway’s Top 50 Women in Tech, is a recognised leader in inclusive digitalisation. With experience from FINN.no and beyond, she shows how culture, empathy, and collaboration transform DevOps and product delivery. Her talks inspire teams — and industries — to thrive.

Morten Erikson, Head of IT Operations, DNB

Morten Eriksen, Head of IT Operations for Wealth Management at DNB, is at the forefront of digital transformation in Norway’s largest financial institution. With a strong background in software development, architecture, and leadership, he’s passionate about turning complex systems into seamless, high-performing solutions that drive real business value. Morten leads the technology behind DNB’s most innovative platforms — from equity and mutual fund trading to the award-winning Spare app — using Agile and DevOps to accelerate impact. Known for his curiosity and forward-thinking approach, he’s now exploring how AI can reshape the future of finance and everyday life.

Nils Anders Røkke, Executive Vice President Sustainability, SINTEF

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Nils Brede Moe, Software Engineer, SINTEF 

Nils Brede Moe er Sjefforsker på SINTEF Digital. Han forsker på virtuelt arbeid, hjemmekontor, produktutvikling, autonome team, storskala smidig utvikling, og global systemutvikling. Han jobber tett med mange firma innen bransjene energi, telekom, transport og finans. I tillegg jobber han med flere konsulentfirma, programvarehus og offentlig sektor i Norge. Han er fast spaltist i e24.

Christian Askvik-Hansen, CEO, Prelect

Christian er daglig leder og initiativtaker til Prelect.ai og har jobbet med dataanalyse og varianter av KI det siste 15 årene. Han har ledet konsernstrategi i Eviny, og var ansvarlig for utviklingen av verdens første autoriserte sparerobot i Sbanken. I tillegg til å lede Prelect sitter han i styret i Eviny Ventures, som investerer i oppstartsselskaper knyttet til elektrifisering og teknologi. 

Thomas Holm, salgssjef, Acron

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Markku Suopank, Sales Director, Nordics at Steady Energy Oy

Mr. Markku Suopanki is the Sales Director, Nordics at Steady Energy Oy. Steady Energy is a Finnish SMR technology company, developing a small modular reactor LDR-50, a 50 MW thermal effect nuclear reactor designed for low temperature and low pressure, especially suitable for district heat production. Mr. Suopanki is an energy business and sales leader with over 25 years of national and international B2B experience. At Gasum, he has driven industrial and sustainable energy solutions for major customers, while earlier at Canon he led large-scale corporate and public-sector sales organizations across national and international markets.

Dean Alexander Babic, Leder Prosjektlogistikk, Ahlsell Norge

2022- Leder Prosjektlogistikk Ahlsell Norge
Logistikktjenester mot bygg- og anleggsbransjen; som logistikkanalyse, planlegging av materiellforsyning, transportplanlegging, koordinering og utøvende logistikk på prosjekt. Prosjektledelse av logistikk på prosjekt, samt. ressurs og flåtestyring til prosjektet.

2020-2022 Avdelingsleder Bygglogistikk Cramo Norge
Ledelse og utvikling av logistikktjenester rettet mot bygg, anlegg og industri. Analyse, plan, koordinering og operativ ledelse innen logistikk på prosjekter. Optimalisering av flyt og materialstrøm via 3PL.

Plan, prosess og prosjektledelse innen produkt og tjenesteutvikling. B2B salg av logistikktjeneste

2008-2022 Forsvaret
Ulike roller innen logistikk, ansvar transport, forsyning og førende rolle innen utøvelse av materialforvaltning og tilhørende regnskap. Operasjonsoffiser transport, samt. ansvarlig for materiellregnskap SAP defence forces and Public services (DFPS), herunder innkjøp, transaksjoner og kontroll av underavdelingers regnskap.

Sertifisert i prosjektledelse, LEAN Construction og LEAN sort belte.

Spesialistutdanning i Forsvaret innenfor logistikk, herunder logistikkplanlegging, koordinering og regnskap.

Morten Kjaersgaard – Chairman and Founder at Heimdal

Morten Kjaersgaard is the Founder and Chairman of Heimdal®, a global leader in AI-powered cybersecurity. Under his leadership, Heimdal has grown from a startup in Copenhagen to a trusted security partner for over 17,000 organizations, defending against 260+ million cyber threats annually.

