--- title: "Podcast" url: "https://generogrowth.com/category/podcast/" language: "en-GB" --- # Podcast 43 results. - [Posti’s IPO, why CEOs fail, strategy mistakes, AI’s real impact](https://generogrowth.com/sanna-suvanto-harsaae-2/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae 1. Great leadership requires clarity, focus, and the courage to make hard decisions Sanna argues… - [E-commerce in 2026: what it takes to win](https://generogrowth.com/aida-jammal/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Aida Jammal 1. Profitability has replaced “growth at all costs” The days when a fast-growing consumer brand could raise… - [Lessons learned from 140+ startup investments](https://generogrowth.com/kim-vaisanen/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Kim Väisänen 1. Angel investing is an index game Kim has made over 140 startup investments, and his biggest lesson is… - [Lessons learned from IPO and 125M€ VC fund](https://generogrowth.com/tom-even-mortensen/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Tom Even Mortensen 1. Grit, timing, and curiosity beat any playbook Tom’s first startup nearly failed multiple times… - [Klarna’s growth story with Head of Nordics Björn Bryngelson](https://generogrowth.com/bjorn-bryngelson/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Björn Bryngelson 1. Growth comes from bold bets and adaptation Klarna’s journey shows the power of making big moves… - [Monika Liikamaa: building one of Europe’s top fintech companies](https://generogrowth.com/monika-liikamaa/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Monika Liikamaa 1. Entrepreneurship is a mindset, not a title Monika didn’t start Enfuce because she wanted to be a… - [From founder to investor: Ilkka Kivimäki on lessons learned and future bets](https://generogrowth.com/ilkka-kivimaki/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Ilkka Kivimäki 1. Early investing is a gut game, not a consensus play When you invest at seed stage, there’s rarely… - [Backing the next generation of Finnish growth companies](https://generogrowth.com/pia-lemmetty/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Pia Lemmetty Finland needs more late-stage funding to unlock scale While Finland’s startup scene is vibrant and… - [Leading the Nordics’ biggest fitness chain](https://generogrowth.com/sondre-gravir/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Sondre Gravir Engagement drives retention, and retention drives business results SATS places a strong focus on keeping… - [Backing deep tech startups that are changing the world](https://generogrowth.com/inka-mero/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Inka Mero Commercializing science can be a bigger lever than inventing it The Nordics are rich in top-tier research, but… - [Transforming Veritas and why Finland must reform](https://generogrowth.com/carl-haglund/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Carl Haglund Even in regulated industries, customer experience can be your biggest advantage Veritas operates in a… - [Lessons from building a 500M SEK consulting business](https://generogrowth.com/pernilla-ramslov/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Pernilla Ramslöv Loving Leadership Isn’t Fluffy, It’s Effective Pernilla believes great leadership starts with a genuine… - [What it takes to build a successful startup](https://generogrowth.com/jussi-kallasvuo/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Jussi Kallasvuo Start with the problem, not the product Many early-stage founders jump into building solutions too… - [Building Europe’s top leadership event with Nordic Business Forum co-founder Hans-Peter Siefen](https://generogrowth.com/hans-peter-siefen/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Hans-Peter “Hape” Siefen Start Small, Think Big Hape began hosting local evening seminars in Jyväskylä with only Finnish… - [Risto Siilasmaa – lessons from dot-com bubble, transforming Nokia, and investing in unicorns](https://generogrowth.com/risto-siilasmaa/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Risto Siilasmaa Focus and Integrity Drive Long-Term Success One of Risto’s biggest lessons came during the dot-com… - [Building the world’s fastest-growing boat brand with Saxdor CEO Erna Rusi](https://generogrowth.com/erna-rusi/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Erna Rusi 1. Hitting the market sweet spot Saxdor’s rapid growth comes from hitting a unique “sweet spot” in the market. - [Growth & dialogue in the stakeholder economy with Miltton’s Fredrik Heinonen](https://generogrowth.com/fredrik-heinonen/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Fredrik Heinonen 1. Navigating different stages of growth Fredrik joined Miltton when it was a small team of just four… - [Building a European food powerhouse with Paulig CEO Rolf Ladau](https://generogrowth.com/rolf-ladau/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Rolf Ladau 1. Expanding International Footprint Paulig is focused on expanding its presence in international markets… - [50: 100M€ turnaround in early childhood education with Pilke CEO Mari Puoskari](https://generogrowth.com/mari-puoskari/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Mari Puoskari 1. Prioritizing employee well-being Mari emphasizes the critical importance of employee well-being in the… - [49: Minister Anders Adlercreutz on state ownership & aid, Fortum/Uniper, SSAB investment and more](https://generogrowth.com/anders-adlercreutz/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Anders Adlercreutz 1. Balancing State Ownership and Market Competition Anders shared the challenges of overseeing… - [48: Silmäasema & other growth stories with Antti Kummu from CapMan](https://generogrowth.com/antti-kummu/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Antti Kummu 1. The Role of Detailed Metrics in Business Success One of the significant points Antti emphasized was the… - [47: Building a $2.55 billion startup with Oura co-founder Petteri Lahtela](https://generogrowth.com/petteri-lahtela/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Petteri