Caroline Farberger

Recipient of the 2019 LGBTQ Person of the Year Award & Former CEO of ICA Insurance

  • Member of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council
  • Board Member and Chairperson of the Risk and Audit Committee at Qred
  • Recipient of the Womenomics Leadership Award and the Kerstin Hesselgren Award
  • First senior business leader in the Nordics to publicly discuss her gender transition

Discover Caroline Farberger’s biography of published work below.

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When Caroline Farberger is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Business benefit of inclusive leadership and full understanding of Diversity & Inclusion with an emphasis on inclusive leadership
Value of authenticity and being your full self at work
Understanding of biases, norms and privileges in the workplace

Caroline Farberger is a distinguished keynote speaker renowned for her expertise in diversity and inclusion, LGBTQ advocacy, and leadership. Caroline’s personal journey from Carl Farberger to Caroline Farberger, which she undertook at the age of 50, offers profound insights into the significance of inclusivity in leadership. Her experiences underscore the importance of fostering a culture where individuals are accepted and celebrated for their authentic selves, a belief she passionately advocates for. As a member of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council, Caroline also promotes female investments in the global investment industry, demonstrating her commitment to gender equality and inclusive leadership.

Educationally grounded with a BA in Business Economics from the University of Gothenburg and an MSc in Electric Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology, Caroline embarked on her career as an Engagement Manager Consultant at McKinsey. Her career trajectory includes notable roles such as VP of Marketing at Trygg-Hansa, Co-Founder and CEO of InsMark, and Director of Pricing & Underwriting at Codan Forsikring. Currently, she serves as a Board Member and Chairperson of the Risk and Audit Committee at Qred and as a Senior Advisor at Wellstreet.

As a former CEO of ICA Insurance, Caroline played a pivotal role in transforming the organisation into the fastest-growing consumer insurer in Sweden. Her extensive career includes a variety of senior management positions, reflecting her leadership acumen. Notably, Caroline is the first senior business leader in the Nordics to publicly discuss her gender transition, making her a powerful voice on inclusion and authenticity in the corporate world.

Caroline’s impact as a speaker is profound. Her TEDx talk, “Living As Your True Self,” eloquently narrates her journey to self-discovery and authenticity, providing inspiration to many. Named LGBTQ Person of the Year in 2019 at the QX Gala, she has also received accolades such as the Womenomics Leadership Award and the Kerstin Hesselgren Award. Caroline’s career is marked by courage and advocacy, positioning her as a champion for diversity and inclusive leadership. Organisations seeking to adopt inclusive policies and systems will find her insights invaluable. For those looking to inspire and educate their teams with a speaker of exceptional experience and profound personal insight, Caroline Farberger is an exemplary choice. Enquire now to bring her transformative vision to your next event.

Official Testimonials

Caroline Farberger is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Caroline’s keynote speech at BMW Group was powerful, touching and inspiring. Her ability to connect with the audience was truly remarkable. After her speech we received a lot of positive feedback from our employees and we will continue the important work of inclusion. Thank you Caroline for sharing your knowledge with us!”

Johanna, CEO, BMW Group

“Your inspiring talk has echoed through our organization and accelerated our conversations about inclusion and diversity. Thank you for leading the way.”

Lena, HR Director, Ramboll

“We were honoured that Caroline chose to share her story with us. We believe it is through brave stories like hers that we can better understand what inclusivity really means, and how we can develop as a company and as leaders. After all, we understand we are all on a development journey. Caroline’s uniqueness and honesty were deeply respected. As a seasoned finance professional, she can easily relate to our world and was able to bring up many interesting and relevant questions and thoughts.”

Pia, CEO, CapMan

“With her very personal and authentic keynote, Caroline inspired and engaged with our global HR community. Her personal experiences gave us extraordinary insights into what inclusive leadership and listening to others really means.”

Sylvie, EVP HR, Henkel

“It was a privilege to have Caroline join us as a keynote speaker at our annual Risk Advisory kick-off. Her insights on diversity and inclusion as well the importance of having the courage to be one’s true self served as a genuine inspiration to all attendees. Her thorough preparation and willingness to understand our department’s values and future ambitions ensured a tailored experience. Her expertise , unique point of view, passion and ability to connect with the audience make her a standout speaker and we will welcome her back anytime.”

Tinnamaria, Managing Advisor, Deloitte

To enquire about Caroline Farberger for your event or corporate function, simply contact us via agent@lgbt-speakers.com or call a booking agent on 0203 9816 295.