Leadership comes with complex challenges, and often the toughest moments are the ones we rarely discuss. This event brings together two powerful perspectives on navigating those challenges: one that delves into the internal struggles of leaders, and another that addresses the legal and organizational aspects of parting ways with top executives. Together, these presentations provide a comprehensive look at both the personal and professional sides of leadership transitions.

Anita Sundby – What Leaders Don’t Talk About (Book)

Anita Sundby, with over 30 years of experience in leadership positions at some of the largest companies in the Nordics, presents key insights from her acclaimed book What Leaders Don’t Talk About. The book, which has garnered significant attention in Norway and internationally, addresses taboo topics gathered from interviews with 70 top leaders and experts. As the role of a leader grows more complex and demanding in an unpredictable world, Sundby argues that we must start discussing the difficult issues—our insecurities, fears of failure, being scapegoated, and losing our jobs—in order to find greater security.

Nina Wedsted, DLA Piper Denmark – How to Say Goodbye to Top Executives & Severance Agreements

Nina Wedsted, a renowned expert in employment and labour law, will discuss the delicate matter of parting ways with top executives. With extensive experience advising both Danish and international clients, and recognized by Chambers and The Legal 500, Nina will share her expertise on this difficult dialogue which will include severance terms and agreements, communication, non-competition clauses, and other key topics in executive transitions. As someone who has represented cases before the Danish Supreme Court and acted as an arbitrator, Nina brings valuable legal and strategic perspectives to handling these challenging situations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a candid discussion about the difficult conversations leaders and organizations need to have but often avoid.

Details

Date: January 9^th

Location: DLA Piper, Copenhagen

Time: 16.30 – 18.30