A confidential network for decision-makers in Eastern Denmark with a focus on business development, internationalization, and innovation.
Executive Network East is a confidential forum for CEOs and senior executives in the lifestyle industry. The network offers participants the opportunity to:
As a participant, you gain a unique space for reflection, strategic sparring, and new knowledge that can be directly applied in your company. The network supports Lifestyle & Design Cluster’s vision of strengthening the lifestyle industry’s ability to become one of the most innovative in the world – through new knowledge, new ideas, and strong collaborations.
The lifestyle industry is facing significant changes driven by digitalization, internationalization, ESG requirements, and new regulations. Many senior executives experience an increasing need for peer-to-peer sparring across companies and industries. The network builds on the experiences from Executive Network West, where confidentiality, relationships, and practice-oriented sparring have proven to be key value drivers.
Executive Netværk Øst er et fortroligt forum for CEO’s og topledere i livsstilsbranchen
Executive Netværk Øst er et fortroligt forum for CEO’s og topledere i livsstilsbranchen
“We make decisions every day that affect our growth and organization. It’s valuable to meet with others who understand what it means to lead a business. ”
18 February 2026 – The Future of Sales (CBS, Mogens Bjerre)
Focus: Customer behaviour and sales strategies in a new era
14 April 2026 – Internationalization (Bella Center)
Focus: Export, scaling, and international partnerships
2 September 2026 – Design & Strategy (New Works)
Focus: Technology as a lever for product, business, and responsibility
24–25 November 2026 – Leadership in Uncertainty & Compliance (TBA)
Focus: ESG, regulation (e.g., DPP), and organizational resilience
08:30 – 09:00: Arrival, coffee, and informal conversation
09:00 – 09:20: Welcome & roundtable introductions
09:20 – 10:20: Host presentation
10:20 – 10:50: External presentation / thematic talk
10:50 – 11:15: Discussion / sparring on dilemmas & wrap-up
Confidentiality: “What’s said in the room, stays in the room.”
Balance: Professional input combined with informal conversations.
Relationships: Roundtable discussions and the “hot seat” format foster trust and deep sparring.
Expectation Alignment: Clear framework regarding format and catering.
The network is aimed at CEOs, owners, and senior executives in the lifestyle industry – including fashion, furniture, interior, textiles, sports, and jewelry.
The steering committee sets the direction, prioritizes themes, and ensures relevance. It meets once a year.
Free participation for members of Lifestyle & Design Cluster
DKK 6,000/year for companies without membership
After each meeting, a short survey is conducted. The format and themes are continuously adjusted based on feedback.
