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Meet Björn Atterstam, Mentor for the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024! Björn Atterstam is an educator, facilitator, and leadership expert. His work explores the human condition in the modern world - how we live, lead, and develop in an increasingly complex, uncertain, and interconnected world. He partners with well-known organizations to help challenge their thinking, evolve their assumptions, and improve when and where it matters. Björn has held senior leadership positions with international management consultancies and corporations. Over the last thirty years, he has advised or trained thousands of leaders worldwide. In his last corporate role in London, he was responsible for developing talent, leadership, and culture at Prudential Plc, a highly regarded financial services group. Björn is also a researcher and faculty member at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. He is responsible for the Personal Leadership Development (PLD) course for full-time and executive MBA students. His research interests reside in the intersection of psychological functioning and organizational performance. Welcome to join Björnand our esteemed cohort of mentors by signing up as a mentor in the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2024. We are also welcoming applications for mentees. The deadline is today, February 28, 2024. Read more and sign up .

A recent report from the Swedish Institute, a public agency dedicated to fostering global interest and trust in Sweden, underscores the enduring strength of Swedish competitiveness across various key areas including investment, export, talent attraction, sustainability, and innovation. Despite its size, Sweden has impressively secured the 8th position in the World Competitiveness Ranking 2023, highlighting its significant global influence. Key highlights from the report reveal Sweden's remarkable credibility in driving the green transition, reflected in its top-ranking positions in prestigious indices such as the Nation Brands Index 2023, Global Soft Power Index, and Best Countries survey. This solidifies Sweden's reputation as a leading player in environmental initiatives, offering a competitive edge for Swedish exports and attracting investment and talent. Furthermore, Sweden maintains a robust international reputation, characterized by reliability and innovation, fostering trust and collaboration with global partners. Its resilient economic performance in 2023, evidenced by positive indicators like GDP growth and employment rates, underscores Sweden's economic stability amidst global challenges. Sweden's skills in innovation and technology continue to shine, positioning the nation as a frontrunner in green technology, digitalization, and research. Notably, Sweden ranks 2nd in the Global Innovation Index 2023, further solidifying its status as a global innovation leader. Lastly, Sweden's attractive business environment, marked by stability, transparency, and adherence to the rule of law, further bolsters its competitiveness, making it an appealing destination for entrepreneurship and investment. Download the report (only available in Swedish).