With a sharp focus on unifying cybersecurity operations, Morten is recognized for his ability to align technical innovation with strategic business outcomes. His insights have shaped how organizations and partners alike approach risk reduction, compliance, and security maturity in an increasingly complex digital world.

A respected voice in the industry, Morten frequently shares his expertise at international events and through media commentary—championing a more proactive, collaborative, and scalable model for cybersecurity success.

Christine Børresen, Compliance Manager, Ahlsell Norge AS

Jobber med å sikre etterlevelse av lover, forskrifter og interne rutiner.
Arbeidet omfatter produkt- og leverandørcompliance, inkludert kvalitet på sikkerhetsdatablader, sertifikater, faremerking, CBAM, tollnummer og flere relaterte områder.
Som leverandørrevisor følger hun opp leverandører i det daglige, og hun sørger for at Ahlsell etterlever Åpenhetsloven – inkludert rapportering til Etisk handel Norge.

Andreas Petersen, pykologspesialist og Spesialrådgiver, Sykehuset Vestfold

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Kjetil Ingeberg, Senior Principal Consultant, EMS Nordics, Energy Systems, DNV AS

Kjetil is a committed consultant with 35 years' of practical experience from the energy sector and the green transition. With experience from consultancy, public/regulatory work and industry, he combines deep sector and professional insight with Nordic and international consulting and management experience.

Kjetil has a wide experience from the grid sector, both with regard to regulation, efficiency analyses and improvement of development and operation of the grid. Currently, he is leading the MaksGrid project, a large, three-year R&D project with Statnett, five Norwegian DSOs and three technology vendors, with the aim at increasing grid capacity utilisation by means of new technologies, digitalisation and innovative system integration.

Kjetil also has extensive regulatory experience, including from his role as head of section in the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE), and a large number of policy development and evaluation projects for the Renewable Norway (Energy Norway), the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) and Norwegian grid companies.

Kjetil joined DNV in August 2023. His previous work experience also includes AFRY Management Consulting, where he was responsible for approximately 80 energy consultants in the Nordic region and part of the global senior management team, his own start-up consultancy Xrgia, energy consultants SKM and ECON, and Elkem Metals Company.

Mats Pettersson, CTO, Sensative

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Magnus Nilsson, administrerende direktør, Glava Energy Center

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Martin Aarflot, National Director, Mercy Ships Norway

Martin Aarflot is the National Director of Mercy Ships Norway, where he leads efforts to mobilize donors and volunteers to support the world’s largest civilian hospital ships. He is a growth-focused leader with a background in fundraising and strategy, known for translating clear priorities into disciplined execution and measurable results. Martin is passionate about how strong teams and focused strategy can create lasting impact for people without access to safe surgery. An unshakeable optimist, he is driven by seeing how individual commitment can create ripple effects far beyond what we first imagine.

Sesjon: Diehl

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Geir Wolden, Country Manager, Hepro Care Norge

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Øyvind Skarholt, CEO, airMont AS

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Rune Mørck Wergeland, Norsk Varme

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Elise Rasmussen, divisjon styring, organisering, ledelse, DFØ (Direktoratet for forvaltning og økonomistyring)

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Sissel Kristin Hoel, seksjonssjef for innovative offentlige anskaffelser i DFØ (Direktoratet for forvaltning og økonomistyring)

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Inger Elisabeth Sælid, avdelningsledere, Sarpsborg kommune

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Emma Schiro, Sosiolog og prosjektleder, Statistisk sentralbyrå

Emma Schiro er sosiolog og prosjektleder for SSBs nye tjeneste: Veiledning for forsøk. Emma har erfaring fra offentlig sektor i USA, internasjonalt arbeid i Japan og fra utstrakt statistikk og kvalitetsarbeid i Norge. Hun har vunnet flere priser, blant annet nordisk statistikkpris og SSBs formidlingspris.

