Caroline Farberger

Caroline Farberger is a transformational leader and a trailblazer in the world of inclusive leadership and diversity advocacy.

With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years in the financial industry, Caroline has held numerous prominent roles, including serving as the CEO of ICA Insurance. Over six years, she successfully built the company from the ground up, achieving a turnover of 80 million euros with strong profitability by transforming the traditional insurance business model. Her unique journey as a business executive, having navigated the corporate landscape both as a man and a woman, offers unparalleled insights into the value of authenticity, inclusion, and embracing diversity in leadership.

As a board executive for several leading financial institutions and an active investor in private equity and venture capital, Caroline combines strategic business acumen with a profound understanding of the importance of inclusive practices. Today, she remains actively involved in board work and serves on the boards of several companies, including Max Matthiessen, Qred Bank, Hedvig (Insurance), and Svensk Fastighetsförmedling, with a primary focus on transforming business models through new technology. During the years 2022–2023, Caroline served as an advisor to the G7 on gender equality, further cementing her position as a global advocate for equity and empowerment.

Caroline’s personal story of transitioning while holding a high-profile leadership role has made her the first senior business leader in the Nordics to speak openly about her gender transition. Her experiences provide a rare and powerful perspective on the biases, norms, and privileges that exist in the workplace and how they can be dismantled to foster truly inclusive environments. Caroline’s message is not only about her journey but also about empowering others to build trust, foster genuine connections, and create spaces where every individual can thrive, regardless of their background or identity.

Today, Caroline is a sought-after keynote speaker and executive team coach, known for helping organizations unlock their full potential by championing inclusive leadership. Through her captivating talks, she emphasizes the business benefits of embracing diversity and creating equitable workplaces. Her thought-provoking insights encourage leaders to reflect on their own biases and inspire them to champion authenticity and inclusivity in their own leadership roles.