Founders Workshop & Dinner, Stockholm, Sweden

Check in on time, then take a moment to recharge with coffee. Connect with peer founders, share insights, spark ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed setting.

15:00–15:30 | Speaker Session: Human Connection, Resilience & Impact

Featuring Jonas Bohr, Angela Rossi, Charbel Gabro, Abbe Alzarzour and Joachim Karthäuser, moderated by Niclas Carlsson.

An inspiring conversation exploring the power of human connection, resilience and collaboration in creating lasting change, positive societal impact and improved well-being.

Through their diverse perspectives on entrepreneurship, personal development and social impact, the speakers will invite participants to reflect on how we build trust, learn from one another and create meaningful impact beyond business.

15:30–17:30 | Choose Your Workshop

Following the speaker session, participants choose one of three parallel interactive workshops.

The workshops offer opportunities to explore ideas in greater depth, exchange experiences, address common challenges and learn together with other founders.

Following the speaker session, participants can choose one of three parallel workshops, each offering an opportunity to explore ideas in greater depth, exchange experiences and learn together with other founders.

An interactive two-hour experience with Samtalsringen

What happens when we pause, put our phones away and meet one another beyond our professional roles?

The experience begins with a talk by Charbel Gabro on inclusion and human connection. Drawing on his own experiences, Charbel takes participants on a journey through displacement, emotion and the search for belonging. His talk opens up questions about what we carry with us, how we see one another, and what can happen when someone is truly listened to.

Abbe Alzarzour and Charbel then introduce Samtalsringen: how the method came about and how honest conversations can create space for empathy, openness and personal responsibility. Participants are invited to try parts of the method in smaller groups, guided by questions that encourage reflection and attentive listening.

The experience ends with a shared reflection: What did it bring up? What will we take with us? And what might change in our lives and organisations if we made more room for honest conversations?

This is not a traditional business seminar. It is an opportunity to pause, listen and connect on a more human level. Participants choose how much they wish to share; the invitation is simply to be present and listen.

The central question: What could change in our companies and our lives if we made more room for honest conversations?

With:

• Charbel Gabro, Founder of Samtalsringen
• Abbe Alzarzour, Chairman of Samtalsringen
• Angela Rossi, Board Member of Samtalsringen

Format: A two-hour interactive experience, beginning with Charbel’s talk and continuing with an introduction to Samtalsringen, conversations in smaller groups and a shared reflection.

Part of the Planet Founders Quest by Founders Alliance

How can founders build and own companies that put the planet first?

The Planet Founders Workshop empowers founders to explore how to create impactful, sustainable businesses. Through open dialogue, shared experiences, and collaborative thinking, we will exchange ideas, explore challenges, and inspire each other to turn sustainable ambitions into meaningful action.

Moderated by Joachim Karthäuser, Climeon and Zelk.

Can a Middle-Aged Man Break a World Record in Cycling with Jonas Bohr

Jonas Bohr’s inspiring story is about challenging your limits, finding purpose and motivation, and daring to dream big. With three children and three companies to his name, Jonas embarked on a remarkable journey towards breaking a world record in cycling.

In this interactive workshop, Jonas shares the experiences, mindset and lessons behind his extraordinary journey, inviting founders to reflect on how they balance entrepreneurial ambition with personal well-being, family and long-term health.

Together, participants explore what longevity means in business and in life, how to sustain energy and motivation over time, and how to pursue ambitious goals without losing sight of what matters most.

Key Themes

• Longevity: Building sustainable businesses and a sustainable life.
• Balance: Navigating the demands of entrepreneurship, family and personal well-being.
• Purpose & Motivation: Finding the drive to keep going when challenges arise.
• Resilience: Challenging perceived limits and developing the mindset to overcome obstacles.
• Long-Term Performance: Maintaining energy, health and ambition throughout the entrepreneurial journey.

Workshop Outcome

Participants gain new perspectives on their own ambitions, reflect on what sustainable success means to them, and identify practical ways to balance business growth, personal well-being and long-term performance.

Discover Jonas's cycling journey: jonasbohr.com, where you can also find the documentary Growing Young – The Road to a World Record.

The Central Question: How can we build companies that last without sacrificing the life we want to live?

Business Unit Meets

Matched meetings with 5-6 founders based on the workshop, designed to stimulate the business of doing good among all participants. The meetings also provide an opportunity to explore other challenges and opportunities that are key to each participant and discuss how to help each other further accelerate impact and business success.

Walk & Run

Combine movement, fresh air and meaningful conversations with fellow founders. Whether you prefer a walk or a run, this is an opportunity to connect in a relaxed setting, exchange ideas and experiences, and build relationships while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Hufvudsta Gård Boutique House.

3-course dinner with options for both alcohol-free and alcohol-based drinks. Matched seating with groups of 8 founders.

Transportation will be arranged from Hufvudsta Gård to Stockholm City Terminal. Please gather at the main entrance of Hufvudsta Gård at the designated departure time. The journey takes approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on traffic.

If you are traveling independently, taxis and ride services are available, and Solna station (commuter train) provides a convenient connection to Stockholm Central Station, located next to Cityterminalen.