Lahtela 1. Global mindset from day one Petteri’s extensive experience in international markets before founding… - [46: Jyri Engeström on startups, investing, and building the future](https://generogrowth.com/jyri-engestrom/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Jyri Engeström 1. Characteristics of a Successful VC Investor Jyri Engeström emphasized that the most successful venture… - [\#45: From profitability to exceptional growth with Christoffer Rutgersson](https://generogrowth.com/christoffer-rutgersson/): 3 takeaways from the conversation with Christoffer Rutgersson 1. Strategic Acquisitions and Hyper-Growth: A Recipe for Innovation Rutgersson’s tenure at… - [How Boxbollen became a global sensation #42](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-the-founders-of-boxbollen/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Jacob and Victor Eriksson, the founders of Boxbollen. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [How to create an innovative company – Alf Rehn #41](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-alf-rehn/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Alf Rehn. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Lars Silberbauer: Challenging the smartphone industry #40](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-hmd-global-cmo-lars-silberbauer/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Lars Silberbauer, the CMO of HMD Global. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Fredrik Skantze: 39 Building a global SaaS company with Funnel CEO](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-funnel-founder-ceo-fredrik-skantze/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Fredrik Skantze, the CEO and co-founder of Funnel. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [3 takeaways from BookBeat CEO Niclas Sandin](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-bookbeat-ceo-niclas-sandin/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Niclas Sandin, the CEO of BookBeat. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Sebastian Karlsson: Buying 40 companies in 3 years with Lyvia Group CEO](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-lyvia-group-ceo-sebastian-karlsson/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Sebastian Karlsson. Sebastian is the CEO of Lyvia Group. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Åsa Borg: Building the car brand of the future with Polestar CMO #35](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-asa-borg/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Åsa Borg. Åsa is the Chief Marketing Officer at Polestar. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Edward Ford: Generating demand for a 50M€ ARR SaaS company](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-edward-ford/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Edward Ford. Edward is the Demand Gen Director at Supermetrics. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Magnus Pettersson – building an international pet food brand from scratch](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-magnus-pettersson/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Magnus Pettersson. Magnus is the Business Director at Snellman Petfood. - [Jesper Åström: Why your company isn’t growing and how to fix it](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-jesper-astrom/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Jesper Åström. Jesper is a growth expert who’s spent over 45,000 hours launching hundreds of tactical campaigns… - [SaaS marketing with Riikka Söderlund](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-riikka-soderlund/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Riikka Söderlund. Riikka is a SaaS marketing expert and the CMO of Katana, a Tallinn-based startup that has… - [Polar CMO Anssi Mäkelä on their approach to branding and marketing](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-anssi-makela/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Anssi Mäkelä. Anssi is the CMO of Polar, a leading global player in sports watches, fitness trackers, and heart… - [Camillo Eriksson: Building the world’s biggest baby brand with Twistshake CEO](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-from-camillo-eriksson/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Camillo Eriksson. Camillo is the CEO and co-founder of Twistshake, the biggest baby brand in the world. - [Björn Thorngren: How MEDS became the fastest-growing company in Sweden](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-bjorn-thorngren/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Björn Thorngren. Björn is the CEO and founder of MED, an online pharmacy and one of Sweden’s fastest-growing… - [Saeid Esmaeilzadeh: No-bullshit approach to building and investing in companies](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-saeid-esmaeilzadeh/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Saeid Esmaeilzadeh. Saeid is a scientist and entrepreneur who has co-founded, managed, and invested in over 30… - [Lisa Gilbert – building a global brand at the world’s biggest startup](https://generogrowth.com/3-takeaways-lisa-gilbert/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Lisa Gilbert. Lisa is VP of Global Marketing at Kyndryl, a 90,000-person startup. - [Byron Sharp – how marketing really works](https://generogrowth.com/byron-sharp-takeaways/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Byron Sharp, one of the global leaders in marketing research and the author of the best-selling book ‘How Brands… - [Thomas Floberg, Microsoft Sweden’s COO on remote work, leadership and AI](https://generogrowth.com/thomas-floberg-3-takeaways/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Thomas Floberg, the COO of Microsoft Sweden. You can watch the entire conversation here. 1. - [Erik Modig – Stop making these marketing mistakes](https://generogrowth.com/erik-modig-podcast-takeaways/): This post is based on our podcast episode with Erik Modig. You can watch the entire conversation here.