In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

Zak Brown: Rebuilding McLaren, Leading Formula 1 and the Power of Winning Culture

What's behind McLaren Racing's remarkable rise to the top? Nicolai Tangen speaks with Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, about the incredible turnaround of one of F1's most historic teams. They explore how culture and transparency drive performance, why people matter more than equipment, and Zak's approach to building cohesion across 1,400 team members. Zak shares candid insights on driver dynamics, fan engagement, and the fine line between passion and emotion in decision-making. With an outstanding season, McLaren currently dominates the F1 standings. Tune in for a conversation on leadership and excellence! In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.    The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Tobias Hyldmo.   * Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@norgesbankinvestmentmanage223] * Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) [https://www.nbim.no/en/] * Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-tangen/] * Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/12557/admin/feed/posts/] * Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1688331664768381/norges-bank-investment-management/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

HIGHLIGHTS: Ester Baiget - CEO of Novonesis

We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.     Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/novonesis-ceo-biosolutions-at-scale-replacing-chemicals/id1614211565?i=1000736366962&l=nb What actually happens inside a fermentation tank? Nicolai Tangen sits down with Ester Baiget, CEO of Novonesis, to explore the science and business behind enzymes. The company uses fermentation to create natural alternatives to chemicals found in the food we eat and products we use. From yogurt to bread to laundry detergent, Novonesis solutions are already in things you use every day. They discuss why European regulations slow down innovation, how the company finds the right microbes and enzymes for each customer need, and what makes employees so passionate about the mission. Ester also shares her leadership philosophy and what drives her as a leader. Tune in for an insightful conversation! In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.    The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Isabelle Karlsson.   * Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@norgesbankinvestmentmanage223] * Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) [https://www.nbim.no/en/] * Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-tangen/] * Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/12557/admin/feed/posts/] * Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1688331664768381/norges-bank-investment-management/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Novonesis CEO: Biosolutions at Scale, Replacing Chemicals and Leading for a Healthier Planet

What actually happens inside a fermentation tank? Nicolai Tangen sits down with Ester Baiget, CEO of Novonesis, to explore the science and business behind enzymes. The company uses fermentation to create natural alternatives to chemicals found in the food we eat and products we use. From yogurt to bread to laundry detergent, Novonesis solutions are already in things you use every day. They discuss why European regulations slow down innovation, how the company finds the right microbes and enzymes for each customer need, and what makes employees so passionate about the mission. Ester also shares her leadership philosophy and what drives her as a leader. Tune in for an insightful conversation! In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.    The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Isabelle Karlsson.   * Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@norgesbankinvestmentmanage223] * Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) [https://www.nbim.no/en/] * Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-tangen/] * Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/12557/admin/feed/posts/] * Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1688331664768381/norges-bank-investment-management/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

HIGHLIGHTS: Tan Su Shan - CEO of DBS

We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.     Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/dbs-ceo-transforming-southeast-asian-banking-embracing/id1614211565?i=1000735330637&l=nb What does it take to lead Southeast Asia’s largest bank in an age of disruption? Nicolai Tangen sits down in Singapore with Tan Su Shan, CEO of DBS, to talk about banking’s digital future, the Singapore success story, and what leadership means in turbulent times. Su Shan explains how the bank is harnessing AI, building resilience amid geopolitical fractures, and staying true to its development roots. She also shares candid reflections on her own journey—why she once chose to “demote” herself for the sake of impact, how reverse mentoring keeps her fresh, and why curiosity, resilience, and empathy are at the heart of her leadership style. (And don’t miss the twist at the end—when Su Shan turns the tables with a few questions of her own for Nicolai. Tune in!) In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.    The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Oscar Hjelde.   * Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@norgesbankinvestmentmanage223] * Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) [https://www.nbim.no/en/] * Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-tangen/] * Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/12557/admin/feed/posts/] * Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1688331664768381/norges-bank-investment-management/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

DBS CEO: Transforming Southeast Asian Banking, Embracing Diversity and Balancing AI with Humanity

What does it take to lead Southeast Asia’s largest bank in an age of disruption? Nicolai Tangen sits down in Singapore with Tan Su Shan, CEO of DBS, to talk about banking’s digital future, the Singapore success story, and what leadership means in turbulent times. Su Shan explains how the bank is harnessing AI, building resilience amid geopolitical fractures, and staying true to its development roots. She also shares candid reflections on her own journey—why she once chose to “demote” herself for the sake of impact, how reverse mentoring keeps her fresh, and why curiosity, resilience, and empathy are at the heart of her leadership style. (And don’t miss the twist at the end—when Su Shan turns the tables with a few questions of her own for Nicolai. Tune in!) In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.    The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Oscar Hjelde.   * Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@norgesbankinvestmentmanage223] * Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) [https://www.nbim.no/en/] * Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolai-tangen/] * Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/12557/admin/feed/posts/] * Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1688331664768381/norges-bank-investment-management/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.