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HOW TO ATTRACT
FOREIGN CAPITAL
Attracting foreign capital is crucial for Norwegian companies aiming to scale quickly and compete globally. But what exactly do international investors look for, and how can Norwegian entrepreneurs position themselves effectively? In this session, you will meet three experts with extensive experience from Silicon Valley, venture capital, and climate-focused investments. Together, they'll explore the keys to making Norwegian companies attractive to foreign investors, share insights from their own experiences, and discuss how technology—particularly in climate and artificial intelligence—can provide a competitive edge.
TERJE BERG-UTBY
Partner, Skagerak Capital
Terje Berg-Utby is a Private Equity professional with 15+ years of experience scaling B2B companies, specializing in AI and recurring revenue. He is a former CFO with board experience and a PhD in VC governance, combining deep academic insight with hands-on leadership
Solveig Emilie Espedal Sundsdal
Senior Associate, Nysnø Climate Investments
Solveig Sundsdal is a Senior Associate at Nysnø Climate Investments, a state-owned investment firm specializing in climate technology and climate-focused investment funds. Before joining Nysnø, Solveig worked as an engineer in the oil and gas sector before transitioning to climate technology, focusing specifically on assessing investment impact.
Max Samuel
General Partner, SNÖ Ventures
Max Samuel is a General Partner at SNÖ Ventures, an early-stage, Nordic-focused VC firm partnering with entrepreneurs embarking on uniquely challenging journeys. Before moving to Norway, Max worked closely with Peter Thiel at Thiel Capital in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He previously advised tech companies as an attorney at Wilson Sonsini in San Francisco and worked as an investment banker at Credit Suisse in New York City.