Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026
TechBBQ Day 1 - investors, potential IPO candidates and listed companies
26 August 12:30-17:15TechBBQ Conference - Bella Center
Speakers
Adam KostyalVD, Nasdaq Sweden & European Head of Listings Nasdaq
Adam Kostyál is the President of Nasdaq Stockholm and the head of European Listings for Nasdaq.
Adam has been with Nasdaq for the past 13 years. He started his career at OMX as a Sales Director, and then became Head of the Strategic Initiative Groups in 2006. Most recently, Adam was VP of Market Technology Sales responsible for sales, account management, and business development for the European, Central and Eastern European regions. Prior to Nasdaq, Adam held various positions with Enron, Cell Network and Bloomberg.
He holds a BSc in Economics and Marketing from Vrije Universiteit de Bruxelles and speaks four languages including English, Swedish, Italian and French.
Learn more about Adam here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ad...
and more about Nasdaq here: https://www.nasdaqomxnordic.co...
Will we see more IPOs in the near future?
Expert panel discussion:
After several challenging years, are Nordic IPO markets ready for a comeback? Leading experts from stock exchanges, investment banks and the advisory community discuss the latest trends across Nordic stock markets, the outlook for new listings, and the factors that will determine whether the IPO window is set to reopen. What will it take to bring more companies to the stock market?
Øivind AmundsenCEO, Euronext Oslo Børs
Will we see more IPOs in the near future?
Expert panel discussion:
After several challenging years, are Nordic IPO markets ready for a comeback? Leading experts from stock exchanges, investment banks and the advisory community discuss the latest trends across Nordic stock markets, the outlook for new listings, and the factors that will determine whether the IPO window is set to reopen. What will it take to bring more companies to the stock market?
Kjetil HougCEO, Folketrygdfondet, Norway
Kjetil Houg is the CEO of the Norwegian Folketrygdfondet. Folketrygdfondet is an active, responsible, and long-term investor that manages the Government Pension Fund Norway (GPFN) and the Government Fund Tromsø (GFT).
Folketrygdfondets activities serves several purposes. In addition to managing Norway's public financial assets and creating value for current and future generations, Folketrygdfondet activities contriubute to stabilize the Norwegian financial market and promote well-functioning markets.
Folketrygdfondet is the largest institutional investor on Oslo Stock Exchange, accounting for about 11 percent of the main index. The capital is also invested in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, and is invested in both equity and fixed income.
Key Note: The long-term Nordic Investment Strategy of Folketrygdfondet
In this session, CEO Kjetil Houg will share Folketrygdfondet’s approach to long-term investing, active ownership and value creation. He will also discuss the fund’s Nordic investment strategy, including its investments in Danish, Swedish and Finnish companies, and explain how strong domestic and regional investors can help build deeper, more competitive and more attractive Nordic stock markets.
Folketrygdfondet is the Government Pension Fund in Norway and manages approximately Euro 35 billion and is the largest institutional investor on Oslo Stock Exchange, representing around 11 per cent of the main index. While most capital is invested in Norway, approximately 15 per cent is invested across Denmark, Sweden and Finland, making
Folketrygdfondet one of the most important long-term investors in Nordic stock markets.
How can we increase investments from Nordic pension funds in a broader range of Nordic pre-IPO and listed companies?
Expert panel discussion:
Institutional investors play a vital role in building strong and competitive Nordic stock markets. Yet many growth companies struggle to attract long-term institutional capital. This panel brings together leading pension funds, investors and market experts to discuss what companies need to become investable, how barriers can be reduced, and how stronger engagement from Nordic pension funds can support innovation, growth and more listed companies across the region.
Sander Janca-JensenCEO & Founder, Flatpay
Flatpay and Ooono – What are the key considerations for a potential stock market listing?
Flatpay became Denmark's fastest-ever unicorn after raising €145 million, reaching a valuation of €1.5 billion in 2025. Ooono is another rapidly growing Danish technology company, widely regarded as a strong future unicorn candidate.
As these companies continue to scale internationally, could a stock market listing be the next step? Join the CEOs as they discuss the strategic considerations, opportunities and challenges founders and management teams face when evaluating an IPO, including the choice between listing in Europe or the US.
Christian Walther ØyrabøCEO, Ooono
Flatpay and Ooono – What are the key considerations for a potential stock market listing?
Flatpay became Denmark's fastest-ever unicorn after raising €145 million, reaching a valuation of €1.5 billion in 2025. Ooono is another rapidly growing Danish technology company, widely regarded as a strong future unicorn candidate.