Philip Johannesson, Løsningsrådgiver og AI ansvarlig, SAP Norge

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Thomas Sommerfryd, Nasjonal Key Account Manager, iLOQ Norge

Thomas Sommerfryd har over 25 år i sikkerhetsbransjen, og drevet salg av sikkerhetsløsninger inn mot offentlig sektor og kritisk infrastruktur. Siste 9 årene i iLOQ Norge, med batteriløse digitale låsesystem.

Oneco

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Sesjon med - NetNordic Care

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Arrangør: Sensio

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SAP

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Bemlo

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Íris Baldursdóttir, MSc EE, CEO & Co-Founder, SnerpaPower

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Hedvig Moe, Partner, Thommessen

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Snorre Valdmarsson, Partner, Thommessen

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Christopher Clausen, Partner, Thommessen

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Carlos Mora, Market Development Manager Data Center, EMEA, Corning Optical Communications

With over a decade of experience in project management, engineering, and sales, Carlos has built a strong foundation in data center market development across EMEA. He holds an M.B.A. from the European School of Management and Technology in Germany and has worked with multinational companies and diverse teams throughout his career.

In his current role as HSDC Data Center Market Development Manager at Corning Optical Communications, Carlos leads strategic initiatives to support the growth of hyperscale, colocation, enterprise and AI data center solutions in the region. His focus includes identifying market opportunities, driving customer engagement, and supporting the deployment of innovative fiber optic technologies.

Carlos joined Corning in April 2019, bringing a deep understanding of business development and cross-functional collaboration to the Market Development team.

Jussi Vihersalo, Head of Business Development, Critial Power Solutions EMEA, Eaton

Jussi Vihersalo is Head of Business Development for Critical Power Solutions at Eaton EMEA. He specializes in large UPS systems for mission-critical applications, including grid support, demand response and energy storage use cases, helping data centers address reliability, sustainability and AI-driven power challenges.

Torkild Follaug, Sustainability Director, Green Mountain

Torkild Follaug oversees sustainability strategy and implementation at Green Mountain. With 25 years of experience in business development, he has worked as an advisor, consultant, entrepreneur, and investor. He has founded several business networks and clusters focused on ICT and cleantech and served as an expert advisor to the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 program. Torkild holds an economics degree from BI Norwegian Business School and is committed to embedding sustainability into all aspects of the company’s operations and culture.

Birgitte Bryne er direktør for teknologi og drift i Norges Bank Investment Management

Birgitte Bryne er direktør for teknologi og drift i Norges Bank Investment Management, som forvalter Oljefondet – verdens største statlige investeringsfond, med en verdi på over 20 000 milliarder kroner. Hun har ansvar for teknologi, KI og data, som danner grunnlaget for investeringsprosessene og forvaltningen av fondet. Bryne har en bachelorgrad i økonomi og ledelse fra OsloMet. 

Birgitte Bryne is Chief Technology and Operating Officer at Norges Bank Investment Management, which manages the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, with a value exceeding 20,000 billion kroner. She is responsible for technology, AI and data, which underpin the fund’s investment processes and overall management. Bryne holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from Oslo Metropolitan University.

James Thornton, Group Compliance and Sustainability Director, TSL Group

James Thornton is the Group Director of Compliance and Sustainability, specialising in the design and implementation of ESG strategies that create measurable value for organisations, the environment, and society. With extensive experience across international construction and infrastructure sectors, James leads the development of governance frameworks, sustainability strategies, and compliance systems that enable complex projects to be delivered responsibly and in line with evolving regulatory and stakeholder expectations.

He is recognised for translating ESG ambition into operational delivery, embedding environmental, social, and governance principles into core business processes and supply chains. Through his leadership, James drives organisational performance while ensuring that projects generate lasting environmental and social value

Matt C Smith, Olympian

 This keynote tells the story of how Matt qualified for the Olympics in just three years in a sport he had never tried, by applying entrepreneurial strategy to elite performance.

At the centre of the keynote is the Minutes & Moments Method: a practical framework demonstrating how you can reverse engineer any goal through daily systems and strategic decisions that achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Toward the end, it becomes the Olympian's guide to entrepreneurship, as Matt flips the script and shares lessons from elite athletes that will catalyse every entrepreneur's journey

Lars Kongshaug, Sales Director Norway, DACH & BeNeLux, Trintech

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Geir Rostadmo-Strømme, Managing Director, Dell Technologies

Geir Rostadmo-Strømme er Administrerende direktør for Dell Technologies i Norge og Island, og en visjonær leder med mer enn 25 års erfaring fra teknologibransjen.

