Personal and professional development within an inspiring confidential framework
Introduction
The Purpose
Academy’s objective is to embrace this rare concentration of knowledge with the value of meeting fellow executives in a comfortable setting – encouraging vulnerability – and together transform knowledge into wisdom, and brave leaders into authentic leaders.
Introduction
The House
At the Academy House, you can enjoy a myriad of spaces; an exclusive lounge, a contemplative Orangery, quiet meeting rooms or have a seat in the ambient bistro.
Every facility in this 5 story townhouse is designed, decorated, and equipped to optimally accommodate our members’ needs, and our staff stands ready to assist with tailor-made arrangements upon request.
Powerful relationships are built on trust
Introduction
Groups, Talks & Sessions
The collective knowledge in Academy is unique, which is enabled by providing the ideal framework for a trusted exchange of insights and experiences.
Introduction
Board of Advisors
Together with a trusted and carefully selected Board of Advisors, Academy creates its innovative and relevant agendas.
The Members
Elise Hauge Larsen
CHRO, Lundbeck
Christian Kofoed Hertz Jakobsen
CFO, Flying Tiger
Kerstin Knapp
CHRO, Vestas
Mads Egeskov Sørensen
Executive Director People and Organization , Danish Refugee Council
Karin Skødt Hindkær
CEO, Ole Kirk’s Fond
Christian M. Ingerslev
CEO, Maersk Supply Services
Kerstin Knapp
Kerstin Knapp,
CHRO at Vestas
Christian Ingerslev
Christian Ingerslev,
CEO at Maersk Supply Services
Christian Kofoed Hertz Jakobsen
Christian Kofoed Hertz Jakobsen,
CFO at Flying Tiger
Elise Hauge Larsen
Elise Hauge Larsen,
CHRO at Lundbeck
Karin Skjødt Hindkjær
Karin Skjødt Hindkjær,
CEO at Ole Kirk’s Fond
Mads Egeskov Sørensen
Mads Egeskov Sørensen, Director P&O at Danish Refugee Council
“Academy represents a safe space where we can meet and reflect among peers.
The selected circle builds relationships lasting beyond”
Kerstin Knapp, CHRO, Vestas
The Facilitators
Ulf Hahnemann
Former CHRO at Mars Inc. & A.P. Moeller Maersk
Caroline Hart Sehested
Former Global P&O at Novo Nordisk
Mette Aagaard
Former CHRO at Bjarke Ingels Group
Trine Lindhé
Former Global P&O at Novo Nordisk
The Speakers
Meet a selection of our esteemed speakers.
Pia Søltoft
Martin Lidegaard
Simon Lancaster
Nicolai Tillisch
Lynda Gratton
Members Area
The Purpose
Professional Network? Business School? Social Club?
Academy is all of the above yet different from the others;
At Academy we believe that reflection sets apart the great leaders from the mediocre.
In a trusted and transparent environment of likeminded authentic peers a space is created with the intent to disconnect and re-connect – think and re-think.
We believe in nurturing curiosity and ascend as people. Academy does so by gathering individuals with a thirst for knowledge and growth and combine them with experts on life, leadership and professionally relevant topics.
Time spent at Academy will leave you with a broader perspective, fresh ideas to consider, and strengthened relationships with peers.
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The Board of Advisors
The Academy’s programme portfolio benefits from the guidance of a competent advisory board, comprising distinguished corporate leaders, organizational psychologists, renowned professors, and experts in various fields. The board is refreshed every year to ensure that it continues to offer new perspectives, insights, and knowledge.
Contact Academy
Rasmus Buhl Jørgensen – Administration
+45 2671 9074 – buhl@theacademy.dk
Caroline Høgh – Sessions & Events
+45 2835 4738 – info@theacademy.dk
Christine Palm Boesgaard – The Conary
+45 4038 0507 – info@theconary.dk
Dronningens Tværgade 26
1302 Copenhagen K
Denmark
The Conary
The Conary is the home of Academy.
A beautifully decorated and ambient townhouse, nestled in the heart of Copenhagen for Members of Academy to enjoy.
The Conary constitutes a members club, which serves as the grounds for Academy Sessions and social events, and doubles as a space, for members to book for professional conferences & meetings.
Every facility in this 5 story townhouse is designed, decorated, and equipped to optimally accommodate our members’ needs, and our staff stands ready to assist with tailor-made arrangements upon request.
Our team of dedecated service professionals makes The Conary a place of comfort and pleasure and makes any visit special.
Ulf Hahneman
Ulf is a highly respected expert in the field of strategic people and organizational leadership. During his tenure as Chief Human Resources Officer at A.P. Moeller Maersk, he spearheaded a significant paradigm shift and what is largely know as one of the greatest transformations in Danish Corporate history.
Ulf’s leadership philosophy centers around his belief in the power of people within an organization. The key to success lies not with the management team, but with the people who make up the organization. With this people-centric approach, Ulf has earned a reputation as a visionary leader who is not afraid to challenge conventional wisdom.
At Academy he triggers meaningfull conversations about people and current beleifs.
Ulf has great faith in people and finds that ” the answer is always in the room”.
This mantra he unfolds in Academy, where it is not about teaching, but instead about inspiring, challenging excisting perspective and gain new insights amongst peers.
Caroline Hart Sehested
Caroline Hart Sehested is an experienced business leader, talent innovator and Future of work expert. In her different senior roles working with talent acquisition in Global Corporations, recently as the People & Organization Director for Novo Nordisk she has been a pioneer in revolutionizing aspects of talent acquisition by bridging her more than 15 years of industry experience working with talent development, innovation and future work force needs. In addition, she is an active keynote speaker, board member and serves on the advisory board of TEDxCopenhagen Future of Work.
