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Kristiania is together with DNV Connect organizing a panel discussion "How geopolitics influences norwegian industries."

Date: 27th of March

Time: 16:45 - 19:15

Venue: Kirkegata 24

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Welcome to Kristiania and Company Talks! 

You are invited to Høyskolen Kristiania for an engaging evening of discussing how geopolitics affects Norwegian Industries. 

Co-hosted by DNV Connect and Høyskolen Kristiania.

Programme:

16:45: Venue Opens

17:00: Food and Mingling

17:45: Event introduction

17:50: Speaker's Presentations - Session 1

18:10: Panel Discussion - Session 1

18:30: Speaker's Presentations - Session 2

18:45: Panel Discussion - Session 2

19:15: Closing Remarks 

Panelists:

  • Henrik Anstorp is a Senior Consultant with a background in political research in the Middle East. Currently he is working with third-party risk management and geopolitical risk assessments at KPMG Norway. Previously, Henrik worked at the The Arab-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (ANCC) which promotes the development of sustainable and responsible business relations between the Middle East and Norway.
  • Geir Arild Engh-Hellesvik is a director at the Norwegian national security authority, specifically within defense against digital threats. He has had broad background in different strategy consulting and security roles.
  • Torunn Biller White is Chief Risk Officer and Managing Director at Gard, the World’s largest Maritime Insurance providers. In fact, 50% of all ships are insured by Gard. She has been working in risk throughout her career.
  • Andrii Shalaginov is an Associate Professor with the Department of Technology at Kristiania University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on the application of artificial intelligence for cybersecurity, including the detection of computer viruses, network attacks, and the protection of Internet of Things devices. He is also a member of the management committee for the European cooperation in science and technology (Cost) programme.
  • Eivind Finne Riley is the Safety Manager at Azane, overseeing safety in product developments and projects. Azane Fuel Solutions is developing the world's first ammonia bunkering terminals to contribute to the decarbonization of the shipping industry. Previously, Eivind developed class notation and safety requirements for ammonia as a fuel for ships at DNV. 
  • Enja Sethren is the Head of Government Affairs & Support Mechanisms at Scatec, which develops, builds, owns, and operates renewable energy plants across five continents. Enja has a background in humanitarian affairs, having worked for UN WFP, the Food Security Cluster, the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), the Council of Europe, and Plan International.
  • Rune Torhaug is the Director of EU Government and Public Affairs at DNV, which frequently brings him to Brussels. He has a background in Civil Engineering and holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University. Currently, Rune is diligently working to develop DNV's new strategy  

The event is moderated by Freya Pratt in DNV and Helene Timm in DNV.