In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

What does it take to build a European tech champion from scratch? Nicolai Tangen sits down with Robert Gentz, co-founder and co-CEO of Zalando, to trace the journey from selling flip-flops to building Europe’s leading online fashion platform with more than 60 million customers. Gentz shares how Zalando scaled at unprecedented speed, the flywheel behind its expansion across categories and countries, and how early customer learning shaped everything that followed. The conversation explores how data and AI are reshaping fashion—from sizing and personalization to logistics and returns—and why Gentz believes in a “European Dream” that keeps entrepreneurial talent and companies on the continent. A wide-ranging conversation on scale, leadership, and Europe’s future in tech. Tune in!
In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.

The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Une Solheim.

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What's holding back AI adoption in large organizations? Nicolai Tangen speaks with Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, partner at Greylock, and board member at Microsoft. They explore why AI is the biggest tech revolution of our lifetime, how startups are deploying it effectively while large companies take a risk-first approach, and why Europe must get in the game rather than just regulate from the sidelines. Reid shares his contrarian investment philosophy that led to early bets on PayPal, Facebook, and Airbnb, and offers crucial advice: the next generation must become AI native. Tune in for an insightful conversation!
In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.

The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Tobias Hyldmo and David Høysæther.

Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube
Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)
Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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What's holding back AI adoption in large organizations? Nicolai Tangen speaks with Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, partner at Greylock, and board member at Microsoft. They explore why AI is the biggest tech revolution of our lifetime, how startups are deploying it effectively while large companies take a risk-first approach, and why Europe must get in the game rather than just regulate from the sidelines. Reid shares his contrarian investment philosophy that led to early bets on PayPal, Facebook, and Airbnb, and offers crucial advice: the next generation must become AI native. Tune in for an insightful conversation!
In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.

The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Tobias Hyldmo and David Høysæther.

Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube
Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)
Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.

Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/givaudan-ceo-the-art-of-perfumery-creating-iconic/id1614211565?i=1000750254613&l=nb
What's the secret behind the world's most iconic scents and flavours? Nicolai Tangen travels to Switzerland to speak with Gilles Andrier, CEO of Givaudan, the global leader in fragrances and flavours. They explore the creative process behind developing perfumes for brands like Tom Ford, the impact of Givaudan's legendary perfumery school on the fragrance industry, and the science of making food healthier without sacrificing taste. Gilles shares his leadership philosophy of balancing performance with humanity, and why experimentation matters more than career planning. Tune in for a journey into the world of taste and smell!
In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.
The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Isabelle Karlsson.

Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube
Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)
Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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What's the secret behind the world's most iconic scents and flavours? Nicolai Tangen travels to Switzerland to speak with Gilles Andrier, CEO of Givaudan, the global leader in fragrances and flavours. They explore the creative process behind developing perfumes for brands like Tom Ford, the impact of Givaudan's legendary perfumery school on the fragrance industry, and the science of making food healthier without sacrificing taste. Gilles shares his leadership philosophy of balancing performance with humanity, and why experimentation matters more than career planning. Tune in for a journey into the world of taste and smell!
In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.

The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Isabelle Karlsson.

Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTube
Want to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)
Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedIn
Follow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram
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