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The Swedish Chamber of Commerce was very proud to welcome business executives, entrepreneurs, politicians, and academics from both Sweden and the Netherlands to the Executive Sustainability Breakfast on May 30, 2024, at the beautiful residence of H.E. Ambassador of Sweden Mr. Johannes Oljelund in The Hague.
This exclusive event featured the inspiring speech “IKEA: taking action to pave the way for another 80 years” by Pär Stenmark, Chief Sustainability Officer at Inter IKEA Group, who presented IKEA’s comprehensive sustainability strategy aimed at transforming the company into a circular business, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting a fair and equal society.
Participants engaged in open dialogue on sustainable business practices, corporate social responsibility, and environmental leadership while enjoying a wonderful breakfast prepared by the residency. The meeting provided a supportive environment for learning and innovation, fostering new ideas and partnerships.
The Swedish Chamber would like to warmly thank H.E Ambassador of Sweden Mr. Johannes Oljelund for his hospitality and the lovely breakfast and Pär Stenmark for sharing his expertise on sustainability. We look forward to the continuous active conversation on sustainability with the Swedish Chamber network!
Want to learn more?
Click here to download IKEA’s Climate Report FY2023
Click here to download IKEA’s Sustainability Report FY2023
Keynote Speaker:
Pär Stenmark, Chief Sustainability Officer at Inter IKEA Group
‘IKEA : taking action to pave the way for another 80 years’
Pär Stenmark is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Inter IKEA Group – covering the IKEA product and food range, supply, production and franchising. In his role, he leads the global IKEA sustainability strategy, which includes transitioning IKEA into a circular business, drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions, regenerating resources, protecting ecosystems, improving biodiversity, creating a fair and equal society and enabling healthy and sustainable living.
About the Annual Swedish Chamber Sustainability Breakfast
Each year, the Sustainability Breakfast serves as an essential forum for networking and collaboration. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of leaders, including entrepreneurs, politicians, and academics from both Sweden and the Netherlands. This blend of perspectives fosters a rich dialogue, driving forward-thinking solutions and partnerships in the realm of sustainability.
Participants can look forward to engaging discussions, informative presentations, and the chance to deepen their understanding of sustainability challenges and innovations. Whether you’re looking to forge new business connections or gain fresh insights into sustainable practices, the Swedish Chamber Annual Sustainability Breakfast promises to be an invaluable experience.
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The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all participants for contributing to the success of the Swedish Chamber Patron Dinner on November 22, 2016. We cordially thank H.E. Ambassador of Sweden and Honorary Chairman of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mr. Per Holmström for hosting the Patron Dinner 2016 and Mr. Jeroen van der Veer, ING Keynote speaker and Honorary Guest, for sharing his experiences and introducing the Round Table discussions.
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