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Norges Bank Investment Management

The CEO of the largest single investor in the world, Norges Bank Investment Management, interviews leaders of some of the largest companies in the world. You will get to know the leader, their strategy, leadership principles, and much more.
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In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

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.

 

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HIGHLIGHTS: Ester Baiget - CEO of Novonesis

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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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Novonesis CEO: Biosolutions at Scale, Replacing Chemicals and Leading for a Healthier Planet

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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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HIGHLIGHTS: Tan Su Shan - CEO of DBS

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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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DBS CEO: Transforming Southeast Asian Banking, Embracing Diversity and Balancing AI with Humanity

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/aviva-ceo-transforming-insurance-navigating-climate/id1614211565?i=1000733980682&l=nb

In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Dame Amanda Blanc, CEO of Aviva, Britain's largest insurer, to unpack a remarkable corporate turnaround. Since becoming CEO during the pandemic, Amanda has refocused Aviva's portfolio, sold off non-core businesses, and made the landmark acquisition of Direct Line. She explains how AI is reshaping insurance, why climate change is a defining challenge for the industry, and what it takes to restore investor confidence after years of challenges. Beyond business, Amanda shares her views on leadership, execution, and building resilience, as well as her advocacy for gender balance in finance. From growing up in the Rhondda Valley of South Wales to being appointed a Dame and leading Britain's largest insurer, her story is one of decisive leadership and determination. 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 Une Solheim.

 

 • Watch the episode on YouTube: 
Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram

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HIGHLIGHTS: Dame Amanda Blanc - CEO of Aviva

In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Dame Amanda Blanc, CEO of Aviva, Britain's largest insurer, to unpack a remarkable corporate turnaround. Since becoming CEO during the pandemic, Amanda has refocused Aviva's portfolio, sold off non-core businesses, and made the landmark acquisition of Direct Line. She explains how AI is reshaping insurance, why climate change is a defining challenge for the industry, and what it takes to restore investor confidence after years of challenges. Beyond business, Amanda shares her views on leadership, execution, and building resilience, as well as her advocacy for gender balance in finance. From growing up in the Rhondda Valley of South Wales to being appointed a Dame and leading Britain's largest insurer, her story is one of decisive leadership and determination. 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 Une Solheim.

 

 • Watch the episode on YouTube: 
Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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Aviva CEO: Transforming Insurance, Navigating Climate Risk and Leading with Purpose

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/ariel-emanuel-ufc-wwe-hollywood-and-the-future/id1614211565?i=1000732911118&l=nb

This week, Nicolai Tangen sits down with one of the most influential people in global entertainment and sports, Ariel Emanuel, CEO of TKO. From building the talent agency Endeavor into a giant, representing Hollywood's biggest names, to bold moves like acquiring UFC, WWE, and expanding into live events and art fairs, Emanuel has redefined what it means to be an agent and an owner. His legendary career even inspired the character Ari Gold in the popular HBO show Entourage. In this conversation, Ariel reflects on his relentless early days in the mailroom, how he negotiates billion-dollar deals, why he believes pressure is a privilege, and what it takes to thrive in industries that never stop changing. They cover everything from Hollywood myths and combat sports to leadership, politics, art collecting, and the discipline behind ice baths and early morning workouts.

 

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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HIGHLIGHTS: Ariel Emanuel - CEO of TKO Group Holdings

This week, Nicolai Tangen sits down with one of the most influential people in global entertainment and sports, Ariel Emanuel, CEO of TKO. From building the talent agency Endeavor into a giant representing Hollywood's biggest names, to bold moves like acquiring UFC, WWE, and expanding into live events and art fairs, Emanuel has redefined what it means to be an agent and an owner. His legendary career even inspired the character Ari Gold in the popular HBO show Entourage. In this conversation, Ariel reflects on his relentless early days in the mailroom, how he negotiates billion-dollar deals, why he believes pressure is a privilege, and what it takes to thrive in industries that never stop changing. They cover everything from Hollywood myths and combat sports to leadership, politics, art collecting, and the discipline behind ice baths and early morning workouts.

 

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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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Ariel Emanuel: UFC, WWE, Hollywood and the future of live entertainment

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/sea-ceo-gaming-empire-southeast-asia-strategy-and/id1614211565?i=1000731902134&l=nb

What does it take to build Southeast Asia's largest tech company from scratch? Forrest Li, founder and CEO of Sea, joins Nicolai Tangen to discuss the journey of building a $100 billion technology empire. They talk about Sea's journey from video game distributor to e-commerce leader, the success of the game Free Fire with over 100 million daily players, and expanding into fintech services. Forrest shares his humble leadership approach inspired by the movie Forrest Gump and explains how solving local challenges like complex delivery routes helped Sea beat major competitors. Sea now operates across gaming, e-commerce, and financial services in multiple countries. 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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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HIGHLIGHTS: Forrest Li - CEO of Sea

What does it take to build Southeast Asia's largest tech company from scratch? Forrest Li, founder and CEO of Sea, joins Nicolai Tangen to discuss the journey of building a $100 billion technology empire. They talk about Sea's journey from video game distributor to e-commerce leader, the success of the game Free Fire with over 100 million daily players, and expanding into fintech services. Forrest shares his humble leadership approach inspired by the movie Forrest Gump and explains how solving local challenges like complex delivery routes helped Sea beat major competitors. Sea now operates across gaming, e-commerce, and financial services in multiple countries. 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 • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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Sea CEO: Gaming Empire, Southeast Asia Strategy and Humble Leadership

In this episode, Nicolai is joined by Robin Zeng , founder and CEO of CATL, the world's largest battery producer. The company has a staggering 37.5% market share, and CATL has revolutionised the battery industry, powering millions of electric vehicles and contributing significantly to renewable energy storage. But how does a Chinese company view differences between their home market, the US and Europe? Tune in learn more from Robin about the importance of understanding consumer needs, the innovative technologies behind CATLs success, and the companys vision for a zero-carbon future. This episode offers a true deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of leading a global battery powerhouse, the complexities of scaling production, and the critical role of research and development in driving sustainable energy solutions.

In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management.

New episode out every Wednesday.

The production team for this episode includes PLAN-Bs Pål Huuse and Niklas Figenschau Johansen. Background research was conducted by Kristian Haga and Arnab Seal.

 • Watch the episode on YouTube: 
Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube • Want to learn more about the fund? 
The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no) • Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: 
Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: 
Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn • Follow NBIM on Instagram: 
Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram

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CATL CEO & Founder Robin Zeng: The journey to market dominance and powering the future of batteries

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