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🎧 Arla Unplugged The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives. From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll...
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🎧 Arla Unplugged
The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives.
From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll meet the people shaping the future of dairy. We talk culture, leadership, innovation, inclusion, sustainability —and everything in between.
Expect honest conversations, unexpected insights, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re part of Arla Foods or just Arla-curious, this is your backstage pass to how we grow, work, and make a difference.
🎙️ New episodes drop regularly.
Produceret i samarbejde med Podcaster.dk
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The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives.
From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll meet the people shaping the future of dairy. We talk culture, leadership, innovation, inclusion, sustainability —and everything in between.
Expect honest conversations, unexpected insights, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re part of Arla Foods or just Arla-curious, this is your backstage pass to how we grow, work, and make a difference.
🎙️ New episodes drop regularly.
Produceret i samarbejde med Podcaster.dk
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19 MAR 2026 · What does digital transformation really mean in practice, beyond the buzzwords?
In this episode of Arla Unplugged, we’re joined by Patrik Hansson, Executive Vice President & CMO at Arla Foods, to talk about how digital is changing the way Arla connects with consumers, drives innovation and turns strategy into action.
Patrik shares concrete examples from Arla’s digital journey seen from a consumer and marketing perspective, reflects on how data and insights shape decision‑making, and looks ahead to how consumer expectations are evolving faster than many realise.
Tune in for a honest conversation about leadership, digital change and what it takes to move from ambition to impact.
2 FEB 2026 · What does inclusion really look like in a multicultural workplace in the MENA region?
In this episode of Arla Unplugged, host Jóhann Thór Haahr Hansen is joined by Harry Veldman (Site Director), Mona Alsari (Head of HR Supply Chain, MENA), and Adriano Romano (Sr. Operations Manager) from our dairy site in Bahrain.
Together, they share honest stories and practical insights about building trust, navigating cultural differences, and making everyone feel they belong.
5 JAN 2026 · How do you lead a major transformation in IT&Digital when there’s no perfect roadmap?
In this episode of Arla Unplugged, host Jóhann Thór Haahr Hansen sits down with Mia Heslegrave, Chief Information Officer and Arla Foods, to talk openly about the ledership dilemmas behind Arla’s recent organizational change in IT & Digital.
From defining the “why” and balancing planning with flexibility, to communicating at the right time and gathering meaningful feedback, Mia shares honest stories, practical lessons, and advice for anyone facing change. Tune in for a candid look at what it really takes to navigate change.
11 DEC 2025 · From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, every generation brings something unique to the workplace. Experiences, values, and even their favorite emojis.
Join host Jóhann Thór as he welcomes Ola Arvidsson (EVP & Chief HR Officer) and Alici Muhana Iannitelli (Supply Chain Sustainability Manager) for a candid and energetic discussion about the power of generations working side by side.
Ola and Alici dive into how we at Arla can turn the differences into strengths, sharing stories, surprises, practical advice and a lot of laughs for learning from each other and building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Listen in for a fun conversation that will inspire you - whether you’re just starting your career or have decades of experience.
8 DEC 2025 · Listen to our latest episode of the Health series of Arla Unplugged, featuring James Prentice, Associate Director for Marketing Transformation, as he guides is into the world of responsible marketing.
Discover why having a Responsible Marketing Policy is crucial for companies today and how ours stands out by exceeding regulatory requirements.
James takes us on a journey through our robust policy, highlighting how we ensure that unhealthy products are not marketed to children, a vital step in combating rising child obesity and nutritional deficits.
21 NOV 2025 · Join us for Episode 2 of our Health Series on Arla Unplugged, where we explore the work of the Centre of Excellence for sugar reduction. This episode was recorded in 2024 and features insights from Anja Serena, Chief Scientist in Nutrition, and Nikoline Hyldelund, Consumer Scientist from the Arla Innovation Centre.
Discover how we are leading the charge in bringing health to the world through innovative sugar reduction strategies. Anja and Nikoline share their expertise on the Centre's goals, the sensory methods being developed to evaluate sweet taste, and the consumer insights driving our strategies.