Han startet karrieren i Telenor og har siden hatt flere ledende stillinger med ansvar for både strategi og operativ gjennomføring. I dag leder han Dell Technologies i Norge og Island i en tid preget av rask digital transformasjon, økt fokus på bærekraft og skjerpede krav til datasikkerhet.

Geir er en engasjerende leder og inspirerende foredragsholder, med et sterkt engasjement for teknologiens rolle i å forme en mer bærekraftig fremtid.

Geir Rostadmo-Strømme is Managing Director for Dell Technologies in Norway and Iceland and a visionary leader with more than 25 years of experience in the technology industry.

He began his career at Telenor and has since held several senior leadership roles with responsibility for both strategy and operational execution. Throughout his career, Geir has been at the front line of developing and executing AI-driven projects, from disruptive startups to sophisticated trading firms, helping organizations transform data into tangible business value.
Today, he leads Dell Technologies across Norway and Iceland at a time defined by rapid digital transformation, a growing focus on sustainability, and increasing demands for data security.

Geir is an engaging leader and inspiring speaker, with a strong commitment to the role of technology , and especially AI , in shaping a more sustainable, secure, and inclusive future.

Elisabet Haugsbø, President, Tekna

Elisabet Haugsbø is the president of the trade union Tekna. She holds a master’s degree in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU and, alongside her chairmanship, works as CISO-for-hire (Chief Information Security Officer) in her own consultancy company and helps small and medium sized companies with strategic work within digital security and organization development. She has previously worked as a digital security consultant in DNV and as Head of Data for the marine technology platform Ocean Data Platform in HUB Ocean. Haugsbø has also been an ethical hacker and is often used as an expert in media and debates. She has been named one of Norway’s leading women in technology several times, at the latest in 2023.

Helena Koch Haugane, Cloud and AI Account Lead, Microsoft

Helena Koch Haugane er en Azure-rådgiver med spesialisering i moderne applikasjonsutvikling og AI. Hun jobber med Microsoft sine strategiske softwareutviklingshus i Europa med å bygge fremtidens AI-produkter med sikkerhet i fokus. I 2024 ble hun anerkjent som en av Norges topp 50 kvinner i teknologi.
 

Ketil Delmark Pedersen, Cloud Partner, Microsoft

Ketil Pedersen er seniorrådgiver innen skyinfrastruktur og kunstig intelligens. Siden de første Azure-prosjektene ble lansert i Norge i 2009, har Ketil jobbet med skyløsninger for å fremme innovasjon hos Microsofts kunder. De siste årene har han hatt et særlig fokus på å organisere team og utvikle sikre skyløsninger for store innovasjonsprosjekter, med mål om å kombinere teknologi og strategi for maksimal effekt.

Kaj Kjellgren, Senior Peering Consultant, DE-CIX

Kaj Kjellgren is a Senior Peering Consultant at DE-CIX with global responsibility for peering and interconnection strategy and a particular focus on the Nordic region. With over 25 years of experience in internet infrastructure, carrier networks, and IXP environments, he helps network owners, data centers, cloud providers, and enterprises build robust, efficient, and measurable connectivity - from design and capacity planning to “routing hygiene” and day-to-day operations.

Andreas Monrad, Customer Success & Sales Engineer, Admin By Request

Andreas is a Customer Success Representative and Sales Engineer at Admin By Request. He is here to share success stories and real-world examples of how we have helped organizations carry out their everyday tasks in a more secure environment.

Liam Wheeler, Associate Director - Nordic Region, Kent Data Centres 

Liam Wheeler is an Associate Director for the Nordic region at Kent Data Centres, headquartered in Dubai. He has 17 years’ experience in the engineering industry, including eight years specialising in data centres. Liam has worked across Europe, the UK, the Nordics, and the Middle East, gaining experience on both the general contractor and consultancy sides of the industry. His broad technical background and international experience support the successful delivery of complex data centre projects across multiple markets.

