Thank you everyone for joining our the Simulation Leadership Forum 2026

Digital engineering is reshaping product development—but success is not defined by technology alone. It is defined by leadership and understand change.

At the Simulation Leadership Forum (SLF), you will learn how to take your digital journey from ambition to execution — turning simulation, data, and models into real business impact.

Dare to Drive: Reflections from Simulation Leadership Forum 2026.
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What Is the Simulation Leadership Forum?

The Simulation Leadership Forum (SLF) brings together engineering and R&D leaders focused on turning simulation and digital engineering into real business value.

Through keynotes, case studies, and discussions, it shares how leading companies use simulation, data, and models to improve decision-making, scale capabilities, and accelerate innovation.

SLF is a platform for leadership and exchange—helping organisations move from ambition to execution.

Watch SLF webinar – Why attend?

Watch webinar – Take the wheel make it happen

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Speakers at SLF 2026

Theme 2026 Dare to Drive Digital Engineering

Christian Brix Jacobsen - VP - Grundfos

“A conversation about what it takes to Dare to Drive”

Michael Dam - Senior specialist - Vestas Wind Systems

“In the End, It’s All About People”

Tim Brix Nerenst - Senior manager - Novo Nordisk

“Democratizing Simulation for Faster, Risk-Aware Decisions”

Per-Olof Marklund - CTO - SAAB Aeronautics

“Technical leadership in an advanced, secure and challenging enviroment.”

Robert Casselbrant - CFO - RISE Research Institutes of Sweden

“Would You Bet Your Own Money on This?”

Keith Hanna - Analyst - Cambashi

“Simulation Leadership through the AI lens”

Mathilde Lei - Team principal - Vermilion Racing - Formula Student

“Shaping the future of engineering leadership through Formula Student Racing”

Esben Metzsch - Head of Business - Vermilion Racing - Formula Student

“Shaping the future of engineering leadership through Formula Student Racing”

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Event Theme 2026: Dare to Drive – Taking the Wheel of Digital Engineering

Digital engineering is no longer experimental—it is operational.
The question is no longer if, but how well you lead it.

This year’s theme focuses on how to:

Move from tools to strategy
Use data to guide decisions
Align teams through models and simulation
Reduce uncertainty in product development
Lead transformation—not react to it

Because digital engineering is not just a technical challenge—it is a leadership challenge.

Why Attend the Simulation Leadership Forum?

Gain Practical Digital Engineering Insights

Learn how leading companies apply simulation and digital engineering in real product development environments—not theory.

Focus on What Matters First

Understand where to start, how to prioritize, and what to avoid when scaling across teams and disciplines.

Lead Change with Confidence

Discover how to align stakeholders, build trust in data, and drive adoption across your organization.

Learn from Real-World Experiences

Hear from peers facing the same challenges—not just technology showcases.

Turn Strategy into Business Value

Leave with a clear view of how to translate digital engineering into measurable outcomes.

What Will You Learn? Who Is This Event For? What You Will Take Away

At SLF, we address the questions leaders are asking right now:

How do you move from simulation experiments to enterprise-wide impact?
How do you ensure data and models actually improve decision-making?
How do you align engineering, IT, and business around digital engineering?
How do you maintain momentum as transformation becomes complex?

Engineering and R&D leaders
Simulation and digital engineering managers
Product development decision-makers
Digital transformation leaders
Executives responsible for innovation and strategy

If you are responsible for driving digital engineering or simulation strategy, SLF is built for you.

A clearer digital engineering strategy
Practical approaches to scaling simulation
Insights into organizational alignment and change
Real-world examples of success and failure
Confidence to lead your digital transformation journey

Advisory Board

As Digital Transformation of R&D is accelerating, it’s more important than ever to bring experience and best practices to a broader audience.

That’s why we decided to invite some of our most forward-looking speakers to the SLF advisory board. As board members they will assist with decisions about themes, speakers, and the SLF conference format, to ensure we provide the best possible experience.

We are very proud to introduce the SLF advisory board below:

Marcus Oledal - EDRMedeso

Field CTO

Wladimir Schamai - Danfoss

Vice President, AI & Digital Productivity

Katrine Wieck Bundgaard - Velux

Senior Manager, Sustainable Design & Simulation

Mark Hindsbo - Siemens

Head of Operational Software at Siemens Digital Industries

Signe Uneus - EDRMedeso

Business Consultant

Anneli Carlström - EDRMedeso

Marketing Specialist/SLF Coordinator

Can’t wait?

Listen to our podcast to be inspired!

Simulation Leadership Podcast is LIVE!

This conversation is packed with real-world insights for anyone looking to embrace innovation and lead with impact.

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