Evolution Exchange Nordics Podcast

Georgia Benton hosts an engaging discussion on the future of artificial intelligence with Yuliya Kurapatsenkava (Software Manager, Amazon), Frank Schroder (Principal Architect, Northvolt), Rasmus Monsen (Co-founder, Digital Corner), and Leon Lowered (Head of Innovation & Technology, Actemium AI). The panel explores how AI is evolving across industries, including energy, manufacturing, and cloud se...

Sam Russell leads a forward-looking discussion with Johan Wallquist (Partner Solution Architect - AI, Microsoft), Max Soderman (Head of AI, Effektify), Marcus Elwin (Lead Data Scientist / AI Engineer, Pocketlaw), and Jesper Fredriksson (AI Engineer Lead, Volvo Cars) about the accelerating rise of generative AI. The panel dives into real-world applications, cross-industry implications, and how AI i...

Sam Russell hosts a dynamic conversation with Kathy Tian (Data Science Manager, Visa), WeiWei Feng (Global Tech Lead and Generative AI, Capgemini), and Naresh Kumar Yadav (Head of Data and Analytics, Almaco) to explore how agile methodologies are transforming the way teams build and scale in the realms of data and AI. The guests share leadership strategies, collaboration models, and insights on ma...

Luke Vickers speaks with Mikolas Hamalainen (Director Consulting Expert, CGI), Elif Kocaman (Head of Analytics, Wolt), Mikko Alutoin (Chief Data Engineer, Kone), and Arnob Khan (Chapter Lead, Data Engineering and Platform, Posti Group) about the challenges and growth involved in stepping into leadership roles. They share personal insights into building high-performing teams, navigating the evolvin...

Luke Vickers hosts an engaging discussion with Regis Deau (Senior Director of Engineering, Wolt), Rustam Pirmagomedov (AI/ML Cluster Lead, Nokia), and Jukka Remes (CTO, 8wave.ai) on how organizations navigate transformation, manage change, and drive sustainable growth. This episode explores the strategic role of engineering, AI, and leadership in scaling businesses across the Nordics. Learn how th...

Host Luke Vickers sits down with Eevi-Inkeri Forsman (Tech Lead, Data Engineering, SOK), Erno Savela (Data & Analytics Lead, Operations, Posti), Jacopo Himberg (Director of Data, Wolt), and Peter Bamrud (Consultant Manager, Data, AI & Analytics, Innofactor) to explore the shifting landscape of data and the transformative role of artificial intelligence. Together, they examine how AI is evolving da...

Host Charlie Beetson speaks with Henning Varner (Chief Risk Officer, SEB), Carl-Simon (Senior Risk Manager, Juni), and Dushyanthi Joachim (Global Process Manager - Transactions Monitoring, SEB) in a discussion focused on anti-money laundering, regulation, and risk oversight in the financial industry. Together, they delve into how Nordic institutions are addressing regulatory requirements, refining...

Host Charlie Beetson is joined by Sabina Ausfelt (Head of Regulatory, Risk & Oversight | MLRO, Juni), Teresa Conde Karpe (Senior Financial Crime Prevention Officer, Lunar), Jens Kihlgren-Månsson (Compliance Officer Nordics, Aion Bank), and Joakim Molinder (Subject Matter Expert, FCP Development, Handelsbanken) to explore the role of RegTech in combating financial crime. This discussion highlights...

Host Bernadette Clarke is joined by Marte Roa Syvertsen, Head of Research at Drammen Hospital, Vestre Viken HF, to explore how digital tools are revolutionizing remote monitoring for epilepsy. Marte provides expert insight into the latest technologies enhancing real-time seizure tracking, data-driven care, and patient outcomes. This conversation is packed with value for anyone interested in neurol...

Host Georgia Benton is joined by Joakim Adolfson, Chief Technology Officer at Aurora Innovation; Karl Johan Grahn, Head of Engineering at Stakater; and Gabriel Svennerberg, Head of Design at Fortnox. Together, they dive into how organizations can foster a culture of continuous learning across technology and design teams. With insights on upskilling, agile growth, and leadership strategies, the dis...

Host Gemma Thomason speaks with Mona Eilouti, Product Manager at Zalando; Bengt Henriques, Project Manager (contractor) at PayPal; and Sarah Häger, Chief Commercial Officer at Enable Banking. This episode explores the intersection of product leadership and digital transformation in financial services. From agile innovation to API-powered banking ecosystems, the guests share insights on redefining...

Host James Dyson is joined by Jani Arnell, Senior Director and Head of Digital Trust & Security at Capgemini Invent; Jussi-Pekka Liimatainen, Information Security Compliance Manager at Valmet; Tomi Kallio, CISO at Normet; and Mohamed Mahmoud, Lead Consultant in Information Security and Functional Safety at Huld. Together, they explore how organizations are rethinking their cyber operating models t...

