At SelectionF we are passionate about growing the base of highly qualified female board candidates in the Nordic region. SelectionF builds bridges between female candidates and the modern boards. SelectionF is a non-profit initiative.
SelectionF mediates the contact between competent and experienced businesswomen with companies, who wish to move with the times. We help boards make the active choice. We operate across the entirety of the Nordics and our candidates are personally screened, interviewed and validated, based on competencies and experience.
From march 2025 SelectionF has taken over Styrelisten, and we now represents over 1300 Nordic female board candidates. See press release here
The demand for female board candidates has increased exponentially and our demand for candidates are constantly growing. We have placed candidates in companies such as RICE A/S, Nordic Wood Industries and Spectre A/S
We maintain a strong focus on a value-creating board. Based on your own strategic ambition, we offer a professional and structured process to find and identify your next board candidate. SelectionF offers matchmaking, and we can also support initial board clarification, if desired.
I am deeply impressed with the level of SelectionF candidates
To think I’ve been in the industry my whole life and I only knew 1 of the 6 candidates I was introduced to
I am very impressed by the quality of your candidates and the process
We initially planned to bring on just one new board member, but the quality of candidates presented to us was overwhelmingly good. As a result, we decided to welcome 4 new board members
SelectionF’s ability to find the required skills was completely spot on
Jørgen has over 30 years of professional experience as a CEO in an international context in global companies across cultures. Industry-wise, he has predominantly worked within Oil Service, Shipping, IT and production – typically male-dominated industries. Here, he has consistently worked to increase diversity in the companies.
Mikkel F. Birn is the founder and CEO in Birn & Partners, an international consultancy company focusing on Board Education, Executive Search, Leadership Development. Birn & Partners are 70 consultants in 10 European countries helping executives with tomorrows challenges.
Denmark – Sweden – Norway – Finland – Baltics – UK – Germany – Netherlands – Switzerland – Italy
Former Danish Prime Minister, Helle Thorning-Schmidt, is a board member of SelectionF. She also serves on various corporate boards in Denmark, the UK and the US, such as Vestas, Carsoe and Safelane Global.
Mie is a sought-after Danish board member who works as chairman, deputy chairman and member of more than 10 boards in listed and owner-managed companies. The basis for Mie’s board work is a background as Brand, Marketing and Commercial Manager for several of the country’s largest companies – including KiMs, LEGO, JYSK, BILKA and IDdesign.
As a global accounting and consulting company EY is committed to supporting diversity in business and has a general focus on supporting the increasing professionalization of all boards. EY supports SelectionF in hosting numerous events where candidates and boards can meet, greet and get aquinted – contributing to one of the largest gaps in the board scene across the Nordics – raising awaness of all the potential women who are ready to serve on boards.
As an international Executive Search and consultancy firm, Birn+Partners is recognized as our preferred partner, and excels in facilitating comprehensive clarifications and searches for C-level and board positions. Additionally, Birn+Partners supports SelectionF in expanding its presence beyond Denmark by leveraging local executive networks and connections
As a member organization of a large share of the danish corporate scene DI is supporting SelectionF in accessing and communicating to active and future oriented boards who are ready to raise the level of diversity through adding or replacing positions with female candidates. SelectionF offers all members of DI access to the database and help in identifying relevant candidates to their defined needs.
As one of Denmark’s most active private equity funds, Dansk Ejerkapital is dedicated to strengthening small and medium-sized businesses by providing capital and strategic guidance. As a minority investor, Dansk Ejerkapital works closely with business owners to unlock their full potential and create long-term value. Recognizing the importance of diverse leadership, Dansk Ejerkapital supports SelectionF in its mission to increase the representation of women in boardrooms, fostering stronger and more dynamic companies.
