The Impact Stories

September 18, 2024 08:45–12:00 Helsingborg Arena Directions

Let’s seize this moment! The summit gathers together hundreds of committed and passionate collaborators at the same venue, all dedicated to driving tech, green and social change.

By diving into real-world experiences, stories, and learnings from diverse sectors, we’ll spark unexpected collaborations and uncover new opportunities. We’ll also explore bold “what if” scenarios, envisioning various possible futures.

Uncovering the real essence of “impact” and “disruptive innovation” for those leading the charge. How we can leverage their potential to transform the world around us at every touchpoint. And get real about using our powers for good while creating business value.

08:45 – 10:00

Welcome to the second day of the summit! We re-gather in the Arena, and dive into The Impact Stories.

The Main Room

ERIK FERNHOLM

Transforming mental well-being into a global movement

Imagine a digital platform democratising access to science-based psychological tools, fostering inner development as the key to driving social change and sustainability. Led by visionary leaders, 29k built a digital platform called Aware transforming mental well-being into a global movement for a thriving, sustainable world.

The Main Room

DAVID JUAREZ & DAVID BRAVO

WikiHabitat: The Industrial Revolution of Green, Affordable Housing

What if affordable housing could drive urban regeneration, reduce emissions, and foster innovation in sustainable building? This groundbreaking approach is already transforming cities, using cutting-edge timber prefabrication to lower costs, create quality jobs, and revolutionise housing for a greener, more innovative future.

Grab a coffee and join in dynamic conversations with fellow participants.

This is more than just a break—it’s your chance to reflect, network, and exchange ideas with other innovators. Use this time to spark new collaborations and build connections that could drive your next big project. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn insights into action!

10:35 – 12:00

Get ready to dive deep into impact stories with dynamic sessions across multiple blocks. From circular economy to AI, sociology to economics, gaming to culture—this is your chance to soak up inspiration from across the globe and discover real-world examples of creating game-changing impact.

Pick the stories that resonate with you or step outside your comfort zone and explore something entirely new to gain fresh perspectives.

The Main Room

ERLAND RIIS, Circular Business Architect

Thumbs Up for Circular Packaging!

Can reusable packaging revolutionise the food industry while being both eco-friendly and profitable? Hear the story that uncovers how practical solutions, combined with innovative business strategies, are driving the adoption of sustainable packaging for a greener future.

The Bubble

FÁBIO DUARTE, Associate Director at MIT Senseable City Lab

From Concept to Commercialization: The ROBOAT Impact Story

From collaboration to commercialisation, ROBOAT, a startup and a Global Lab, is revolutionising urban mobility. Fabio Duarte shares how smart city technology innovation shapes the future of sustainable, efficient urban living.

The Foyer

SOFIA STRID, Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Work Science, University of Gothenburg

Co-creation for Solutions to Wicked Problems

How can co-creation tackle complexed wicked problems and drive meaningful innovation? Sofia’s journey reveals a step-by-step guide to successful co-creation, offering actionable insights into designing impactful, collaborative solutions.

The Main Room

ANDERS ÖSTLUND, CEO at Öresundskraft

Electrifying the Transport Sector: Cars, Boats, Buses, and now Trucks (held in Swedish)

Driving leadership in electrifying transportation is simplifying the path to sustainability, breaking down barriers, and empowering local communities to achieve global goals. Anders’s work highlights how accessible innovation can drive wide-scale environmental impact.

The Bubble

CHELSEA COLLIER, Founder of Digi.City

Do We Want to Create Smart Cities? If Yes, Why?

Explore how smart city technology, from AI to global frameworks, can foster inclusive, ethical urban development. This session invites leaders to rethink their roles in shaping sustainable and smart cities to influence more positive outcomes on a global and a local level.

The Foyer

STEFAN PERSSON, Strategic developer at Tomelilla kommun

Unfortunately Stefan has fallen ill and will not be able to join the Summit as speaker. Please visit our Event Programme for updates.

Can Doughnut Economics Help Municipalities Navigate in the Complex Area of Sustainability?

