Allow me to introduce myself, as a driven and visionary Digital Transformation Executive. With a passion for innovation and a track record of success in leading organizations through digital transformations, I thrive on embracing emerging technologies to drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. My strategic mindset, coupled with a deep understanding of digital trends, equips me to identify and capitalize on opportunities that propel companies into the future of digital excellence. As a forward-thinking leader, I am dedicated to empowering teams, fostering a culture of agility, and steering organizations toward sustained success in an ever-evolving digital landscape. 

As the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at EON, my role is to lead the company’s transformational efforts in driving significant organizational change and innovation to improve business performance and meet strategic goals. I oversee and manage various initiatives focused on transforming EON’s operations, technology, culture, and customer experience. This involves developing and implementing new policies and processes, identifying and adopting new technologies, managing people and resources, driving cost optimization, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Ultimately, my goal is to help EON stay competitive and agile in a rapidly evolving market while delivering value to customers and stakeholders.

International IT/Digital, Transformation and Strategic Negotiation executive leader with 20 years of experience across industries (IT, Pharma, HR, Transportation, among which major Fortunes 500), in high pace transformation environments. Currently Group Senior Vice President in The Adecco Group, Elena held positions where she had accountability for IT&D Portfolio, Strategy and Transformation Office, Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management, IT Business Partnering, Outsourcing and Shared Services, Strategic Negotiations. 

Elena is recognized for her exceptional business and relationship acumen, coupled with execution focus, anchored into solid negotiation and positive influence skills. Her strategic and value driven leadership have resulted in a consistent successful track record in sustainable organizational transformations, powered by technology, purpose and people. 

Her open-minded approach and inclusive communication, combined with multicultural experience and ability to navigate complex organizations, allows Elena to function as a bridge and connector among competing needs, unleash opportunities, set compelling visions and drive sustainable results to fuel growth, innovation and efficiency. 

Claus B. Rahbek (b. February 16, 1980) is a seasoned leader specializing in cybersecurity, IT governance, and strategic management. Currently serving as CISO and center chief at the Danish Ministry of Defense Personnel Agency, he oversees cyber security, GDPR compliance, and AI regulations.

With a strong military and IT background, Claus has held key leadership roles, including CISO at the Danish Home Guard Command and head of cybersecurity initiatives within the Ministry of Defense. He played a pivotal role in strengthening Denmark’s cyber defense, managing significant projects, including a DKK 135 million cybersecurity initiative.

Claus holds a Master’s degree in IT Management from the IT University of Copenhagen and multiple certifications. He has also served as a military commander in Kosovo and held various leadership positions in voluntary organizations.

A strategic thinker and process-driven leader, Claus combines technical expertise with strong leadership.

Thore Dankert is the Executive Director and Head of Digital at Novo Holdings, where he leads the company’s digital transformation, drives cultural shifts, and advances its digital capabilities to a level of recognized international authority in the investment space. Prior to joining Novo Holdings in April 2024, Thore served as Senior Director at ATP, overseeing New Tech, Innovation, advanced analytics, automation, digitalization, and business intelligence. He has made just about every mistake you can in tech and hopefully learned a bit on the way. He holds both a BSc and MSc from Aarhus University and an MSc in Business Development from Copenhagen Business School.

Henrik Heidebo Svendsen is the Global CISO at NKT Cables, responsible for overall security management, risk management, and managing security requirements towards customers.
Henrik has a robust background in cyber security management, with significant experience at Scalepoint Technologies and the Ministry of Defense. At Scalepoint Technologies, he managed security controls, crisis management, cyber security projects, and audit management. At the Ministry of Defense, he implemented risk frameworks, conducted risk assessments, and developed tools for cyber risk management.

A highly trained and qualified professional with over 20 years of broad and diverse experience in Leadership, Information & Communications Technology projects and services, Process Improvement, Strategy development and measurement, Budgets and Operations Management, Advocacy practice, implementation, measurement and reporting.

I hold an MBA, and a BSC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with a major in Telecommunications. Certified in PRINCES2, ITIL, Cisco, etc.

Currently, I serve in the Division of Information Systems and Telecommunications at UNHCR as the Chief Business Relationship Management Officer for Collaboration and Communication, as well as Data and Integrated solutions. This entails working with business leaders to align on strategies and priorities, shaping demand for IT services, overseeing solution identification, delivery and management.

Currently driving technology adoption that supports the work of UNHCR in the areas of:

• Data Governance and Management
• Data Analytics and Reporting
• Generative Artificial Intelligence technologies
• Collaboration platforms
• Technologies that support operational processes
• Trained Engineer, who does not consider herself a techie, but leading utilization of technology to solve business problems and enable efficiencies and effectiveness in organizations.

A strong passion for people, advocating for and supporting people – team members and vulnerable people. Applying technology solutions to

New frontiers: Humanitarian and Tech Diplomacy; currently undertaking a Doctorate degree program in Diplomacy and International Affairs (DDIA).

Kenneth is a passionate technology leader specialising in digital transformation and innovation leadership and is among other things responsible for leading COWI Group’s transformative AI journey. As an award-winning patent inventor with a flair for innovative and creative thinking, Kenneth often challenges the status quo with his entrepreneur-like mindset and a strong drive towards continuous exploration and learning. Kenneth is an experienced speaker and panellist who via his advisory board roles or think tank fellowships often engage in public debate related to academic collaboration and science & engineering educations. 

Multicultured leader driving business transformation and operation performance, with more than 20+ year of deep experiences within operations, automation, technology, industrial infrastructure, for ports, transport and logistics, including business development and M&A.