Pål Aaserudseter, Cybersecurity Evangelist, Office of the CTO, Infinigate

Paul is a seasoned IT professional with over 30 years of experience, specializing in cybersecurity. With an immense and diverse background, Paul excels at bridging the gap between business & IT.

As a dynamic public speaker, Paul has a knack for simplifying complex cybersecurity concepts and engaging audiences of all sizes. His expertise has benefited clients ranging from small businesses to large enterprises, both domestically and internationally.

As a passionate advocate for cyber resilience, Paul's insights have influenced policy and empowered organizations to navigate the ever-evolving threat landscape. With his guidance, businesses can confidently embrace digital transformation while safeguarding their assets against cyber threats.

Jason Blais, VP of Product and Program Management

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Edmond Yang, Visual Designer & Entrepreneur

Edmond Yang is an interdisciplinary visual designer working at the intersection of technology, design, and communication. He won Gold at Odyssey Season 2 (the world's largest AI film competition) for «One Last Wish», collaborated with Oscar-nominated director Nils Gaup, and created viral AI content with over 550 million views across social platforms—including an AI deepfake of Justin Timberlake that sparked global debate. As a speaker, he has shared practical AI knowledge at the Norwegian Film School, Berghs School of Communication in Stockholm, and for PwC and DNB. Edmond helps creatives master the process of using AI tools—from idea to finished film in record time.

Andreas Monrad, Customer Success & Sales Engineer, Admin By Request

Andreas is a Customer Success Representative and Sales Engineer at Admin By Request. He is here to share success stories and real-world examples of how we have helped organizations carry out their everyday tasks in a more secure environment.

Vidar Fiskum, Fagsjef, Norsk Eiendom

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Henrik Rosell, Senior Commercial Manager, Telenor Connexion

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Sirin Stav, Gruppeleder for Miljøpartiet De Grønne & leder av samferdsels- og miljøutvalget, Oslo bystyre

Gruppeleder for Miljøpartiet De Grønne og leder av samferdsels- og miljøutvalget

Teppo Rantanen, Executive Director of Economic Policy, Tampere of City

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Emerson Kastrati, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) i Omny

A seasoned security leader, Emerson Kastrati currently serves as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Omny. He operates at the intersection of IT, OT, and physical security to strengthen resilience across companies and foster risk-informed decision making. Prior to joining Omny’s executive team, he held senior advisory and leadership roles at Advansia and spent more than 14 years in the Norwegian Armed Forces, progressing from analyst and officer to senior advisor. His career reflects deep expertise in navigating complex cyber, physical, and operational risk environments across both public and private sectors.

Erik Telldén, Leder forskningsprosjekter, Digital twins, AI and ML

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Stein Hansen, Daglig leder, Waterstop

Mitt navn er Stein Hansen. Jeg er rørlegger av yrke og har tilbrakt et langt arbeidsliv ute i virkeligheten – i kjellere, tekniske rom, kjøkken og bad. Det er der jeg har sett hva som faktisk skaper problemer, og hva som kunne vært løst med smartere og mer praktiske løsninger.

Denne erfaringen ble grunnlaget for WaterStop AS. Ikke som et teoretisk prosjekt, men som et svar på helt konkrete utfordringer: vannskader som kunne vært unngått, og produkter som ikke var tilpasset hverdagen til rørleggere og boligeiere.

Petter Egil Røkke, Research director, SINTEF

Research director in SINTEF Energy research and have been director for a 8 yr duration Center of excellence (Norwegian FME scheme) on industrial energy efficiency (HighEFF). Expertise within efficient energy systems and utilization of surplus heat. PhD from NTNU within gas turbine combustion from 2006. This winter I am also one of the members in the expert panel in the Norwegian “Teknologirådet” focusing on sustainable integration of data centers in the energy system.

Prof. Babak Falsafi, President, SDEA 

Babak is a Professor in the School of Computer and Communication Sciences and the founding director of EcoCloud (ecocloud.ch) an industrial/academic consortium at EPFL investigating energy-efficient and low-emission cloud and datacenter technologies. He is also the president of the Swiss Datacenter Efficiency Association (sdea.ch) certifying energy efficiency and emissions in datacenters. He has made numerous contributions to server design and evaluation with impact on commodity digital platforms. He is a Fellow of ACM and IEEE.

