Inaugural lecture: Experiences from a journey with Observit
Honorary Doctor Lars Flodén will, in his inaugural lecture, share the story of how he, as CEO, led and developed the Sundsvall-based company Observit from a local technology company into an international, publicy listed company and reflect on the valuable experiences gained along the way.
Transitioning from a project-based business to a product-oriented company while being based in a city in northern Sweden comes with its own challenges and opportunities. Looking back on his journey, Lars will reflect on his experiences as an entrepreneur, highlighting what contributed to Observit’s success and what, in hindsight, might have been done differently. He will also discuss what it is like to run a business and operate in Sundsvall, share his thoughts on the region’s development, and emphasize the importance of having a local university and how the collaboration has influenced Observit’s growth and success.