Carl Aaby

Carl Aaby is the CEO & CSO of IKEA Norway. He has been working with IKEA for over 18 years, holding various leadership positions in countries such as Japan, Austria, and the Netherlands. At the start-up conference, Carl will share his thoughts on innovation, sustainability, and the importance of creating a strong company culture. Carl has been driving IKEA’s sustainability and innovation agenda and has a clear ambition to make IKEA more relevant, affordable and accessible to the many people. He believes that innovation and sustainability go hand in hand and that businesses have a responsibility to create a better future for the planet and its people.