SPEAKERS 2026

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Ulrika Hedlund, CEO of Storyals, is an experienced leader in the EdTech sector, driving digital upskilling around the world. Her innovative use of storytelling to educate and inspire business users has established Storyals as a key player in enhancing digital proficiency. As a testament to her influential role in the industry, Ulrika was named "Power Woman of the Year" by Microsoft for Sweden in the summer of 2024. Her visionary leadership continues to shape the future of digital learning.

Mervyn Cunningham is Employee Skilling Lead for Europe North and South at Microsoft, where he focuses on connecting skilling strategy to measurable business impact. With a strong background in Data, AI, Copilot, and role‑based learning programs, he brings a hands‑on perspective shaped by extensive experience across Microsoft and global technology organizations.

Elizabeth Marsh is Director of Research at Digital Workplace Group and a leading expert in digital workplace skills, wellbeing, and AI readiness. With over 20 years of experience as a practitioner, consultant, and researcher, she helps organizations build digital dexterity while addressing challenges such as technostress, overload, and sustainable adoption of technology. 

Johan Wallquist is an AI Solution Architect at Microsoft, where he collaborates with partners to drive innovation and create growth through artificial intelligence and agents. He builds bridges between business strategy and AI implementation. Johan was one of the hosts and moderators at the Microsoft AI Tour in Stockholm in March 2026. In addition, he hosts the Partnerpodden podcast, where he discusses AI with business and technology experts from a wide range of industries and organizations.

Ulrika Frimmel is CEO of the SaaS company Brilliant Future, helping organizations turn employee engagement and customer experience data into actionable insights. With a background at Microsoft, she focuses on how engagement—one of the strongest drivers of performance—continues to evolve in an increasingly AI‑driven workplace.

Ida Lööv is an experienced transformation leader with a strong track record in driving business transformation in complex, global organizations. She currently holds the role of Head of Digital Capabilities at Stena AB where she focuses on enabling business impact with a people-centred approach, combining a strong understanding of emerging technologies with her experience in business transformation.

Rasmus Holst is CEO of Zensai and leads the company’s vision for Human Success in an AI driven workplace. He works with boards, executives, and HR leaders on the strategic implications of automation, including how organizations must rethink work, leadership, and accountability. Rasmus speaks to why AI accelerates change, but only deliberate operating model decisions determine whether HR remains strategic.

Hannele Takala is a Digital Workplace Professional at Sandvik, business area Mining, with around 24,000 employees. Hannele supports global teams with digital upskilling, communication, and practical adoption of M365 tools, including Microsoft Copilot. With a background in communication, SharePoint administration, and user training, she is passionate about helping people enhance productivity in the digital workplace.