Meet Jesper Nygård, CEO of Realdania. Jesper has a distinguished leadership career in philanthropy, sustainability, and urban development. With a Master of Science in Governance from Roskilde University, his professional journey began in diverse roles, including substitute teacher, taxi driver, and mail worker. Early in his career, Jesper specialized in IT policy at the consulting firm EKJ before transitioning into influential board and chair positions across multiple organizations. He has played a key role in institutions such as the KAB Foundation, BRF Kredit, City Renewal Denmark, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, the Danish Architecture Center, and the European Foundation Centre, among others. Currently, Jesper serves as the CEO of Realdania, a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting projects that shape the built environment, reinforcing his commitment to sustainable urban development and societal impact.

In this conversation, Jesper and Maria discuss various topics, including Jespers' approach to leadership, the power of being good to people around you, and the importance of giving back to others and society.

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Learn more about Jesper Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesper-nyg%C3%A5rd-5602946/

Learn more about Realdania Website: https://realdania.dk/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/realdania/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdaniadk/

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About The Host Maria Anker Andersen is a young leader who fast-tracked her career in management consulting but dropped the career race to focus on developing meaningful organizations that contribute to a better planet and society. Hence, the non-profit Female Leadership Academy and the slow-fashion brand REIGN OF GAIA were born.

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Pernille C. Lotus is the founder of Beyond Breath and former CEO of WeAreCube, one of the largest influencer agencies in the Nordics. After nine years of relentless work in the corporate world, Pernille took a step back to reflect on her path. Struggling with physical pain and feeling like a diminished version of herself—a stressed mother, a disengaged partner, and an absent leader—she knew change was needed. In December 2023, Pernille boldly decided to leave her well-paying CEO role and dedicate herself fully to her passion: becoming a breathwork instructor and meditation teacher with Beyond Breath.

Join this conversation to uncover Pernille's inspiring journey from CEO of a leading influencer agency to breathwork instructor. Discover what drove her bold career shift, the lessons she learned along the way, and how she is now on a mission to make the world a better place—by helping individuals reconnect with themselves and unlock their true potential.

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Learn more about Pernille Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pernillecarolinelotus/

Learn more about Beyond Breath Website: https://www.beyondbreath.dk/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyondbreath/

Podcast Crew Podcast Soundbites: Laurits Nørgaard Podcast Editor: Rodrigo Arrieta

About The Host Maria Anker Andersen is a young leader who fast-tracked her career in management consulting but dropped the career race to focus on developing meaningful organizations that contribute to a better planet and society. Hence, the non-profit Female Leadership Academy and the slow-fashion brand REIGN OF GAIA were born.

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Meet Asbjørn Kastaniegaard. Asbjørn's career journey is truly remarkable. He began with nearly a decade in shipping at Maersk before transitioning to Bain & Company, where he spent ten years in various roles, ultimately becoming a partner. From there, he moved into the financial sector as Head of Long Term Equity Investments at Kirkbi for two years. He later returned to consulting as Managing Director and Partner at BCG for over four years. Most recently, Asbjørn co-founded CLARITY PARTNERS, focusing on M&A and strategy consulting, showcasing his dynamic leadership and expertise.

In this conversation, Asbjørn and Maria explore topics such as building resilience, charting your own path, and the importance of mental and physical fitness as key drivers of well-being.

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Learn more about Asbjørn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akastaniegaard/

Learn more about CLARITY PARTNERS Website: https://clarity-partners.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clarity-partners-copenhagen/

Podcast Crew Podcast Soundbites: Laurits Nørgaard Podcast Editor: Rodrigo Arrieta

About The Host Maria Anker Andersen is a young leader who fast-tracked her career in management consulting but dropped the career race to focus on developing meaningful organizations that contribute to a better planet and society. Hence, the non-profit Female Leadership Academy and the slow-fashion brand REIGN OF GAIA were born.

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