Chats You Didn’t Know You Needed

In this episode of Chats You Didn't Know You Needed, host Stefan Eng sits down with Petra Barkeby from SEB and Åsa Johnsen from the Women in Tech organization to explore the reality of women in the technology industry today. Despite years of progress, women remain underrepresented in tech roles, leadership positions, and key decision-making spaces. Why is that? And more importantly, how can we drive real change? This conversation goes beyond the statistics—what challenges do women in tech still face, what's actually working in diversity efforts, and what can businesses, leaders, and individuals do to create a more inclusive industry? Whether you're working in tech, hiring tech talent, or just interested in innovation, this episode is for you.

In this thought-provoking episode of "Chats You Didn't Know You Needed," we dive into the topic of feedback culture in the workplace. Our host, Martina, engages in a compelling conversation with two distinguished guests: Lina Mockaité, feedback expert and HR Business Partner at SEB, and Maja Wikström, psychologist and Director of Leadership & Organizational Development at Nobia.   Together, they discuss why giving and receiving feedback is often perceived as hard, how to get a grip on it and proceed with calm and confidence. You will also get to know about feed-forward - the “new and improved” feedback. The 30-minute episode will equip you with new and deepened knowledge about the importance of having a structured feedback culture in place at work, and how you can excel in this field and build even stronger and more meaningful relationships with the people around you.   This episode promises to be an enlightening journey into the field of feedback culture, offering valuable insights for both personal growth and professional development. 

Join us in this compelling episode of Chats you didn't know you needed, as our host Martina leads a discussion on the forefront of cybersecurity in the banking sector. This episode features a unique panel of cybersecurity leaders: Kristoffer Sjöström, Chief Security Officer (CSO) at SEB; Petra Klein, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Swedbank; and Erik Blomberg, Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Handelsbanken. They navigate through the complexities of protecting sensitive data against evolving cyber threats, balancing individual corporate strategies with the necessity for industry-wide collaboration. As they share experiences and best practices, the conversation shifts to future challenges and opportunities in the realm of cybersecurity.

In this thought-provoking episode of "Chats You Didn't Know You Needed," we delve into the subtle yet pervasive world of unseen biases. Our host, Martina, engages in a compelling conversation with two distinguished guests: Sam Joukhadar, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at SEB, and Kajsa Asplund, Lead People Science at Alva Labs. Together, they explore the often-unnoticed biases that shape our society, workplaces, and personal interactions.  This 30-minute episode will not only uncover the hidden biases we all harbour but also discuss strategies to mitigate their impact in our professional and personal lives. 

In this episode we explore the crucial topics of diversity and sustainable finance and their impact on career development, company culture, and innovative approaches. Meet  Robert Vicsai, a Portfolio Manager at SEB Investment Management focused on Sustainable finance, and Elisabet Jamal Bergström, Head of Sustainability and Governance at SEB Investment Management.

In this episode our moderator, Martina, leads an engaging discussion on the importance of learning and development in the workplace. Meet Gabriela, a learning and development partner at SEB and Jonas, the head of leadership and change at Telia, a leading telecommunications company.

In this episode we explore the dynamic synergy between SEBx and W.A.S.P., a major national initiative for strategically motivated basic research, education, and faculty recruitment. We unravel the untold stories, lessons learned, and innovative approaches shaping these organizations. Meet Anastasia Varava, the Deputy CEO of functions & VC at SEBx, and Johanna Björklund, Co-Founder and CTO at Adlede, as well as an Industrial PhD advisor at W.A.S.P.

In this episode, host Martina is joined by SEB's cloud experts, Victor and Fredrik Söderlund, to explore the transformative power of cloud technology in the workplace. They'll dive into how cloud tech is reshaping business operations, collaboration, and innovation, with real-life insights from SEB's experience. Expect a lively discussion on the benefits, challenges, and career impacts of cloud adoption. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the future of work in the cloud era!