As a proud partner of CEMS, the Stockholm School of Economics is delighted to host the CEMS Strategic Board Meeting in Stockholm from 3–5 June, together with our valued Corporate Partner, H&M. We look forward to welcoming over 30 Rectors, Deans, and business leaders to this distinguished gathering.
The CEMS Strategic Board meeting fosters collaboration and engagement among its members, aiming to shape the future strategic direction of the Alliance while advancing its mission to prepare responsible leaders for a more inclusive, sustainable, and globally connected world.
We look forward to welcoming you to the city of Stockholm - a hub for tech, innovation, design and flavors - and to contributing to the ongoing success of CEMS.
Please note that this event is open exclusively to members of the CEMS Strategic Board.
Wednesday June 3, Stockholm School of Economics
Welcome Reception Stockholm School of Economics
Time: 19:00 Address: Accessible entrance at Bertil Ohlins gata 4, or via Sveavägen 65 (stairs)
The evening will begin with an art tour led by Lars Strannegård, President at SSE, followed by dinner.
Warmly welcome!
Thursday June 4, Stockholm School of Economics
Meeting Agenda
Morning Session The New Role of Business Schools: From Safeguarding Democracy to Preparing Resilient Economies and Societies
Presentation of the SSE Center for Security and Resilience Martin Carlsson-Wall, Director
Panel Discussion The Role of Business Schools and Corporations in Safeguarding Democracy
Lunch Break
Afternoon Session The Impact of AI on the Business Graduates’ Job Market
Opening Remarks Sebastian Krakowski, Professor at SSE
Panel Discussion With CEMS Corporate Partner Representatives
Dinner Nedre Manilla Djurgårdsvägen 230
Departure: Bus leaves Villa Dahlia (Tegnérgatan 8) at 19:00
Friday June 5, H&M's head office in central Stockholm
Morning Session
Interactive Tour Led by H&M’s Fashion Intelligence Team
Coffee Break
Fireside Conversation Modernizing People Practices, Integrating Ethical AI, and Supporting the Workforce in an Era of Global Uncertainty
A conversation with Åsa Agebäck, Chief Human Resources Officer, H&M Group, exploring how the company is evolving its people strategy to meet the expectations of future generations while remaining anchored in its core values.
Lunch & Closing Remarks
Accommodation
For your stay, we recommend Hotel Villa Dahlia where we have blocked a number of rooms at a fixed price until the end of March. The cost for a double superior room for single use, including breakfast, is 3520 SEK per night. The cost for a superior park view room for single use, including breakfast, is 4055 SEK per night.
Please note that June is a peak season in Stockholm, and hotel availability may be limited. We encourage you to make your accommodation reservation as soon as possible.
To book a room, please fill out the RSVP form and we will provide the hotel with your request. We will get back to you as soon as the hotel has confirmed your booking.
Contacts
Stockholm School of Economics Felicia Rongione - Executive Assistant to the President Prof. Lars Strannegård Felicia.Rongione@hhs.se
