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Klarna lists on the New York Stock Exchange

September 10, 2025

Swedish company Klarna debuts on the NYSE as KLAR - Now everyone can own a piece of the next generation of personal finance

New York, NY, September 10, 2025 - Klarna, the global digital bank and flexible payments provider, is officially live on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker “KLAR.”

CEO and co-founder Sebastian Siemiatkowski marked the occasion by livestreaming the bell-ringing ceremony on Instagram Live and X, sharing the moment with employees, partners, merchants, customers, and investors who have all contributed to Klarna’s success. Together, they celebrated this milestone, now everyone can own a piece of the next generation of personal finance.

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Cindy Kroon new CEO Vattenfall Nederland

September 9, 2025

Cindy Kroon has been appointed new CEO of Vattenfall N.V., Netherlands, from September 8, 2025. Cindy’s former role on the Executive Board, as Chief Commercial Officer, will be merged into the CEO function.

Cindy Kroon: “The energy transition in the Netherlands is at a challenging stage. On the one hand, the transition is in full swing; we are working hard on increasingly sustainable energy production, and more and more customers are switching to sustainable solutions. At the same time, with progress comes new challenges in terms of affordability, security of supply, and political and societal support. Keeping the energy transition moving forward – and even accelerating it – requires courage and perseverance. That is what I, together with Vattenfall Netherlands, stand for. To represent the talented colleagues at Vattenfall Netherlands as CEO in driving the energy transition further is therefore a great honour.” Anna Borg, President and CEO of Vattenfall: “Cindy Kroon is an inspiring leader, and I am delighted that she is taking on this role, in which she will represent and further shape our organisation. The Netherlands is a core market for Vattenfall, and Cindy’s dedication, deep expertise, and commitment to supporting our customers in their sustainability journeys make her an excellent ambassador for Vattenfall in the Netherlands.” Cindy has been with Vattenfall for 22 years and has been a member of the Executive Board since 2022 as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Together with Alexander van Ofwegen, Chief Financial Officer for Vattenfall in the Netherlands, she now forms the two-member Executive Board of Vattenfall N.V., Netherlands. The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands extends its warmest congratulations to Cindy Kroon, Member of the Board of the Swedish Chamber, on her appointment as CEO of Vattenfall N.V. Netherlands, and wishes her every success in her new role. Photo credits: Hans Peter van Velthoven

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Sold out! Diversity in Tech Breakfast

September 9, 2025

Diversity in Tech Breakfast "As resistance to D&I gains traction globally, could this be Europe’s opportunity to lead by example?" Sold out! We’re delighted by the strong interest in our September 11 event – thank you to everyone who registered. Looking forward to powerful discussions with Swedish and Dutch experts on how D&I can drive innovation and long-term success in European tech. Link to the event to read more - See upcoming events to secure your spot for the next interesting event.

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Petra Zachrisson Beets appointed new CEO of the Swedish Chamber

September 1, 2025

Petra Zachrisson Beets appointed as the new CEO of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands We are honoured to welcome Petra Zachrisson Beets as the new CEO of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands, effective 1 September 2025. Boasting 30 years of experience in communication and PR, Petra Zachrisson Beets now steps into the role of CEO of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. A native Swede, Petra has lived and worked in the Netherlands since 1999, when she joined the Marketing Department of IKEA Netherlands. From 2013, she went on to run her own company in PR and digital marketing, before spending the past five years as Communication, Culture and Sweden Promotion Officer at the Embassy of Sweden in The Hague. In this role, she has worked closely with the Swedish Chamber, co-organising several events and projects, including the Business Climate Survey. With her in-depth knowledge of both the Swedish and Dutch markets, she is well-positioned to ensure a smooth transition and deliver great value to the Swedish Chamber members. “It’s with great joy I today start my new assignment as CEO of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce. My first focus will be on further strengthening our role as a bridge builder between the Dutch and Swedish business communities and in between members. Drawing on my background both as an entrepreneur and through my experience working with large Swedish companies, my ambition is to make the Swedish Chamber resilient and future-proof together with the members. I very much look forward to future collaborations and to personally meet all of you at our upcoming events!“ Petra Zachrisson Beets, CEO Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. “I am very pleased to welcome Petra Zachrisson Beets as the new CEO of Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands from September 1, 2025 and wish her lots of success in her new role. With her vision, energy, and commitment, I am convinced that the Chamber will continue to grow and thrive in the years ahead.” Kerstin Gerlagh, Former CEO Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. “We are delighted to announce that Petra Zachrisson Beets will take on the role of CEO at the Chamber starting September 1. We warmly welcome Petra, who has been a close relation to the Swedish Chamber in her various roles over many years.” Jan B. Sundelin, Chairperson Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands. A warm Welcome to the Swedish Chamber, Petra!