Explore how smart city technology, from AI to global frameworks, can foster inclusive, ethical urban development. This session invites leaders to rethink their roles in shaping sustainable and smart cities to influence more positive global and local level outcomes.

The Main Room

FREDRIK BLOMQVIST, Founder at FundForward & Institute for Transition, Impact & Effect Invest, Circular strategist & Actionizer

How I invested in RE-USE, to show circularity in reality

How Fredrik started to invest in Circularity – (the difference between theory and reality) – lessons learned, what if, and what the future holds.

The Bubble

OLENA PAVLYUK, Director of the Lviv Bureau of European Integration in Ukraine

Lviv’s UNBROKEN ecosystem drives innovations

Discover how Lviv’s UNBROKEN ecosystem is driving forward transformative innovations that do more than just rebuild—they redefine the possibilities of recovery and resilience in a world shaped by war.

The Foyer

KARL SERGEL, Co-founder & CEO at Fuzed

Gaming as a Tool for Social Impact and Wellbeing

FUZED is reshaping the gaming world by merging physical activity with play, showing that gaming can drive positive social change, turning a sedentary pastime into a global movement for younger generations. The vision is to empower the next generation to solve our existing challenges.

The Main Room

KATHERINE RADEKA, Founder and CEO of Rapid Learning Cycles

We Can Accelerate Net Zero: Commit Early, Learn Fast, Stay Flexible

Gain practical insights on the adoption of solar energy with a groundbreaking platform that brought the right products to market faster and explore how businesses can fast-track their journey to net zero through innovation and technology.

The Bubble

JESPER BRANDIN, Marketing Manager, Nowaste Logistics AB

It Was Better Tomorrow

Explore how cutting-edge technologies are transforming urban logistics from innovative technologies transforming city infrastructure to future trends enabling smarter, more sustainable urban living. This story delves into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of efficient, eco-friendly urban living.

The Foyer

NIKLAS CARLSSON, Head of Commercial Nordic Sea Farm

A New Blue Regenerative Industry

Niklas will share his story from working at the H&M Group and buying Hello Kitty Socks at massive scale to farming Seaweed at the Swedish West Coast. And explain why we need more: SELL or DIE Mentally in the impact world.

Niklas and Nordic SeaFarm is driven byt the vision to create a new Blue Regenerative Industry with a base in the salty waters outside Grebbestad, reaching out on a Global Scale. Recently securing Inter IKEA as one of the Investors to join the ride.

The Main

ED SYNNOTT, Director, City Strategy and JANE MCLAUGHLIN, Director, Digital & Engagement, The Lunar Works & Tynos Consulting

Navigating Transformative Systems Innovation: From London 2012 to NetZeroCities and Beyond

Can large-scale systems innovation drive a regenerative climate-neutral economy? This journey from London 2012 to NetZeroCities highlights how creative governance and forward-thinking strategies are essential for building a climate-neutral future. Learn how multi-lens, creative, and future-focused strategies are essential for navigating the unknown and achieving impactful outcomes.

The Bubble

MIKE HASTEWELL, CEO of The e-Miles Company

Eco-friendly Mobility Reducing Pollution and Noise For Smarter City Living

e-Miles is pioneering urban mobility with an electrified, 3D-printed solution that seamlessly transports both people and goods, setting new standards for sustainability. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs of being a first mover in innovative urban transport.

The Foyer

JONAS BOUTANI WERNER, Massvis, REBECKA JANOLS and ELLEN GRAHN, Umeå Municipality

Sustainable transition – ensuring local engagement – the case of Umeå Together

Massvis, an innovative NGO, partnered with the northern city of Umeå to build a digital platform to boost local engagement by connecting cities, grassroots initiatives, and funders. Now available nationwide, this game-changing tool is opening new possibilities for collaboration and innovation across Sweden.

Lunch Break: Refuel and Reconnect

Enjoy a delicious, sustainably sourced lunch while engaging in meaningful conversations with fellow participants. This is your chance to dive deeper into discussions, share insights, and network with other innovators in a relaxed setting. Use this time to build new connections, brainstorm fresh ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Make the most of this eco-friendly midday pause to refuel both your body and your mind, and return ready to turn ideas into action!

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