Dr. Ilham Kadri went from being a scientist to an award-winning CEO of the global science company Syensqo by breaking barriers, staying true to her purpose, and pushing for change.
In this 15-minute interview she speaks openly about her journey – from growing up with an illiterate grandmother in Morocco to coping with dyslexia, and shares exactly what it takes to lead on your own terms. Discover what influenced her career and why it matters for yours. Watch and see what’s possible when you claim the space you’re entitled to.
Volvo Group’s cybersecurity experts recently participated at Women in Tech Sweden 2025, presenting how they are helping transform the company from a traditional manufacturer into a competitive digital player, and the vital role that cybersecurity plays in this evolution.
How can technology tackle society’s biggest challenges – from climate change and healthcare to social justice? Dr. Vibhuti Agrawal (NextGen Healthcare), Julie Maes (Volvo Group), and Ava Volandes (Minecraft) share powerful insights into how they leverage technology for social good, drive responsible innovation, and create real-world impact. In this 21-minute discussion three leaders from different industries share a common vision: technology guided by purpose. Watch the full panel to see innovation creating lasting impact.
Want to get that salary you deserve? Perhaps you would like to find a more nimble way to advance your career? In this video you'll meet Linda Apelryd, Talent Acquisition Partner at Volvo Group, who will talk you through all the things you need to think about when applying for a job. So sit back, relax, and see if you have what it takes to shape the future of transportation and infrastructure with digital and connected solutions.
Have you heard of the Leaky Pipeline? The term is often used to depict women who passively ‘leak’ out of STEM careers – but the truth is more sinister – most women leave due to biases and barriers women face in their careers. Listen to Celine explain more in this insightful video.
One could be forgiven for thinking that women have only just started to make a significant difference in the field of STEM. The truth is, women have been changing the way we think, work and live for centuries. Meet some of the women who broke through to create real and lasting impact in our world, and let's celebrate their achievements!
What valuable insights emerged when Moa, a 26-year-old engineering student, mentored Mike, a seasoned VP at Volvo? This inspiring "reversed mentoring" journey highlights how breaking traditional roles fosters growth, challenges gender norms, and sparks measurable change. Watch the video to see how authenticity, courage, and collaboration lead to empowerment.
MinJuan Wang is a leader in AI. She has always been passionate about data and technology. But her journey hasn't always been straightforward. In fact, when she started her career, she was following someone else's dream. In Women Empowered, she shares what she learned along the way, and how you too can achieve your goals.
With close to 25 years' leadership in the field of design, Pernilla Johansson's background includes time as a consultant, working with Electrolux and Phillips Design and her current role as Vice President and Head of UX Design at Volvo Group Digital & IT. If her career journey has taught her anything - it's that there are three basic rules to success.
Listen to Cécile’s life and career advice around overcoming 'good girl syndrome'! Learn how she became a global leader, driving digital business transformation (focusing on customer, design and technology). From early life changing experiences, and facing challenges in her early 40’s, leveraging each obstacle to create a successful and sustainable career.
Did you ever get the feeling that people working in cybersecurity were oddball, introverted tech geniuses, locked away in basements and garages, preferring code to human contact? Think again. Meet some women working with cybersecurity and see what they are really like. Some are not even into coding!
Meet some of the women at Volvo Group who work at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence, shaping it to deliver the goods for the transport industry. Daria Zotova, Data Scientist, Deepthi Pathare, PhD in Machine Learning, and Ida Elwesköld, Digital Transformation Specialist explain what drew them to both AI and working at Volvo Group.
