Main Stage: Session 2 Passed
Wednesday February 19, 2025 10:30 - 11:00 Main stage
Speakers: Carl-Henric Svanberg (Svanberg AB), Fredrik Jejdling (Ericsson), Lorenzo Roversi (IonQ), Michael Mattacola (CoreWeave)Type: Main stage
Leading the way in AI and Digitalisation: How Sweden can rise to the opportunity
Sweden has positioned itself as a global leader in digital advancement and transformation, driving innovation that reshapes industries and creates new opportunities. This session highlights Sweden’s vision for the future of AI showcasing how groundbreaking advancements in AI, connectivity, and compute are setting new standards for business and society.
Join a dynamic panel of visionaries:
- Carl-Henric Svanberg, Chair of the Swedish AI Commission: Presenting Sweden's strategic AI roadmap outlining the nation’s vision for responsible and impactful AI development.
Cutting-edge achievements in connectivity, AI, and compute from global leaders in innovation and investors in Sweden:
- Fredrik Jejdling, Executive VP and Head of Business Area Networks, Ericsson: Pioneering the next generation of connectivity to power AI driven applications
- Michael Mattacola, CBO, CoreWeave: Revolutionizing compute infrastructure to accelerate AI and digital transformation
- Lorenzo Roversi, Managing Director UK and Nordics, IonQ: Unleashing the potential of quantum computing to solve complex challenges and drive breakthroughs
Lecturers
Carl-Henric Svanberg Speaker
Chairman
Svanberg AB
Carl-Henric Svanberg is a Swedish businessman and current Chairman of Volvo. His long résumé includes periods as CEO of Ericsson, Chair of the Board of BP and Chair of AB Volvo. In December 2023, Svanberg was appointed the Commission Chair to the AI Commission to the Swedish Government.
Fredrik Jejdling Speaker
EVP and Head of BA Networks
Ericsson
Fredrik Jejdling is Executive Vice President and Head of Business Area Networks at Ericsson since November 7, 2017. He runs the company’s largest business area with full P&L responsibility and brings to this role years of experience with customers in diverse markets.
He runs a global unit of 30,000 employees, overseeing the global supply chain and Ericsson’s radio and transport portfolio across all mobile technology generations.
Jejdling was previously Head of Business Unit Network Services. From 2013 to 2016 he headed Region sub-Saharan Africa, and from 2011 to 2013 he was Head of Region India. He also held various positions within Business Unit Global Services, including Head of Sales and Finance in 2008.
Lorenzo Roversi Speaker
Managing Director UK and Nordics
IonQ
Lorenzo Roversi is responsible for building the Quantum Economy in the UK and Nordics. Working with governments, research and enterprise to develop and deploy Quantum Computing, Networking and Quantum Applications across industries including Life Sciences, Automotive, Telecommunications, Aerospace and Financial Services
Prior to joining IonQ Lorenzo spent 15 years with IBM where he held leadership positions in Sweden, India and Switzerland. Lorenzo is an engaged board member with several European and North American Medtech and AI companies.
Michael Mattacola Speaker
Chief Business Officer
CoreWeave
Mike Mattacola is Chief Business Officer at CoreWeave, responsible for growth and expansion across new markets. Mike previously served as Chief Operating Officer of Lambda Labs. Prior to Lambda, Mattacola spent more than 15 years overseeing large scale global operations for a wide range of companies including Johnson Controls, Terex Systems and others.