Matthias Haymoz, Data Center Expert & Project Leader, SDEA

Matthias helps datacenter and IT leaders move beyond promises to proven performance. As the head of SDEA—the only organization offering independent verification for measured datacenter and IT efficiency—he transforms sustainability talk into verified results. With expertise spanning data center design, climate communication, and leadership, Matthias bridges technical excellence and strategic growth. His work empowers organizations to demonstrate real efficiency through data—covering PUE, utilization, heat recovery, and CO2 impact—turning transparency into a competitive edge. A sought-after voice at global conferences, he champions measurable sustainability that drives both credibility and innovation in the digital infrastructure industry.

Prof. Mark Burgess, Founder, ChiTek-i AS

Professor Mark Burgess is an internationally recognised computer scientist, author, and former professor at the University of Oslo. He is best known as the creator of CFEngine, one of the first tools for automated configuration management, and as the originator of Promise Theory, which has influenced modern thinking around DevOps, distributed systems, and cooperation in technology. With a background in theoretical physics and decades of experience bridging research and practice, Mark has inspired organisations worldwide to rethink how they build, manage, and scale digital infrastructure. He continues to write, speak, and advise on the future of reliable systems.

Prof Tjerand Silde, Associate Professor, NTNU

Tjerand Silde er førsteamanuensis og forskningsgruppeleder innen kryptografi ved NTNU i Trondheim. Han forsker på kvantesikker kryptografi og personvernbevarende teknologier, og hans team vant Datatilsynets pris for innebygget personvern innen smittesporing i 2021. Tjerand jobber også som kryptografi- og sikkerhetsekspert for cybersikkerhetselskapet PONE Biometrics. Hjemmesiden hans er: https://tjerandsilde.no.

Professor Torgeir Dingsøyr, President, NTNU

Torgeir Dingsøyr conducts research in software companies as a professor at the Department of Computer Science at NTNU. He has specifically focused on topics that can enhance the workday for employees in the IT industry, such as agile development methods, teamwork in software development, and coordination in large-scale development projects. 

Marte Ingul, Statssekretær, Digitaliserings- og forvaltningsdepartementet

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Jannicke Mikkelsen

Jannicke Mikkelsen, Norges første astronaut og prisvinnende filmfotograf som nå er Vehicle Commander for SpaceX sin Fram2-polferd, samt administrerende direktør for teknologiselskapet O2XR, begeistret nylig publikum på Oslo Tech Show som hovedtaler. Hun kombinerer unik erfaring innen filmproduksjon i verdensrommet, avansert immersiv teknologi og grenseløs historiefortelling – og tente virkelig scenen med sin inspirasjon og visjon.

Jannicke Mikkelsen, Norway’s first astronaut and an award-winning cinematographer, is currently the Vehicle Commander for SpaceX’s Fram2 polar mission and CEO of the technology company O2XR. She recently captivated audiences at Oslo Tech Show as a keynote speaker, combining her unique experience in space filmmaking, advanced immersive technology, and boundary-breaking storytelling — truly lighting up the stage with her inspiration and vision.

Yngvar Ugland

Yngvar Ugland er en kjent teknologileder i DNB Emerging Business Technology. Han er anerkjent som en av Norges fremste teknologiprofiler og ble nylig kåret til Nordic AI Professional of the Year. Yngvar er medforfatter av flere bøker og har vært Professor II ved Norges Handelshøyskole (NHH) i Bergen. Han holder for tiden på med en industriell doktorgrad i kunstig intelligens ved NTNU, og er forfatter av den kommende boken “The Moonshots Method.”

Yngvar Ugland is a renowned technology leader at DNB Emerging Business Technology. Recognised as one of Norway’s foremost tech profiles, he was recently named Nordic AI Professional of the Year. Yngvar is co-author of several books and has served as an Adjunct Professor at the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) in Bergen. He is currently pursuing an industrial PhD in artificial intelligence at NTNU and is the author of the upcoming book The Moonshots Method.