Learn about the challenges and opportunities in reducing added sugar and the future directions for enhancing consumer health benefits - and how consumer insights play a crucial role in understanding different sentiments towards sugar and sweeteners.
17 NOV 2025 · Join us for the Health series of Arla Unplugged recorded in 2024 to learn more about dairy's role in nutrition and health.
In this episode, nutrition scientists Lea Brader and Elin Boll take us on a journey through the overall food system, the nutritional benefits of dairy and its place in healthy and sustainable diets. Discover how we are are leading the way by working proactively with dietary guidelines, our product portfolio and the Access to Nutrition Index (ATNi).
This conversation is essential for anyone looking to understand how we are bringing health and nutrition to the world.
Host: Jóhann Thór, Global Internal Communications
8 OCT 2025 · What does Arla’s culture look and feel like for the next generation?
In the final episode of our 25-year anniversary podcast series, host Jóhann Thór sits down with Jens Højlund Christensen and Gawain Bay - two colleagues who joined Arla through the F15 graduate programme after university in 2023 and are now both working in Arla Foods Ingredients.
From rotations in Riyadh, Utrecht, Beijing, and Stockholm, Jens and Gawain bring a truly international perspective on what it means to start a career at Arla today, and how our culture stands out and is felt across the globe.
Tune in as we talk about first impressions, living our values, and what the future holds for young and international talent at Arla.
If you’re thinking about joining Arla, or simply curious about what it’s like to start your career here, this episode is for you. Don’t miss it!
29 SEP 2025 · What does it really take to keep your career moving and find your best fit at Arla? In this third and final episode of our Let’s Talk Talent series, we dive into FLOW - the part of our career framework that’s all about navigating transitions, seizing new opportunities, and making your career work for you.
Host Jóhann Thór is joined by Rasmus Cortnum, HR Director and HR Partner for FLITS, and Dorthe Holm Jensen, Senior Consultant in Talent Acquisition.
Together, we talk about how we want to flow people into new roles across the business - but also why taking the initiative is, first and foremost, up to each of us as individuals.
Tune in for practical advice, tips, and real-life examples on how to prepare for your next step, increase your visibility, and make the most of mobility options within Arla.
Whether you’re considering a new role or just want to feel more in control of your career journey, this episode is packed with insights for you.
25 SEP 2025 · Welcome to the second episode of our 25-year anniversary edition of Arla Unplugged.
After exploring our cooperative journey, it’s time to focus on what we produce - and the impact dairy has on the world and our food systems.
Host Jóhann Thór Haahr Hansen is joined by Cecilia Kocken, Head of Arla Sweden, and Laurent Ponti, Head of Arla Bangladesh, to discuss how Arla supports robust food systems and public health in both mature and emerging markets.
Discover how our products help nourish communities, promote healthy habits, and strengthen food security - from school breakfast programs in Sweden to affordable nutrition in Bangladesh.
This episode dives into the challenges and opportunities of feeding a growing world, and the responsibility we share in making a positive difference - locally and globally.
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about the nutritional power of dairy, the importance of accessibility, and the pride of being part of a cooperative that feeds life.
🎧 Arla Unplugged The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives. From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll...
show more
🎧 Arla Unplugged
The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives.
From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll meet the people shaping the future of dairy. We talk culture, leadership, innovation, inclusion, sustainability —and everything in between.
Expect honest conversations, unexpected insights, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re part of Arla Foods or just Arla-curious, this is your backstage pass to how we grow, work, and make a difference.
🎙️ New episodes drop regularly.
Produceret i samarbejde med Podcaster.dk
show less
The podcast that lifts the lid on life inside one of the world’s biggest dairy cooperatives.
From bold ideas to behind-the-scenes stories, Arla Unplugged is where you’ll meet the people shaping the future of dairy. We talk culture, leadership, innovation, inclusion, sustainability —and everything in between.
Expect honest conversations, unexpected insights, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re part of Arla Foods or just Arla-curious, this is your backstage pass to how we grow, work, and make a difference.
🎙️ New episodes drop regularly.
Produceret i samarbejde med Podcaster.dk
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