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Curious about what it’s like to kickstart your career in an environment full of creativity, innovation, and growth opportunities? This autumn, we’ll be visiting Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Handelsh��yskolen BI, and Copenhagen Business School. Come by our stand and let's talk!

At Arendalsuka, we brought together leaders from business and sports to discuss what it really takes to go from local success to global impact. The conversation touched on ambition, culture, perseverance, and risk-taking — and the mindset shift needed if Norway is to compete on the world stage. Thanks to Kristin Skogen Lund, Aksel Svindal, Erik Salvador MD, and Christer Björk for sharing sharp insights. 

This week, we're at Arendalsuka, Norway's largest political gathering, hosting two thought-provoking sessions together with some of Scandinavia's sharpest minds. Here's a sneak peek of the intro to Thursday's panel. While Sweden keeps producing global brands, Norway continues to lag behind. Why? – With Kristin Skogen Lund, Erik Salvador MD, Aksel Svindal, Eirik Bergesen, and Christer Björk. – Wednesday, 10:30 at Bystyresalen. Norway in 2050: A peek into the future. – With Aksel Braanen Sterri, Oda Oline Omdal, Eirik Bergesen, and Vetle Slagsvold Støre. – Thursday, 14:00 at Bakgården. Will we see you there? More about the discussions: https://lnkd.in/geNDbdji https://lnkd.in/gYctZUia

Are you a student soon about to finish your studies, curious about how strategy, technology, and creativity can be combined? Then this programme is for you. Here's a chance to kickstart your career with our brand new Eidra Norway Graduate Programme, starting August 2026 in Oslo. The programme is a unique opportunity where you'll rotate through three different companies, each with its own expertise, culture, and working methods—all within the Eidra group. You'll receive close mentoring and a clear path forward, allowing you to develop both professionally and personally. Apply now for a chance to join us on a journey towards an exciting career in the consulting industry. https://lnkd.in/dUme39SN

Our AI Lead Fredrik Holmén joined a panel on Responsible AI at the ShapeShift Summit in Chicago, alongside Brian W. (Grainger), Jeff H. (Far Eastern Group), and moderator Kelly Franznick (BlinkUX). Together, they discussed how organizations can leverage AI to drive real impact and measure success—while staying true to human values. Here are a few takeaways that resonated with us from the conference. Thanks a lot to Albert Shum and Anijo Mathew at Institute of Design (ID) for hosting, and to all presenters for sharing valuable insights. Rohit Prasad (Amazon), Jai Shekhawat (SAP Fieldglass), Ryan Powell (Waymo), Moneta Ho Kushner and Avani Agarwal (WhatsApp), Chelsea Pratt (ThoughtFull), Abdulaziz AlJaziri (Dubai Future Foundation), Anamitra Deb (Omidyar Network), Anurag Duddu and Jessica Meharry (Institute of Design), 佐宗 邦威kunitake Saso and Kazumasa Yamada (Biotope), Dr. Amit Kundal (FLAME), Dr. Ravi Mahamuni (TCS), Jon Friedman, Ruth kikin-Gil and Liz Danzico (Microsoft), Amy Guterman (Salesforce), Daniela Vélez and Mariana Andrade Pinet (Institute of Design / Signals), Ashley Lukasik and Alexandra Bishop (Murmur Ring), TB Bardlavens (Adobe), Ellie Kemery (SAP), Terry Williams-Willcock (Rush), Robin Kwong (Yahoo News), Judd Morgenstern (Partners Resolute). Read more about the ShapeShift Summit here: https://lnkd.in/gdaQyYrw

We are thrilled to welcome elaboratum as the latest addition to our collective. With this step, Eidra enters the DACH region, reinforcing our growth journey in Europe. elaboratum will strengthen Eidra's core digital consulting services by contributing their extensive expertise in digital strategy, behavioural economics, data, and AI. Welcome elaboratum! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dmDmrskT elaboratum GmbH, elaboratum Suisse, Marco Schulz, Elin Kiw, Rainer Volland, Christer Björk, Klaus Gutknecht, Frida Lundh, Mattias Olofsson, Joachim Stalph, Philipp Spreer, Thorsten Bento Harras

Business resilience is a leadership responsibility. In his keynote at the Eidra Executive Summit, Erik Salvador MD shared practical lessons on building resilient teams and organizations—drawn from own experience. Swipe for the essentials.

We are pleased to announce that Essense, the Dutch customer experience agency, is the next company to join Eidra. With its focus on technology, data, consulting and creativity, Essense will be a valuable addition to the group. Welcome! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dDr26rba Essense, Mattias Olofsson, Arthur Buring, Sander Kruitwagen, Harald Lamberts, Wietske Rodenhuis, Andreas Andersson

Culture, capital, and courage are shaping the future of business. At the Eidra Executive Summit, Reynir Indahl, Alexandra Fürst ♦️, and Anna Wikland shared how purpose-driven companies can outperform—even in tough times.

Distributed leadership, trust, and transparent collaboration are at the heart of Europe’s resilience. We were honoured to host Ambassador Samantha Job and Hans Stråberg for a panel discussion on Geopolitics and the Scandinavian shift at the Eidra Executive Summit. Swipe for key insights.