Host James Dyson explores imposter syndrome in the tech world with Roger Carulla, Senior Director of Engineering at Trimble; Yannick Meeus, Staff Software Engineer at ICEYE; Tuomas Kiviluoma, Senior Engineering Manager at Smartly; and Cristian Andrei, Senior Software Development Manager at Envista Holdings Corporation. This episode dives deep into the mental and emotional challenges engineers face...

Host Rachel Owen is joined by Igor Shevchenko, Engineering Manager at Swappie; Sampo Pilli-Sihvola, Director of Software Engineering at Peikko Group; Timo Rantalainen, Head of Enterprise Architecture at Capgemini; and Mathias Rønnlund, Chief Architect at Mirka. Together, they unpack the real-world challenges of leading and scaling high-performance tech teams. From team structures and software deli...

Host Gemma Thomason leads a live conversation from Pleo, joined by Roshni Bharadwaj, Group Product Manager at Pleo; May Formosa, Head of Product Development at Hi.health; and Kevin Albrecht, Interim CPO at Resurs Bank. They dive into the evolving landscape of fintech, touching on product innovation, user-centric design, and leadership in financial technology. This episode delivers key insights on...

Join James Dyson as he discusses NIS2 requirements and their implementation with Elias Alanko, Chief Information Security Officer at 3stepIT, Robert Valkama, Senior Manager of OT Cyber Security at Fortum, Sachin Loothra, Lead Solution Architect at Telia, and Mikael Albrecht, CISO at Second Nature Security Oy (2NS). The conversation covers key strategies for ensuring cybersecurity compliance, under...

In this episode, Rachel Owen is joined by Tomi Johansson, Head of Enterprise Architecture & Digital Development at Caruna, Mike Jackson, Senior Consultant at Loihde, Aki Peuralahti, Chief Technology Officer at Vitec Tietomitta Oy, and Eduardo Hofmann, Head of Engineering at Thales Cyber & Digital. They discuss how to drive digital transformation using DevOps and cloud technologies, covering enterp...

In this episode, Rachel Owen is joined by Aurel Ionel Rădulescu, Founder of DakCode Ltd Oy, Jan Bergström, Senior Manager of TechOps at Topcon Healthcare, Markus Ritala, Director of Cloud Development at M-Files, and Janne Välimaa, Cloud Architect at Greenstep. They discuss what makes a high-performing DevOps team, exploring the importance of collaboration, automation, and efficient cloud solutions...

In this episode, Rachel Owen speaks with Tam Nguyen, Engineering Manager at Sievo, Marko Maunula, Chief Technology Officer at BeeHealthy, Mikael Kuisma, Development Manager at RELEX Solutions, and Antti Jaakkonen, Director of Engineering at ICEYE, about the importance of transparency in building a high-trust culture. The discussion delves into leadership practices that foster openness, collaborati...

In this episode, Joe Bamber sits down with Pasi Partanen, Lead Developer at OP Financial Group, Łukasz Wałach, Software Team Lead at OptoFidelity, Tommi Nikula, Engineering Manager at Elisa, and Lauri Pitkänen, Engineering Manager at Digia Plc, to discuss the importance of code quality. The conversation dives into best practices for software development, challenges in maintaining high standards, a...

In this episode, Rachel Owen talks with Mikael Siirtola, Director of Engineering at Nexi Group, Mikko Vaha, Software Engineering Team Lead at SOK, Marko Ortela, IT Service Management Architect at Aktia, and Tuomas Lempiäinen, Chief Technology Officer at Liana Technologies, about the power of human-driven teams. They dive into how individual strengths can transform into cohesive and high-performing...

James Dyson sits down with Jussi-Pekka Liimatainen, Information Security Compliance Manager at Valmet, Juha Ali-Melkkilä, CISO at Vastuu Group, and Sami Sumkin, CISO at COR Group Oy, to explore external threat and exposure monitoring in cybersecurity. The experts discuss key strategies for identifying and managing potential threats to organizations, including the role of information security compl...

Charlie Beetson speaks with Claes-Henrik Claesson, Lead Business Strategist for Financial Markets Regulation at Tietoevry, and Joseph Jawahiri, Manager for Risk, Governance & Compliance at Zeb Consulting, about how AI can transform compliance and risk management. The discussion focuses on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way businesses address regulatory challenges, improve compliance...

Charlie Beetson speaks with Claes-Henrik Claesson, Business Strategist at Tietoevry, Sarah Quantrill, Former Head of Legal, and Mario Vieira, Chief Technology Officer at Duvi Pensions, about the intersection of new technology and automation within regulation. The discussion explores how businesses in legal and financial sectors are adopting cutting-edge technologies to streamline regulatory proces...

Sophie Gould is joined by Terence Tan, Head of CMF Design at Electrolux, Anders Sachs, Head of CMF Design and Sustainable Transformation at Geely Design Centre, Caroline Jacob, Lead CMF Strategist at Seymourpowell, and Britta Morel, CMF Design Manager at Yanfeng Automotive, to explore how design leaders can drive sustainable change. They discuss how design, particularly CMF (Color, Material, and F...