As these companies continue to scale internationally, could a stock market listing be the next step? Join the CEOs as they discuss the strategic considerations, opportunities and challenges founders and management teams face when evaluating an IPO, including the choice between listing in Europe or the US.
Claus EskildsenCFO, Biomar
Keynote: Going Public in 2026: The BioMar Story
BioMar’s IPO is one of the most significant Danish stock market listings in recent years — and the largest IPO by deal value in eight years in Denmark and the largest in the Nordics in 2026.
With a market capitalisation of approximately €1.45 billion at the IPO price, the listing marks the return of a major Danish company to the public markets after several years with very few IPOs. It is also the first Danish IPO of this scale since Netcompany in 2018.
In this keynote, BioMar shares the story behind its decision to go public in 2026 and how the listing is intended to provide a strong foundation for the company’s continued growth in Denmark and internationally. Hear first-hand about the strategic considerations behind the IPO, the journey to becoming a listed company, and the opportunities that come with access to the stock market and a broader investor base.
Kasper GjedstedCEO, GreenMobility, Listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen
Listed Company Cases: Growth, Strategy and the Road Ahead
In two short investor-style presentations, two CEOs from listed Nordic growth companies take the stage to present their businesses, their growth journey and their ambitions for the future.
Thomas Zeihlund, CEO of Freetrailer, will present the company, which has been listed on Spotlight Stock Market since 2018. Kasper Gjedsted, CEO of GreenMobility, will present the company, which has been listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen since 2019.
CEOs: What we learned from life as a listed company
Going public is a major milestone — but what does life actually look like once you are listed?
In this panel, two CEOs share candid reflections on the realities of running a listed company. They will discuss what changes when a company becomes public — from investor dialogue, media attention and regulatory requirements to governance, board relations and the ongoing responsibility of communicating with the market.
Joined by an expert from the stock market ecosystem, the panel will also explore the practical realities of being listed and how governance and management practices evolve as a company grows from an entrepreneurial business into a publicly traded company.
A practical and candid conversation about what CEOs wish they had known before becoming part of the listed-company world — and what they have learned since.
Thomas ZeihlundCEO, Freetrailer - listed on Spotlight Stock Market
Listed Company Cases: Growth, Strategy and the Road Ahead
In two short investor-style presentations, two CEOs from listed Nordic growth companies take the stage to present their businesses, their growth journey and their ambitions for the future.
Thomas Zeihlund, CEO of Freetrailer, will present the company, which has been listed on Spotlight Stock Market since 2018. Kasper Gjedsted, CEO of GreenMobility, will present the company, which has been listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen since 2019.
CEOs: What we learned from life as a listed company
Going public is a major milestone — but what does life actually look like once you are listed?
In this panel, two CEOs share candid reflections on the realities of running a listed company. They will discuss what changes when a company becomes public — from investor dialogue, media attention and regulatory requirements to governance, board relations and the ongoing responsibility of communicating with the market.
Joined by an expert from the stock market ecosystem, the panel will also explore the practical realities of being listed and how governance and management practices evolve as a company grows from an entrepreneurial business into a publicly traded company.
A practical and candid conversation about what CEOs wish they had known before becoming part of the listed-company world — and what they have learned since.
Christian HansenChristian Hansen, Co-head of Equity Capital Markets, Danske Bank
Christian works with Equity Capital Markets Advisory as part of Danske Bank’s Investment Bank. He has extensive experience from almost 20 years at both Danske Bank and Nordea working advising companies and owners on Capital Raisings for listed companies, IPOs, Share Buy-backs, Secondary Equity Placings in the Nordics.
Will we see more IPOs in the near future?
Expert panel discussion:
After several challenging years, are Nordic IPO markets ready for a comeback? Leading experts from stock exchanges, investment banks and the advisory community discuss the latest trends across Nordic stock markets, the outlook for new listings, and the factors that will determine whether the IPO window is set to reopen. What will it take to bring more companies to the stock market?
Carsten BorringAVP, Global Listing Nasdaq
Carsten Borring is Head of Listings & Capital Markets at Nasdaq Copenhagen. Carsten
is responsible for all listed companies and investment funds in Denmark and has more
than 15 years’ experience with listing companies and the in-depth knowledge of the
capital markets. Prior to this Carsten served as Advisor in the Surveillance Department
of the Copenhagen Stock Exchange and were the driving force behind the alternative
marketplace First North, which launched in the Nordics in 2006.