With an Engineer’s degree in Automation and Industrial Informatics, Alex managed his own start-up company that delivered operations technology solutions and services for the maritime industry, collaborating with AP Møller Mærsk since 1998.

Joining APM Terminals in 2002, he held various positions of increasing responsibility, in Romania, Oman, Jordan, Vietnam, The Netherlands, United States. From 2013, Alex established and developed APMT automation capability and Automation Program driving business value by integrating functional efficiency and operations technology trough modular automation solutions.

In the current role, as Director, Head of Automation Engineering, based in Copenhagen, Denmark, Alex is driving organisation transformation by development of Automation Technology Platform and Automation Engineering capability to support of AP Møller Mærsk, transport and logistics Integrator Strategy.

Julie Siezing is the Head of Data Governance, Operations and Support at LB Forsikring. With over a decade of experience, she is a dedicated data enthusiast with a profound passion for uncovering insights through the power of well-governed and high-quality data. Her expertise lies in fostering a data-driven culture and revolutionizing how businesses interact with data.

Roel Schouten has over 25 years of experience in developing and executing strategic security initiatives that align with business objectives. As Vice President of Information Security and CISO at Trivium Packaging, he drives global cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and governance to safeguard the organization’s IT and OT environments.

With deep expertise in threat detection, incident response, and security operations, Roel has successfully designed and built Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and led high-performing teams. He excels at translating complex cybersecurity challenges into actionable insights for senior executives and boards, ensuring a strong security posture across the enterprise.

At Trivium, he oversees security risk management, governance frameworks, and compliance initiatives based on NIST CSF and ISO 27001. His leadership ensures continuous improvement in cybersecurity resilience, aligning security programs with business priorities and regulatory requirements. Passionate about mentorship, Roel is committed to fostering the next generation of security professionals while driving innovation and operational excellence in information security.

Hanne M. Hansen is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in global corporations across critical and highly regulated industries. As Global Strategic Senior Security Advisor at Novo Nordisk, she combines deep technical expertise with business acumen to drive security strategies at operational, strategic, and tactical levels. She excels in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as NIS2, DORA, GDPR, and PSD2.

A dynamic and empathetic leader, Hanne is passionate about mentoring and developing high-performing, culturally diverse teams across Europe, the U.S., India, and Asia. She is known for fostering trust, collaboration, and motivation in fast-paced environments with high pressure and public exposure. With expertise in digital and cultural transformation, organizational strategy, and board-level cybersecurity reporting, she plays a pivotal role in aligning security initiatives with business objectives while driving impactful change.

Azin Emami is a visionary leader in AI engineering, driving innovation in the banking sector while advocating for ethical AI and inclusion. As Head of AI Engineering at Nordea, she leads the development of a centralized Generative AI (GenAI) and Machine Learning (ML) platform across multi-cloud environments, including AWS and Azure, to support AI-driven business use cases and accelerate value delivery. 

With a passion for leveraging diverse perspectives, Azin is committed to creating equitable opportunities and using technology as a force for positive societal change. Her expertise in AI strategy, cloud technology, and data-driven innovation positions her at the forefront of transforming financial services through responsible and impactful AI solutions. 

A dedicated security leader with a strong focus on aligning risk management and information security with business strategy. At 3Shape, I oversee global information security, physical security, and travel security, ensuring a robust and resilient security posture. 

With expertise in ISO 27001, 27002, 27005, and 31000 standards, as well as risk and vulnerability assessments, disaster recovery planning, and compliance with the EU GDPR, I work to proactively mitigate risks and enhance organizational security. In just 1.5 years, my team and I successfully implemented an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS), achieving ISO 27001 certification in October 2022. 

Committed to continuously improving security maturity across the organization, enabling 3Shape to achieve its strategic goals while fostering a culture of security awareness and resilience.

Robert is a visionary thought leader, a sought-after public speaker, and a globally recognized, multi-award winning cyber security expert. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Robert has held leadership positions within such organizations as the A.P. Moller-Maersk, Red Hat, and Danske Bank. He is also the Founder and CEO of CrowsNest Systems, a revolutionary cyber security software provider. Robert is renowned for his expertise in Cloud Security, Cyber Architecture & Strategy, Application Security, and Offensive Security Operations. 

Humayun Khan has more than 17+ years of experience as a hands-on practitioner in cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and general security consulting across the public and private sectors. 

Helping companies realize their digital transformation and optimize processes, following risk and compliance guidelines. Worked with multiple vendors and tools. Excellent stakeholder management. Working directly with C-level & CISOs 

Humayun has worked in various IT & Security roles across small, medium & Large organizations. Established teams on-site, nearshore and Offshore. 

Experienced with Security suppliers and contracts management. Worked in Finance, Engineering/Manufacturing & Health sectors and managed projects and programs of various size. Currently working with NIS 2 directive. 

Visionary technology and product leader with 25+ years of experience in software development, digital transformation, Agile leadership, and AI-driven innovation. Proven track record in aligning R&D strategy and Digital strategy with business goals, scaling SaaS platforms, and leading high-performing global teams. Adept at driving cloud-first, AI-powered, and IoT-enabled solutions, optimizing digital experiences, and transforming organizations from hardware-centric to software-enabled enterprises.

Daniel Vale is a transformative cybersecurity leader dedicated to elevating security functions and aligning them with business strategy and culture. As Director of Cyber & Digital Security at the LEGO Group, he is driving the evolution of the company’s security capabilities while protecting 25,000 employees, global customers (including children) five manufacturing facilities producing 36 billion LEGO elements annually, and operations generating over €8.8 billion in revenue. Daniel focuses on more than just enhancing security maturity and automation; he ensures security delivers tangible value, fosters strong organizational collaboration, and remains fit for purpose at scale.