How are C-suite leaders embracing change with courage, purpose and progress?

In this episode of the EY Nordic Fit For Future Podcast, host Jessica Schmidt speaks with Daniel Kjørberg Siraj (former CEO, OBOS) and Arbab Dar (CEO and Country Managing Partner, Ernst & Young AS) about leadership, innovation and the future of work.

Leading strategically while navigating disruption can be challenging

Host Jessica Schmidt welcomes Daniel Kjørberg Siraj, who recently stepped down as CEO of OBOS, and Arbab Dar, CEO and Country Managing Partner, Ernst & Young AS, for a candid conversation where they share their personal experiences, stories and reflections.

Daniel Kjørberg Siraj reflects on his two decades at OBOS, sharing how embracing change and involving the entire organization in strategy helped expand the company beyond Oslo and into new markets. Arbab Dar discusses leading through trust and collaboration, drawing on his experience managing generational dynamics and driving organizational change. “The only constant is change,” Arbab shares, highlighting the need to bring the whole organization along and adjust the pace as needed.

Both guests explore the evolving role of the CEO, the value of co-creation with clients and partners, and the critical role of purpose in sustaining energy and engagement.

Key takeaways include:

• How leadership expectations are shifting across the Nordics
• Building cultures that enable innovation, co-creation and resilience
• Balancing sustainability, affordability and long-term strategy
• Managing generational change and evolving workforce expectations
  

Presenters:

• Jessica Schmidt, Associate Director, EY Sweden
• Arbab Dar, CEO and Country Managing Partner, Financial Services Organization, EY Norway