Rune Simensen, Direktør for teknologi og e-helse i Helse Sør-Øst RHF

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Terje Wistner, Deputy Director General and Head of eHealth, KS

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Cathrine M. Lofthus, Helsedirektør, Helsedirektoratet

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Kristian Eilertsen, helsepolitisk talsperson, Stortinget - Fremskrittspartiet

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Lill Sverresdatter Larsen, Förbundsleder, Sykepleierforbund

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Monika Knudsen Gullslett, Professor, NSE og USN

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Pål Nystuen, Psykologspesialist, PhD og leder ved digital poliklinkk, Sykehuset Vestfold

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Eivind Engebretsen, Professor PhD, University of Oslo & Dean of the Circle U

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Erna Solberg, Stortingsrepresentant og tidligere statsminister

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Emma Schiro, Sosiolog og prosjektleder, Statistisk sentralbyrå

Emma Schiro er sosiolog og prosjektleder for SSBs nye tjeneste: Veiledning for forsøk. Emma har erfaring fra offentlig sektor i USA, internasjonalt arbeid i Japan og fra utstrakt statistikk og kvalitetsarbeid i Norge. Hun har vunnet flere priser, blant annet nordisk statistikkpris og SSBs formidlingspris.

Therese Bjugstad Administrerende Direktør, Managing Director, Visma Flyt AS

Therese Bjugstad er administrerende direktør i Visma Flyt AS, en softwareleverandør innen oppvekst, helse og velferd for offentlig sektor. Med 11 års erfaring innen IT og ledelse, drar Therese deg gjennom hvordan du kan bruke ledelse og kommunikasjon for å lykkes med innføringen av nye digitale løsninger.

Simon Laugsand, konserndirektør ABEL

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Skjalg Havåg, adm. Dir Oslo kollega

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Kari Nessa Nordtun, Kunnskapsminister, Minister of Education

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Bjørn Gudbjørgsrud, Kommunedirektør, Lillestrøm kommune

Bjørn Gudbjørgsrud er kommunedirektør i Lillestrøm kommune, og styreleder i Norsk Kommunedirektørforum. Lillestrøm er en kommune i vekst med nesten 100 000 innbyggere. Gudbjørgsrud har tidligere hatt tilsvarende roller som rådmann og kommunedirektør i Hamar kommune og Sandefjord kommune. Han har også vært direktør i statlig sektor og i KS. Foredragsholderen har jobbet med mange store omstillingsprosjekter.

Haakon Bryhni, Tydal Data Center

Haakon Bryhni is a trailblazer shaping the next era of digital infrastructure. As a Research Professor at Simula Metropolitan, he drives breakthrough innovation in resilient networks, Cloud-RAN, edge computing and mission-critical connectivity—core technologies redefining modern data centres. Beyond academia, Haakon is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, and plays a key strategic role in Tydal Data Center, helping advance ultra-resilient, energy-efficient, high-performance Nordic data-centre development. His unique mix of deep technical expertise and real-world execution makes him one of the most compelling voices in the industry. Expect visionary insights you’ll regret missing if you care about the future of data centres.

Helene Muri, Senior Scientist at NILU and Adjunct Senior Researcher at NTNU’s Department of Energy and Process Engineering

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Håkon Forfod Sønneland, Writer / Author

Get ready to be inspired by Håkon Forfod Sønneland — an innovator, speaker and author turning “because we’ve always done it this way” into “how can we reboot it better?” With his vibrant blend of marketing strategy, AI-powered creativity and storytelling, Håkon delivers sharp insights and interactive experiences that challenge how you work, connect and lead. Whether you’re exploring automation, creativity, or cultural shifts in tech, his sessions spark ideas you’ll act on long after the lights go up. Don’t miss your chance to learn from someone who doesn’t just talk change — he lives it and helps you own it.

Lars Gillund, daglig leder på Klosser Innovasjon

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Morten Erikson, Head of IT Operations, DNB

Morten Eriksen, Head of IT Operations for Wealth Management at DNB, is at the forefront of digital transformation in Norway’s largest financial institution. With a strong background in software development, architecture, and leadership, he’s passionate about turning complex systems into seamless, high-performing solutions that drive real business value. Morten leads the technology behind DNB’s most innovative platforms — from equity and mutual fund trading to the award-winning Spare app — using Agile and DevOps to accelerate impact. Known for his curiosity and forward-thinking approach, he’s now exploring how AI can reshape the future of finance and everyday life.

