2025 Texas Delegation to Gothenburg - Panel Discussion

Public Panel on Technology & Entrepreneurship

Get ready to join an inspiring afternoon as leading voices from Sweden and the US come together for a transatlantic panel on technology and entrepreneurship in a geopolitical world.

This event is all about building connections, sharing insights, and exploring how we can strengthen collaboration between our two countries in times of both challenges and opportunities. Expect thought-provoking discussions, fresh perspectives, and the chance to engage directly during our open Q&A.
 

📅 Mark your calendar!
Monday, September 15, 2025
🕒 15:00–17:00 CEST (Sweden) | 8:00–10:00 AM CDT (Texas)
Followed by Q&A and networking

📍 Location:
Aula, Main University Building, Vasaparken, University of Gothenburg
💻 Online participation available (link shared with registered participants)

🎤 Panelists include:
Hannes Helander – Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences
Ilona Kiebler – Management Consultant Digital Transformation (ERP Specialist) at Kiebler&Partners
Linda McMahon – CEO, Dallas Economic Development Corporation
Dr. Mitch Stevison – President & CEO, Frontgrade Technologies
Klementina Österberg – CEO, GU Ventures

Moderated by:
Helene Honeybone – Entrepreneur & Honorary Consul of Sweden, Dallas
Maureen McKelvey – Professor & Director, U-GOT KIES, University of Gothenburg

👉 Register here: Event Registration

This panel is part of the Nordic Texas Initiative, a collaboration between U-GOT KIES, the Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Dallas, and SACC-Dallas – building bridges in innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.