Join us for a fireside chat with Camilla Andersson, Pinecone Ventures, as we explore why ownership is a power strategy from women in investing to smart capital, venture studios, and the differences between Sweden and Norway’s VC markets.Ownership is power but capital alone is not enough.

The strongest investors today don’t just provide funding. They bring operational expertise, strategic guidance, and structural support that help founders build companies designed for long-term value creation.

In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Camilla Andersson from Pinecone Ventures to discuss why equity is more than a financial instrument for it’s influence, leverage, and long-term value creation.

Camilla is passionate about increasing women’s participation in investing and ownership, highlighting why broader shareholding isn’t just a diversity issue  but a structural economic opportunity.

Beyond equity, we’ll dive into how smart capital combines operational, strategic, and structural support, and when consultancy or hands-on guidance may be more impactful than traditional equity financing.

We’ll also explore the key differences between Sweden and Norway’s venture capital landscapes, how fundraising environments vary across borders, and what founders should understand when navigating Nordic markets.

🔎 In this session, we’ll explore:

• Why ownership is a power strategy especially for women
• The importance of getting “half of the population” into shareholding
• The difference between capital and smart, operational capital
• When consultancy or structural support may be stronger than equity
• Key differences between Sweden and Norway’s VC and fundraising markets
• How Venture Studios create value differently from traditional VC

Whether you’re a founder, investor, or ecosystem builder, this conversation offers practical insights into building stronger companies through aligned ownership, broader participation, and intentional capital strategies.

🎤 The session will be moderated by Naimul Abd – Regional Director Nordics at Startup Grind, CEO at Connect East, SweBAN, Founder Institute Nordics, Nutty Ventures, and Brim – Brands for Impact.