Iver B. Neumann is the director of the Fridtjof Nansen Institute. He holds a PhD on Russia from the University of Oxford and has previously been a professor at the University of Oslo and the London School of Economics. His 35 books focus on Russia, diplomacy, and geopolitics.

Geopolitical Uncertainty and Upheaval: What Does It Mean for Us in the North?

For leaders and HR professionals, it is crucial to understand the context, what influences us, and how these geopolitical changes concretely affect priorities and focus. This applies both to societal priorities, opportunities, and threats to businesses, as well as how the world of work, people, and organizations become central. Iver Neumann from the Fridtjof Nansen Institute will explain the strategic importance of the Arctic region for international cooperation. He will outline the overarching trends and sources of uncertainty, and how these impact our work priorities, expectations, and demands.

• How Geopolitical Changes Impact HR Strategies and the Working Environment in the North
• The implications of developments in international cooperation, including NATO, and strengthened partnerships with British and German allies for HR leadership
• The consequences of changes in the US’s geopolitical focus on HR challenges in European organizations