Carsten Borring has achieved great technical skills from his former positions at the
Investment Bank Alfred Berg in Copenhagen and London and the Investment bank
Gudme Raaschou in Denmark, where he served as Vice President in the Corporate
Finance departments. Carsten Borring has an educational background as Master
science in Finance and Accounting from Copenhagen Business School, and Board
Masterclass at CBS.
Learn more about Carsten Borring https://www.linkedin.com/in/ca...
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Listing your SME company on a growth stock market? How, when and why?
Expert presentation and discussion:
What does it take for an SME to become ready for a stock market listing? Experts from leading Nordic growth markets and legal advisers provide practical insights into the listing process, key requirements and strategic considerations. The session explores when an IPO is the right choice, how to prepare, and how a stock market listing can support future growth and access to capital.
Copenhagen Stock Market Closing: Bell, Beer and Networking
Join us as we conclude Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026 with the traditional ringing of the stock market bell. Celebrate an afternoon of inspiring discussions and new connections while enjoying a beer and informal networking with speakers, investors, advisers and business leaders from across the Nordic stock market ecosystem. A fitting end to a day dedicated to stronger Nordic stock markets.
Oskar WollertHead of Listings, Spotlight Stock Market
Listing your SME company on a growth stock market? How, when and why?
Expert presentation and discussion:
What does it take for an SME to become ready for a stock market listing? Experts from leading Nordic growth markets and legal advisers provide practical insights into the listing process, key requirements and strategic considerations. The session explores when an IPO is the right choice, how to prepare, and how a stock market listing can support future growth and access to capital.
Sara SjölinCopenhagen Bureau Chief at Bloomberg News, and todays host
Sara Sjølin is host of the stage of Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day. She recently joined Bloomberg as Copenhagen Bureau Chief, with a focus on Danish companies, the economy and politics. She previously worked as a stock-market reporter at Berlingske in Copenhagen and MarketWatch in London.
Learn more about Sara Sjölin https://www.linkedin.com/in/sa...
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Welcome opening session
Welcome to Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026. Host Sara Sjølin from Bloomberg and Thomas Black-Petersen, CEO of the Danish Association of Listed Companies (FBV), open the conference with an introduction to the day's programme, key themes and ambitions. Together, they set the scene for an afternoon focused on how stronger Nordic stock markets can support innovation, growth, investment and more listed companies across the region.
Peter Legind-HansenDirector at Listings in European Markets, Nasdaq Copenhagen
With more than 25 years’ experience on Copenhagen Stock Exchange, OMX Nordic Exchange Copenhagen and Nasdaq Copenhagen, Peter has gained a broad understanding of the entire exchange industry. Together with exchanges in Sweden, Finland, Iceland and the Baltic countries, the Copenhagen Stock Exchange is today a part of Nasdaq. Before that, he has been working in the financial sector for more than 10 years: in banking, pension and insurance. The last 18 years Peter has been working with new listings of Danish companies in Denmark and Sweden or helping Danish companies to Nasdaq US.
Peter has a Diploma (Economics and Marketing) HD (A) from Copenhagen Business School.
Learn more about Peter Legind-Hansen https://www.linkedin.com/in/pe...
Learn more about Nasdaq https://www.linkedin.com/compa...
Copenhagen Stock Market Closing: Bell, Beer and Networking
Join us as we conclude Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026 with the traditional ringing of the stock market bell. Celebrate an afternoon of inspiring discussions and new connections while enjoying a beer and informal networking with speakers, investors, advisers and business leaders from across the Nordic stock market ecosystem. A fitting end to a day dedicated to stronger Nordic stock markets.
Carl-Johan PousetteSenior Counsel, DLA Piper
From Startup to Stock Exchange: The Swedish Model That Works
Sweden has more listed companies than any other EU member state and has built one of Europe's most successful stock market ecosystems. In this session, experts from DLA Pipers Nordic Capital Markets team explore the legal framework, investor culture and market structure behind Sweden's success. What lessons can the rest of the Nordic region learn to create more growth companies and strengthen Nordic stock markets?
Rebecca F. SjöbergManaging Associate, DLA Piper
From Startup to Stock Exchange: The Swedish Model That Works
Sweden has more listed companies than any other EU member state and has built one of Europe's most successful stock market ecosystems. In this session, experts from DLA Pipers Nordic Capital Markets team explore the legal framework, investor culture and market structure behind Sweden's success. What lessons can the rest of the Nordic region learn to create more growth companies and strengthen Nordic stock markets?
Mark Christoffer Jessen Director, Portfolio Manager, ATP
How can we increase investments from Nordic pension funds in a broader range of Nordic pre-IPO and listed companies?
