Norwegian International Entrepreneur Conference 2025
Founders Without Frontiers
Celebration of global entrepreneurship and limitless creativity
27 November, 2025
OSLO CONCERT HALL - NORWAY
SPEAKERS
Rahfeal Gordon
"RahGor" is recognized as one of the top international speakers, entrepreneurs, and leadership advisors for global entrepreneurs and leaders who seek to effectively impact the global community through business, education, and diplomacy. He is an award-winning best-selling author and the owner of Madison + Park Agency, a full-service global branding and book publishing agency.
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‘Visionary Leadership for a World Without Borders’
Camilla Andersson
Serial entrepreneur and angel investor, Camilla has founded multiple ventures in media technology and equity-based crowdfunding. A passionate advocate for women in finance, she co-founded WIN (Women Investment Network) to inspire and educate women of all ages to invest. Through Nordic Ignite in Iceland and WIN Ventures 1, she’s championing female-led investing. Today, Camilla is building a global venture studio uniting partners across Norway, Sweden, and the UK—driving innovation, diversity, and financial empowerment.
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“Empowering Women, Building Global Ventures”
Hon. Eric J Shigongo
Member of the Tanzanian National Assembly, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and inspirational speaker. As MP for Buchosa, he champions progress through strategic initiatives and community empowerment. Founder of multiple businesses including Global Publishers Ltd. and Bluemark Real Estate Ltd., Shigongo blends political leadership, entrepreneurship, and storytelling to inspire positive change across Africa and beyond.
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‘Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Building a Better Future’
Stian Rustad
Norwegian serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of pioneering companies such as 24SevenOffice.com and Done.ai. With a proven track record of building innovative businesses, Rustad is recognized as one of Norway’s most accomplished entrepreneurs—combining vision, technology, and investment to drive growth and transformation across industries.
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‘Innovation, Technology & Scaling Without Borders’
Anthony Mc Cann
Vice President of Global Operations at Dev Centre House, Anthony Mc Cann brings over 13 years of leadership experience in business management and operations. With a career spanning from the cinema industry to international tech, he now oversees global teams, drives strategic partnerships, and ensures scalable growth through innovation and operational excellence. Known for his transparent and empowering leadership style, Anthony fosters collaboration, culture, and performance while mentoring the next generation of leaders.
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‘Building Global Teams & Leading with Purpose’
Twana Daniel
CTO and technology leader with over a decade of experience driving innovation and growth. Having deployed 100+ applications and guided 40+ startups from idea to funding and market launch, he has transformed Dev Centre House into a global powerhouse. With expertise in web and mobile development, strategic planning, and team leadership, Twana has delivered end-to-end solutions for global brands such as ZAGG International—achieving returns of over €500M annually.
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"From Startup to Scale: Building Technology That Powers Growth"
Øyvind Såtvedt
Assistant Director General at the City of Oslo, Department for Culture and Business Development.
A political scientist and former Managing Director of Osloregionen – Oslo Region Alliance, he has led strategic initiatives to strengthen regional cooperation, innovation, and sustainability across 64 municipalities. With a background in governance, urban policy, and place branding, Øyvind is passionate about building thriving, collaborative, and globally competitive cities.
“Innovation, Collaboration & Sustainable Urban Growth.”
Erik de Zwart
A leading figure in European media, Erik de Zwart is a renowned Dutch radio/TV presenter, media executive, and investor. Known for hosting the Dutch Top 40, he helped drive the rise of commercial radio as co-founder and former MD of Radio 538, and as a key contributor to TMF.
Today, he is Chairman of the Dutch Top 40 Foundation, expanding the brand with its own Ziggo TV channel, while continuing his on-air work at Radio 10.
As an entrepreneur, Erik focuses on digital media and passion-driven platforms including 24Trains.tv and Guide des Chefs.
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“Media Innovation Through Passion & Experience”
Her Excellency Claire Buckley
Ambassador of Ireland to Norway and Iceland.
A seasoned diplomat with over two decades of service in international relations and foreign policy. Having represented Ireland in countries across Europe, Africa, and now the Nordics, she brings deep expertise in diplomacy, human rights, and global collaboration.
Ambassador Buckley embodies Ireland’s commitment to building strong partnerships and fostering dialogue across borders.
“Diplomacy, Partnership & Global Connection.”
Sjoerd Smit
Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Norway and Iceland.
An experienced diplomat with a strong background in peacebuilding, security, and international development, he has served across Africa and Europe, including key postings in Sudan and Ethiopia. Known for his authentic and collaborative approach, Sjoerd bridges diplomacy and development to foster stability, dialogue, and sustainable partnerships.
