Håkan Nordkvist

Håkan Nordkvist is an acclaimed pioneer in corporate sustainability who spent over a decade leading innovation for the IKEA Group. During his eleven-year tenure, he established and directed a dedicated team focused on integrating environmental responsibility with commercial growth. His work was instrumental in launching the IKEA Clean energy service business, which now provides sustainable power solutions across more than fourteen international markets, and driving the transition toward plant-based proteins within the company's global food offerings. Beyond energy and food, Håkan was the architect of the circular business agenda at IKEA. He developed transformative models such as furniture-as-a-service, second-hand retail initiatives, and comprehensive repair and take-back schemes. His influence extends to high-level international collaborations, having co-founded and chaired Launch Nordic alongside organizations including NASA, Nike, and USAID. He has also contributed his expertise to the board of BoKlok, focusing on the delivery of affordable, sustainable housing. As a keynote speaker, Håkan provides a practical perspective on how global brands can successfully navigate the shift toward a circular economy. He draws on his extensive experience in reducing corporate carbon footprints and building scalable, eco-friendly business models to help audiences understand the future of sustainable innovation. On stage, Håkan Nordkvist is best known for talks on Innovation, Energy & Sustainability and Retail. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Business & Consulting and Sustainability & Environment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Håkan Nordkvist is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in Sweden, Håkan Nordkvist travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Håkan Nordkvist would approach your audience.