Navigating Business Transformation in Disruptive Times w/ Anders Jensen

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In an era where entertainment and media companies face unprecedented disruption, the ability to lead through transformation has become the defining factor between companies that thrive and those that falter.

Join us for an illuminating fireside chat with Anders Jensen, former CEO of Viaplay Group, as we explore the leadership strategies that drive successful transformation in rapidly evolving industries.

Anders led one of the Nordic region's most significant media transformations, repositioning the company to compete in the global streaming landscape. His extensive leadership experience includes executive roles at TDC Group, Telenor, Grameenphone, and Vodafone, providing him with unique insights into navigating change across diverse markets and industries.

In this fireside chat, we'll discuss:

We'll discuss:

📉 How to lead through major industry disruption and digital transformation

🛡️ Building resilient businesses in rapidly changing competitive landscapes

🧭 Strategic decision-making during periods of uncertainty

⚖️ Balancing short-term results with long-term vision

💬 The personal side of leadership — managing time, energy, and priorities

Whether you're a founder building the next entertainment innovation, an investor evaluating opportunities in media, a corporate leader navigating digital transformation, or an entrepreneur interested in leadership principles that transcend industries, this conversation will provide valuable insights from someone who has successfully steered organizations through periods of dramatic change.

The discussion will be moderated by Naimul Abd – Regional Director Nordics at Startup Grind, CEO at Connect East, CEO at SweBAN, Nordic Head for Founder Institute, Nutty Ventures, and Founders Live, and Founder of Brim – Brands for Impact.

👉 Register now to learn how transformational leadership can help your business navigate disruption and emerge stronger in today's rapidly evolving marketplace.

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Speaker

Anders Jensen - Valenthorpe, Viaplay Group (Founder & Managing Director, Former CEO)

Experienced executive with a +35 year long career in entertainment/media, telecom and retail, primarily focused on assignments including transformation, restructuring and repositioning.
Currently engaged in board/advisor assignments and private investment opportunities. Primarily focused on investing in the most precious commodity of all time.

Hosted By

Naimul Abd, Regional Director Nordics Startup Grind

Naimul Abd is a leading Nordic Ecosystem Builder and coaches more than 500 entrepreneurs per year. A finalist in Nordic Startup Awards 2023, he is Regional Director Nordics for global startup ecosystems including Founder Institute, Startup Grind, and Founders Live. He has headed several EU funded acceleration programs, transformed advisory services, events, and partnerships at a government funded social impact organization, and moderated leading startup events like Stockholm Entrepreneurs Day, Nordic Startup Festival, and Nordic Pitch Battle. Naimul is also a serial entrepreneur and an angel investor with a portfolio of impact startups. He has previously worked in the corporate sector as a strategic marketing & insights consultant for more than 20 multinational brands including Nestlé, Coca Cola, Honda, Tetra Pak. He has also tripled the topline of a fashion retailer as their marketing head and held leadership positions at advertising and research agencies. Naimul holds M.Sc. in Marketing and M.Sc. in Entrepreneurship from Sweden and, in his free time, he makes music and loves to write. His favorite quote? “The best way to predict the future is to create it,” by Peter Drucker.

Vera Ulitenko, Community Lead

I help startups and established companies define their unique identity and effectively communicate their value to customers.

Currently, as a Product Marketer at Yepstr, I enhance product adoption and customer experiences through data-driven communication.

I have successfully developed go-to-market strategies and managed product launch campaigns for 10+ ventures in Russia and Sweden.

My diverse background encompasses expertise in brand and communication strategy, go-to-market strategy, marketing automation, creative storytelling, and communication project management. I thrive on bringing creativity, strategy and structure to every project I tackle.

Christina Egerström, Community Lead

Peggie K. Ovesen, Partnerships Lead

I’m passionate about the startup journey and driven to build solutions that are good for both people and the planet. With a background in tech and business, I’ve led product development in deeptech startups across fashion, fitness, and entertainment.

My experience spans from marketing and sales at the multinational brand Nestlé to launching MVPs for early-stage startups — giving me a well-rounded perspective on building purposeful, scalable solutions.

I believe in the power of collaboration and in creating products where innovation and impact grow through shared purpose.

Outside of work, I’m a wine enthusiast , enjoys playing tennis, meditation, hiking, and weightlifting. I am always embracing new challenges that fuel personal and professional growth. Message to all- “alone we go fast, but together we go far.”

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