THE BOARD

Jennie Ahrén

Chair

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I work with sustainable investments in what is classified as frontier and emerging markets (low and middle income countries) at a small asset manager - Tundra Fonder. In addition, I am involved in projects that aim to promote cooperation between academia, business, politics and the voluntary sector.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Swesif is an important focal point for disseminating knowledge and information on how the financial sector can contribute to sustainable development. I hope to bring a global perspective from my research background and add knowledge from regions beyond Europe. Networks and collaborations are key in this context.

What does sustainability mean to me?

Long-term solutions where people, the environment and society can interact and develop to their full potential. We need to understand that sustainability is more than just the here and now.

Anette Carmelius

Treasurer

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I work as a Client Manager for institutions and distributors at Alfred Berg Sweden. My role involves communicating our sustainability initiatives to clients while also contributing to the development and refinement of our overall sustainability strategy.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

The financial industry has a major responsibility to drive sustainability issues forward. Swesif is an important player in this work, which also brings together many members. For me, it's great to be able to contribute my knowledge and experience as we continue to educate and develop the industry - a work that will certainly also contribute to my own development.

What does sustainability mean to me?

Going the extra mile in everyday life, making sustainable choices. Educating and passing on this knowledge to those around you and to future generations is important to me. In a broader perspective, it is about ensuring that economic growth and important societal functions can be developed and operated in a way that respects people and the environment. We have to take care of our amazing planet, it can't wait!

Alexandra Frenander

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I work as a corporate analyst within Responsible Ownership at the Folksam Group. My colleagues and I are responsible for advocacy work and company dialogues with our holdings. This means that I conduct dialogues with companies on all kinds of ESG issues, which is very fun and rewarding.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Sustainability is an incredibly important part of asset management today and collaboration with other actors gives us all greater opportunities to make a difference through sustainable investments. In addition, I also see it as a personal opportunity to network, develop and contribute with my background in human rights and children's rights.

What does sustainability mean to me?

The most important thing we can do for each other, our planet and ourselves right now. Sustainability encompasses so much, but the goal is always to create a balance where people and the environment can work together.

Cecilia Cisana

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I am responsible for Sustainalytics' client and advisory work in Europe, which means that I try to understand investors' needs and objectives around sustainability, and how sustainability analytics and data can support this work.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

The market for sustainability, both within and beyond the financial industry, has developed exponentially over the last 5-10 years, and forums like Swesif are facing a huge need for collaboration. Here, asset owners and managers can discuss sustainability issues and learn from each other, and data providers and consultants can support and evolve with the market. I am convinced that collaboration is the key to meeting our sustainability goals and through my involvement in the Swesif board I can strengthen and drive the process.

What does sustainability mean to me?

It is an issue that goes far beyond sustainable investment, and affects our quality of life, health, safety and future. It is about both planetary boundaries and respect for our fellow human beings and future generations. Capital is needed to build a more sustainable economy and society, and therefore sustainable ownership and management play an important role.

Allan Emanuelsson

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I work as a specialist in ESG and sustainable investments at Danske Bank Asset Management where I have the privilege of working with everything from integrating sustainability issues into risk management, investment activities and active ownership to customer dialogue and regulatory compliance.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

I believe that it is ultimately beneficial both to the sustainability agenda and to us as market participants if we join forces in advancing the position of sustainable investment and making our voice heard in different contexts.

What does sustainability mean to me?

I think that the Brundtland Commission's definition of sustainability is still the benchmark, i.e. 'Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs'. It also means to me that all actors in society, including politicians, legislators and investors, need to think more long-term and create the conditions for the necessary transition.

Edson Fonseca

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I work as a Sustainability Specialist for Schroders' operations in Europe. In practice, this means talking closely with our clients about their sustainability needs and how Schroders, as a global asset manager, can support them with investment solutions, research or other collaborations.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Swesif has long been a hub for dialog and knowledge exchange in areas related to sustainable investments. Something that is clear in recent years is how the complexity of sustainability issues has constantly increased and with that, a platform like SWESIF becomes even more important so that we as an industry have a place for collaboration. I look forward to contributing to the promotion of collaboration through Swesif to drive the dialog around sustainable investment.

What does sustainability mean to me?

For me, sustainability is about awareness, respect and responsibility for the world around us. Not all value is created in the same way and it is important that we contribute to value creation that is rooted in sustainability.

Anette Andersson

Vice Chair

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I’m part of the Sustainability Team at SEB Asset Management, where I work alongside colleagues to support the organization on a wide range of sustainability-related matters—spanning product development, ESG integration, corporate engagement, and reporting. My primary focus is on investments in alternative asset classes, such as private equity and infrastructure, but I’m also heavily involved in sustainability communications.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Swesif serves as a unique platform for knowledge exchange among stakeholders in the financial market. With extensive hands-on experience in sustainable investing, I strongly believe that collaboration is essential to addressing the complex challenges we face.

What does sustainability mean to me?

To me, sustainability is about long-term value creation. It ensures that a broader set of considerations—beyond just financial return—are embedded in decision-making processes.

Nikolay Burdakov

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I’m Head of Sustainability and Responsible Investments at Odin Fonder in Sweden. It’s a broad role, but at its core, it’s about integrating sustainability into investment decisions and driving active ownership through engagement with our portfolio companies. I also work on sustainability matters related to communication, strategy, and regulatory compliance—approaching sustainable investing from multiple angles.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Sustainability requires collective efforts and collaboration—sharing knowledge, experience, and resources to drive meaningful change. Swesif’s work in promoting transparency and knowledge-sharing is therefore critical. This is especially true in the investment industry, where the complexity and scope of the sustainability agenda demand cooperation to achieve long-term, sustainable value creation. I’m eager to contribute my experience and passion to help advance this mission.

What does sustainability mean to me?

For me, sustainability is about taking a long-term view—on behalf of myself, my child, and humanity as a whole. We live in an interconnected world, where every decision we make today shapes the world of tomorrow. In the investment industry, we must recognize that sustainability is essential to long-term relevance. Taking responsibility—for both society and the environment—means ensuring that both our own decisions and those of our portfolio companies reflect sustainability considerations, both short- and long-term.

Emma Sjöström

Board member

What do I do when I don't sit on Swesif's board?

I conduct research in sustainable finance at the Stockholm School of Economics. My primary focus is on active ownership—particularly what makes investor engagement effective. Lately, I’ve also developed an interest in corporate boards. I’m currently conducting interviews with women who chair listed companies—still a rare group—and exploring the paths that led them there. Alongside my academic work, I run Hållbart Kapital, a knowledge-based consultancy that facilitates workshops, authors reports, and even hosts a book club for professionals looking to deepen their understanding of sustainability and ESG-related topics.

Why am I active on the Board of Swesif?

Swesif plays a key role as a meeting ground for actors across the financial sector, and I would be glad to contribute a research-based perspective to that dialogue. Academic research can offer valuable insights into the complex sustainability landscape, where diverse interests sometimes collide—and occasionally, it can challenge prevailing assumptions. In addition to my own work, I bring a strong network within academia that I hope can further support Swesif’s mission.

What does sustainability mean to me?

To me, sustainability is a long-term, inclusive mindset. It’s about thinking not just one step ahead, but several—and ensuring that each decision contributes to societal well-being, both now and in the future. It demands strategic thinking, but also qualities like imagination and empathy.