Johan Rockström, Mattias Klum, Helena Helmersson, Annika Winsth, and Kjell A. Nordström Confirmed as Speakers for Society Expo 2026
Society Expo is now presenting several of its most influential speakers for the event to be held from May 27 to June 9, 2026.
Confirmed Speakers
The confirmed speakers include:
- Johan Rockström – internationally leading climate researcher
- Mattias Klum – world-renowned filmmaker and photographer
- Helena Helmersson – former CEO of H&M
- Annika Winsth – Chief Economist at Nordea
- Kjell A. Nordström – researcher and future thinker
Together, they represent a diverse range of perspectives, from global sustainability to economy, leadership, and societal transformation – which characterizes Society Expo.
Event Overview
Society Expo 2026 includes international, national, and regional/local meetings and conferences, as well as exhibitions, art, music, theater, and dance. Speakers will gather in multiple contexts, including a Swedish-language knowledge program at the inauguration and international in-depth sessions during the expo days.
Knowledge Program: Sustainability Begins with Knowledge
On the inauguration day, May 28, 2026, the official knowledge program will take place at Sara Kulturhus from 3:00 PM to 5:45 PM under the theme ”Sustainability Begins with Knowledge”.
Key highlights include:
- Helena Helmersson will discuss cross-border collaboration as the future’s superpower
- Annika Winsth will explore how economic trends and societal changes affect our ability to transform
- Kjell A. Nordström will analyze how the global map is being redrawn as the world changes
The program is free and open to all. Tickets can be booked at www.se26.se.
International Knowledge Program: Our Time on Earth
On June 5, Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum will present ”The human quest – abundance within planetary boundaries”, discussing how human welfare can develop within the planet’s sustainable limits.
The program combines science, visual storytelling, and reflection, delivering a strong and hopeful message despite the serious subject matter. The lecture will be followed by a discussion and audience questions.
This program is also free, with tickets available from February 9.