“Building Peace, Partnership & Global Understanding.”
His Excellency Ambassador Mobhare Matinyi
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Republic of Tanzania to the Kingdom of Sweden, also accredited to Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Ukraine. A seasoned diplomat, journalist, and public affairs leader, he previously served as Chief Government Spokesperson and Press Secretary to the President of Tanzania.
With a distinguished career in media and governance, Ambassador Matinyi is dedicated to strengthening Tanzania’s partnerships across the Nordic and Baltic regions, promoting collaboration in trade, investment, education, green technology, and innovation.
“Diplomacy, Communication & Partnership for Sustainable Growth.”
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Edmond Yang
Meet Edmond Yang — a Norwegian creative director, visual designer, and entrepreneur redefining storytelling through generative AI. With over 20 years of experience collaborating with global brands like Nike, IBM, and Universal Music, he fuses design, technology, and culture to shape the future of media. His award-winning AI films and viral projects spark worldwide dialogue on creativity and ethics in the digital age.
“Where Creativity Meets Intelligent Technology”
«How to successfully enter the global market»
Gjert Melsom
Attorney at law, can jur., lic jur, Associate Partner International Tax
Meet Gjert Melsom — Attorney at Law, Associate Partner in International Tax, and one of Norway’s foremost experts in cross-border taxation and global structuring. With 24 years of experience across 100+ countries, he advises leading companies in technology, blockchain, pharma, and renewable energy. Formerly with the Ministry of Finance and the OECD, Gjert is a respected author, lecturer, and multi-award-winning tax advisor — recognized as Europe’s Best Blockchain Lawyer and a top-tier tax expert by Legal 500 and Chambers.
“Global Tax Strategy & Innovation in a Borderless Economy.”
Johanne Heggheim
EY - Associate Attorney at law, Senior Manager International Tax
Meet Johanne Heggheim — Associate Attorney at Law and Senior Manager in International Tax. With deep expertise in cross-border taxation, restructurings, and tax treaties, she helps global businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Johanne combines technical mastery with practical insight to optimize tax efficiency, risk management, and supply chains, specializing in the shipping, oil & gas, and renewable energy sectors.
“Strategic Tax Solutions for a Globalized Economy.”
Anthon Stade Søegaard
EY - Attorney at law, Partner International Tax
Meet Anthon Stade Søegaard — Attorney at Law and Partner in International Tax. A trusted advisor to Norwegian scale-ups and global enterprises, he specializes in cross-border tax structuring and strategic international expansion. Anthon helps companies navigate complex regulations, optimize global operations, and design tax-efficient models that enable sustainable growth.
“Strategic Tax Planning for Global Growth.”
Generation Z: Founders Without Frontiers in the Digital Era
Fresh-thinking "entrepreneurs" from Kristiania University in Oslo take the stage to discuss how digital-native founders are transforming the global startup landscape — fast, bold, and without borders.
Born into connectivity and change, Generation Z entrepreneurs challenge boundaries and reimagine the future of business in an increasingly digital and borderless world.
Join us to explore how Generation Z is reshaping entrepreneurship for a connected world.
The future of business begins here.
Marian Ilmi
Project coordinator with a bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Kristiania. I’m driven by curiosity, creativity, and the belief that great things often begin with small conversations.
I’m passionate about exploring new ideas, building meaningful projects, and connecting with people who inspire growth and new perspectives.
Barbara Rebecca Mutonyi
Asc. Prof. Barbara is passionately curious, and aims her efforts at exploring implementation of innovation and creativity, as well as advocating for a diverse entrepreneurial mindset and culture.
June Gjøsund
Driven by creativity, strategy, and purpose; combining an entrepreneurial mindset with marketing insight to build impactful brands and innovative ventures.
Bachelor in Entreprenaurship & Innovation at (SEIT) Kristiania & one year course in Marketing at Kristiania. Founder of an upcoming project.
Mia Stople Larsen
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Marketing and Sales Management from Kristiania, and a Bachelor’s degree in preschool teacher Education from Western Norway University (HVL). I’m currently developing a new project that combines creativity, entrepreneurship, and purpose-driven marketing.
Sara Wullum
Bachelor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation (Kristiania). Currently working as Marketing Coordinator for Norway’s largest hotel, Clarion Hotel The Hub. Previously founded two companies to gain early hands-on experience, and now developing a tech startup set to transform the fashion industry through AI-driven innovation.
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