Evo DK #373 - Leadership & Culture In Highly Technical Teams
Today's episode is hosted by Connor Leyland and they are joined on the podcast by Emma Møller Jeppesen, People Leader SAP Quality & Data Analytics at Novo Nordisk, Bruno Ferreira, Director Platform Cyber Security at Vestas, Jimmy Errendal Schach, Head of Infrastructure & System Integration R&D at Terma Group and Anders Jepsen, Freelance IT Security Consultant at Gentleman Security.
The conversation explores how leadership and culture shape the effectiveness of highly technical teams, focusing on the structures, behaviours and shared values that enable specialists to thrive. The guests reflect on how communication, trust and clarity support environments where complex work can progress smoothly, with leadership and culture in highly technical teams appearing throughout the discussion.
The exchange highlights how organisations balance autonomy with alignment while navigating rapid technological change. It also touches on the ways collaborative mindsets, diverse perspectives and resilient processes contribute to long-term team success, offering insight into building strong technical communities in demanding and evolving contexts.
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Evo DK #372 - Processes Management Best Practice
Today's episode is hosted by Ben Wells and they are joined on the podcast by Rune Mikkelsen, Director of Supply Chain at EY, Fryd Thrue, VP IT and Data at FOSS and Per Stolle, Head of Supply Chain Services Power to X at Topsoe.
The conversation explores how organisations establish strong foundations for effective operations, focusing on the principles that support process management best practice across varied industries. The guests discuss the realities of aligning people, data and systems to create smooth workflows that adapt to changing needs. Their exchange highlights the value of clarity, consistency and shared understanding when designing processes that drive sustainable performance, with process management best practice appearing as a guiding theme throughout.
Later in the discussion the group reflects on how technology, collaboration and cross-functional insight shape long-term capability building. They examine how teams navigate complexity, refine structures and maintain momentum as expectations shift, offering perspectives on developing resilient operational environments in fast-moving business landscapes.
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Evo DK #371 - Journey to a CTO - Viet Pham
Today's episode is hosted by Alice Gardner and they are joined on the podcast by Viet Pham, CTO Transformation Öresund at Sofigate.
The conversation explores the varied experiences that shape a modern technology career, reflecting on the decisions, environments and opportunities that contribute to reaching senior leadership roles. It considers how personal growth, shifting expectations and organisational change intersect as individuals progress towards becoming a CTO, with the journey to a CTO forming a central thread throughout the discussion.
The exchange highlights how leaders navigate evolving responsibilities, manage increasing complexity and sustain clarity during periods of transformation. It also touches on the strategic outlook and adaptive thinking required to guide teams and drive long-term value. Later in the discussion the group considers how continuous learning, collaboration and curiosity support the transition into high-impact roles, while emphasising the practical realities of the journey to a CTO in today’s fast-paced technology landscape.
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Evo DK #370 - Recruiting Users - Challenges & Solutions
Today's episode is hosted by Sean Thompson and they are joined on the podcast by Dennis Nordström, Senior Product Researcher at Grundfos, Adam Heleniak, Senior UX Manager, and Capt. Jaquelyn Petersen Burton, Vice President Bridge Systems at Kongsberg Maritime.
The conversation explores the realities of recruiting users in modern research environments, touching on the challenges that teams face when sourcing meaningful insights. The guests reflect on the practical barriers that come with finding the right participants and how shifting expectations shape approaches to engagement. Their exchange highlights methods, mindsets and structures that help organisations gather dependable input when time and resources are limited, with recruiting users forming a central theme.
Later in the discussion the group considers how technology, context and organisational culture influence recruitment strategies. They examine the systems that support effective discovery and the factors that enable teams to maintain momentum while navigating the ongoing pressures of recruiting users in an evolving landscape.
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Evo DK #369 - How Will AI Impact The Role Of A Product Manager
Today's episode is hosted by Sean Thompson and they are joined on the podcast by Tobias Bjørnstrup Jensen, Portfolio Lifecycle Manager at YouSee, Michael Rozenberg, Principal Product Manager at ustwo Malmö, and Pedro Pereira, Head of Product at Driversnote.
The conversation explores the delicate balance between risk and reward in strategic decision making, highlighting how thoughtful planning can create opportunities while mitigating potential downsides. The exchange highlights frameworks for evaluating investment choices, portfolio strategies, and product initiatives that align with organisational goals.
Listeners will gain insights into risk assessment, strategy execution, and decision making in dynamic markets. The discussion also touches on prioritising opportunities, managing uncertainty, and integrating innovative approaches to achieve sustainable growth. Professionals seeking actionable strategies for financial and product leadership will find practical ideas and fresh perspectives that enhance their understanding of the interplay between risk, reward, and strategic planning.
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