Kerstin Gerlagh, Former CEO & Petra Zachrisson Beets, CEO and beautiful flowers to welcome Petra on her first day!

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Swedish Chamber Proudly Presents Annika Ramsköld Chief Sustainability Officer Vattenfall as Speaker for December Flagship event

September 1, 2025

Annika Ramsköld is Chief Sustainability Officer at Vattenfall. The past years she has been elected one of ”Sweden's Most Powerful People in Sustainability" (by Aktuellt Hållbarhet and its readers) and is on Futur/io Institute’s list of Europe’s top 100 CSOs . As head of sustainability, she is responsible to ensure sustainability is fully integrated into all Vattenfall’s processes, decision making and into the daily work, as well as supported by clear targets, policies and strategies.

Ramsköld has a Master of Science degree from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and has worked in Vattenfall for over 30 years with a wide range of assignments from R&D and business development to sales, trading, marketing and strategy. Her more recent positions are as VP Market Strategy and Business Development (MS&BD), VP CEO Office. As VP MS&BD, she initiated and ran two major business development programs; e-mobility and sustainable cities. Ramsköld holds, and has held, many board assignments as chair or board member e.g. Sveaskog, CSR Sweden, JV “Volvo-Vattenfall Plug-in-hybrid company”, Global Compact Network Sweden, Värtan Gas, Klimatum. Ramsköld is also active in many industry associations and working groups including the First Movers Coalition.

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Swedish Chamber Proudly Presents Britta Wyss Bisang as Moderator for flagship event December

August 30, 2025

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce proudly presents Britta Wyss Bisang as the Moderator of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability & Innovation Summit on December 4, 2025. Britta Wyss Bisang is a sustainability executive with over 20 years of international experience in ESG strategy, sustainable supply chains, public affairs, marketing, and communications. She has served on the executive teams of Schoeller Allibert and the Rainforest Alliance, where she shaped global sustainability strategies and certification systems, while fostering impactful multi-stakeholder collaboration. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of UEBT - Sourcing with Respect, and previously chaired the Board of ISEAL, the global alliance for sustainability standards. Of Swedish and Swiss origin, Britta holds an Executive MBA from IMD in Switzerland and a Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences from ETH Zurich. She combines business acumen with a background in environmental sciences and a deep commitment to advancing sustainability through innovation, collaboration, and credible impact. For more information of the Swedish Chamber Sustainability & Innovation Summit and to book tickets click here:

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The ‘most boring’ bank in the Netherlands does not want to be in the spotlight at all

August 28, 2025

News about Swedish Chamber Patron Member Handelsbanken. Bullewijk in Amsterdam Southeast. A city neighborhood with mostly concrete and wide roads, there's barely a tree in sight. It doesn't seem like the most obvious location for Handelsbanken, which is best known in residential villages like Heemstede, Laren, and Bloemendaal. "We're a bit dull. That's what suits us best. Focused on the long term and cautious," says CEO Roland van Pooij. Swedish bank Handelsbanken, known for its quiet presence, now has 27 Dutch branches—more than ABN Amro. It has focused on mortgages for affluent clients but is now expanding into wealth management. CEO Roland van Pooij stresses their decentralised approach, where local bankers assess clients personally. Marketing is minimal, visibility low, but growth steady. Handelsbanken remains committed to long-term relationships and avoiding the spotlight. Read the full article from FD .

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