Nils Anders Røkke, Executive Vice President Sustainability, SINTEF

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Christian Askvik-Hansen, CEO, Prelect

Christian er daglig leder og initiativtaker til Prelect.ai og har jobbet med dataanalyse og varianter av KI det siste 15 årene. Han har ledet konsernstrategi i Eviny, og var ansvarlig for utviklingen av verdens første autoriserte sparerobot i Sbanken. I tillegg til å lede Prelect sitter han i styret i Eviny Ventures, som investerer i oppstartsselskaper knyttet til elektrifisering og teknologi. 

Thomas Holm, salgssjef, Acron

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Markku Suopank, Sales Director, Nordics at Steady Energy Oy

Mr. Markku Suopanki is the Sales Director, Nordics at Steady Energy Oy. Steady Energy is a Finnish SMR technology company, developing a small modular reactor LDR-50, a 50 MW thermal effect nuclear reactor designed for low temperature and low pressure, especially suitable for district heat production. Mr. Suopanki is an energy business and sales leader with over 25 years of national and international B2B experience. At Gasum, he has driven industrial and sustainable energy solutions for major customers, while earlier at Canon he led large-scale corporate and public-sector sales organizations across national and international markets.

Dean Alexander Babic, Leder Prosjektlogistikk, Ahlsell Norge

2022- Leder Prosjektlogistikk Ahlsell Norge
Logistikktjenester mot bygg- og anleggsbransjen; som logistikkanalyse, planlegging av materiellforsyning, transportplanlegging, koordinering og utøvende logistikk på prosjekt. Prosjektledelse av logistikk på prosjekt, samt. ressurs og flåtestyring til prosjektet.

2020-2022 Avdelingsleder Bygglogistikk Cramo Norge
Ledelse og utvikling av logistikktjenester rettet mot bygg, anlegg og industri. Analyse, plan, koordinering og operativ ledelse innen logistikk på prosjekter. Optimalisering av flyt og materialstrøm via 3PL.

Plan, prosess og prosjektledelse innen produkt og tjenesteutvikling. B2B salg av logistikktjeneste

2008-2022 Forsvaret
Ulike roller innen logistikk, ansvar transport, forsyning og førende rolle innen utøvelse av materialforvaltning og tilhørende regnskap. Operasjonsoffiser transport, samt. ansvarlig for materiellregnskap SAP defence forces and Public services (DFPS), herunder innkjøp, transaksjoner og kontroll av underavdelingers regnskap.

Sertifisert i prosjektledelse, LEAN Construction og LEAN sort belte.

Spesialistutdanning i Forsvaret innenfor logistikk, herunder logistikkplanlegging, koordinering og regnskap.

Morten Kjaersgaard – Chairman and Founder at Heimdal

Morten Kjaersgaard is the Founder and Chairman of Heimdal®, a global leader in AI-powered cybersecurity. Under his leadership, Heimdal has grown from a startup in Copenhagen to a trusted security partner for over 17,000 organizations, defending against 260+ million cyber threats annually.

With a sharp focus on unifying cybersecurity operations, Morten is recognized for his ability to align technical innovation with strategic business outcomes. His insights have shaped how organizations and partners alike approach risk reduction, compliance, and security maturity in an increasingly complex digital world.

A respected voice in the industry, Morten frequently shares his expertise at international events and through media commentary—championing a more proactive, collaborative, and scalable model for cybersecurity success.

Christine Børresen, Compliance Manager, Ahlsell Norge AS

Jobber med å sikre etterlevelse av lover, forskrifter og interne rutiner.
Arbeidet omfatter produkt- og leverandørcompliance, inkludert kvalitet på sikkerhetsdatablader, sertifikater, faremerking, CBAM, tollnummer og flere relaterte områder.
Som leverandørrevisor følger hun opp leverandører i det daglige, og hun sørger for at Ahlsell etterlever Åpenhetsloven – inkludert rapportering til Etisk handel Norge.

Andreas Petersen, pykologspesialist og Spesialrådgiver, Sykehuset Vestfold

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