Caroline is a creative, dynamic facilitator and brings passion and expertise to every Session.
Mette Aagaard
As a seasoned executive with extensive experience in organizational and leadership development, Mette Aagaard bring a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to the table. As a certified sociocracy facilitator, she is one of the few professionals with hands-on experience integrating co-leadership methodology in large organizations.
Mette has spearheaded numerous initiatives, including change management, strategy implementation, organizational culture, employee engagement, and development as CHRO for large organizations such as BIG-Group.
“For me, this work is not just a job – it is a deeply meaningful endeavor. I believe that when people feel empowered and supported in their work, they are not only more productive, but also happier and more fulfilled. Within Academy we inspire leaders of great organizations to create great cultures. Together we can make a positive impact on people’s lives and contribute to a better world”
Trine Lindhé
Trine’s mission is to revolutionize the way organizations, teams, and leaders approach development. She is driven by a deep-seated desire to create conditions that enable personal growth and foster more meaningful work environments for both individuals and organizations. This passion shines through in her work with the Academy, where Trine consistently challenges the status quo and encourages new, relevant discussions.
Her inquisitive nature and bold approach to problem-solving enable her to push boundaries and inspire change amongst Academys members. By daring to question the conventional wisdom and explore new perspectives, she helps unlock the full potential of both individuals and organisations and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Groups, Talks & Sessions
Our groups, meticulously composed of individuals holding C-level positions, serve as a platform for rich dialogue and effective communication grounded in shared professional experiences.
Each speaker or expert we introduce is handpicked in collaboration with our esteemed Advisory Board, bringing unique insights that range from a global perspective to specialized expertise in their field.
As part of Academy, you gather with your group four times a year, including an intensive off-site 24-hour Power Session.
Additionally, Academy offers an aray of events such as masterclasses, talks, tastings and debates all held in your members house, The Conary. These events join members from across all groups and professional tracks to further enrich the journey as a member of Academy.
Martin Lidegaard
Speaks on: Sustainability, climate, CSR
Martin Lidegaard is a Danish politician and has since 2022 lead the Social Liberal Party. Lidegaard is known for his work on climate change, energy policy, and promoting human rights and democracy worldwide.
Pia Søltoft
Speaks on: Philosophy, Søren Kierkegaard
Pia Søltoft is a highly regarded Danish vicar and scholar with a deep expertise in the works of philosopher Søren Kierkegaard. Throughout her career, Pia has devoted herself to the study and interpretation of Kierkegaard’s philosophy, and has become a leading authority on his works.
She has inspired countless individuals with her insights and passion for the subject and has been a great inspiration for members of Academy.
Pia holds a PhD in Theology from the University of Copenhagen, where she specialized in the study of Kierkegaard’s works. She has published extensively on the subject, and her writings are highly regarded within the academic community.
Jan Grarup
Speaks on: Crisis, conflicts and war
One of the world’s greatest war photographers, Jan Grarup, has spent more than twenty-five years photographing the atrocities and horrors taking place in different parts of the world. The Danish photojournalist has depicted unimaginable examples of cruelty and brutality and has created photographic evidence of what people are capable of doing to each other.
Simon Lancaster
Speaks on: Executive Communication
Simon Lancaster is widely regarded as one of the world’s top speechwriters, with over two decades of experience crafting compelling speeches for some of the world’s most influential leaders. He began his career in the late 1990s, working as a speechwriter for members of Tony Blair’s Cabinet, and has since gone on to write for CEOs of major corporations such as Unilever, HSBC, amongst others.
As an author, Simon has penned several acclaimed books on speechwriting and leadership, including the award-winning “Winning Minds: Secrets from the Language of Leadership”.
In addition to his writing, Simon is an executive fellow of Henley Business School and lectures at both Cambridge and Oxford Universities.
Simon’s TEDx talk, “Speak Like a Leader,” has garnered over 3 million views, cementing his reputation as a leading voice in the world of speechwriting and leadership. With his unparalleled experience and expertise, Simon is dedicated to helping leaders around the world communicate with impact and achieve their goals through the power of words.
Nicolai Tillisch
Speaks on: Ambitions, Executive leadership develoment
Nicolai Tillisch is an international renowned speaker and leadership coach, and a significant advocate for the topic of ambitions.
Since 2011, Nicolai has been a coach, helping thousands of leaders around the world. Through his wide-ranging work with international clients, he discovered how thieir approach to ambitions was a limitation on to their success and happiness.
Tillisch’ speaks are based on his bestselling book “Return on Ambition”, which was extensively researched and experimented with. The book won the gold medal in the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Book Award 2022 and was one of the five finalists for the esteemed getAbstract International Book Award.
Lynda Gratton
Speaks on: Future of work, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership and Corporate purpose
Lynda Gratton is a Professor of Management Practice at London Business School where she directs the program ‘Human Resource Strategy in Transforming Companies’ – considered the world’s leading program on human resources. Lynda is the founder of The Hot Spots Movement and for over five years has led the Future of Work Research Consortium which has brought executives from more than 80 companies together both virtually and on a bespoke collaborative platform.
Lynda has written extensively about the interface between people and organizations. She has received global recognition including awards for her writing and research, and she is much sought after by high profile companies as a consultant. As a Fellow at the World Economic Forum, she has chaired different councils and delivered speeches at Davos and the G20 in Tokyo.