Expert panel discussion:
Institutional investors play a vital role in building strong and competitive Nordic stock markets. Yet many growth companies struggle to attract long-term institutional capital. This panel brings together leading pension funds, investors and market experts to discuss what companies need to become investable, how barriers can be reduced, and how stronger engagement from Nordic pension funds can support innovation, growth and more listed companies across the region.
Lea VaisaloChief Investment Officer, Velliv
How can we increase investments from Nordic pension funds in a broader range of Nordic pre-IPO and listed companies?
Expert panel discussion:
Institutional investors play a vital role in building strong and competitive Nordic stock markets. Yet many growth companies struggle to attract long-term institutional capital. This panel brings together leading pension funds, investors and market experts to discuss what companies need to become investable, how barriers can be reduced, and how stronger engagement from Nordic pension funds can support innovation, growth and more listed companies across the region.
Thomas Black-PetersenCEO, Association of Listed Companies
Thomas Black-Petersen was the founder and entrepreneur behind the IT company Inspari A/S, from which he made an exit in 2016 after 10 years. Since then, he has focused on board work and has been involved with Danish Business Angels, where he has served as a board member since 2018. Thomas has invested in a wide range of startups and is the chairman of the investor board at the venture fund Nordic Eye Capital. Since the fall of 2021, Thomas Black-Petersen has been the CEO of FBV.
Welcome opening session
Welcome to Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026. Host Sara Sjølin from Bloomberg and Thomas Black-Petersen, CEO of the Danish Association of Listed Companies (FBV), open the conference with an introduction to the day's programme, key themes and ambitions. Together, they set the scene for an afternoon focused on how stronger Nordic stock markets can support innovation, growth, investment and more listed companies across the region.
Copenhagen Stock Market Closing: Bell, Beer and Networking
Join us as we conclude Nordic IPO + Stock Market Day 2026 with the traditional ringing of the stock market bell. Celebrate an afternoon of inspiring discussions and new connections while enjoying a beer and informal networking with speakers, investors, advisers and business leaders from across the Nordic stock market ecosystem. A fitting end to a day dedicated to stronger Nordic stock markets.
Jakob Hans JakobsenHead of ECM Denmark, ABG Sundal Collier
Listing your SME company on a growth stock market? How, when and why?
Expert presentation and discussion:
What does it take for an SME to become ready for a stock market listing? Experts from leading Nordic growth markets and legal advisers provide practical insights into the listing process, key requirements and strategic considerations. The session explores when an IPO is the right choice, how to prepare, and how a stock market listing can support future growth and access to capital.
Magnus OlssonHead of ECM Global Listing Services, Nasdaq
Flatpay and Ooono – What are the key considerations for a potential stock market listing?
Flatpay became Denmark's fastest-ever unicorn after raising €145 million, reaching a valuation of €1.5 billion in 2025. Ooono is another rapidly growing Danish technology company, widely regarded as a strong future unicorn candidate.
As these companies continue to scale internationally, could a stock market listing be the next step? Join the CEOs as they discuss the strategic considerations, opportunities and challenges founders and management teams face when evaluating an IPO, including the choice between listing in Europe or the US.
Aaron Rungsted MarchmannCountry manager, Denmark, Euronext Corporate Solutions
CEOs: What we learned from life as a listed company
Going public is a major milestone — but what does life actually look like once you are listed?
In this panel, two CEOs share candid reflections on the realities of running a listed company. They will discuss what changes when a company becomes public — from investor dialogue, media attention and regulatory requirements to governance, board relations and the ongoing responsibility of communicating with the market.
Joined by an expert from the stock market ecosystem, the panel will also explore the practical realities of being listed and how governance and management practices evolve as a company grows from an entrepreneurial business into a publicly traded company.
A practical and candid conversation about what CEOs wish they had known before becoming part of the listed-company world — and what they have learned since.
Partners
A decentralised effort for business growth and development in all of Denmark will ensure a more focused effort, e.g. by concentrating on the needs of the enterprises and regional differences. The Danish Board of Business Development is tasked with ensuring that decentralised business initiatives are coherent across different sectors – state and municipalities.
The IPO Programme is for Danish companies that want to learn more about whether an IPO could be an option. Participants can be owners, board members and members of management. The programme is relevant for companies that could consider a listing on a regulated market or a multilateral trading facility/SME Growth Market.
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Join roundtables focused on critical growth challenges, where you’ll receive hands-on input from those who’ve been in your shoes.
