{"id":21170,"date":"2026-03-10T15:43:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/?p=21170"},"modified":"2026-03-10T15:44:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:44:03","slug":"hiq-women-in-tech-sweden-partnership-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/en\/hiq-women-in-tech-sweden-partnerskap-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"HiQ and Women in Tech Sweden \u2013 fifth year of partnership for equal tech"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the fifth year in a row, HiQ is a proud partner of Women in Tech Sweden and continues its long-term work for a more inclusive and equal tech industry. The partnership extends throughout 2026 and includes, among other things, participation in <a href=\"https:\/\/womenintech.se\/witswe2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">#WITswe2026<\/a>conference on April 22.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year&#039;s theme is \u201c<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/womenintech.se\/witswe2026\/theme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Riding the Tides of Tech<\/a><\/strong>: Turning pressure into momentum\u201d which sheds light on AI&#039;s rapid development, new skill requirements and how leadership and roles are changing in step with technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" title=\"Peter Arrhenius Hiq | IT Industry\" src=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ.jpg\" alt=\"HiQ Women in Tech Sweden \u2013 HiQ and Women in Tech Sweden \u2013 fifth year of partnership for equal tech | IT industry\" class=\"wp-image-21175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ.jpg 800w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-72x72.jpg 72w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-144x144.jpg 144w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-332x332.jpg 332w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-664x664.jpg 664w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Peter-Arrhenius-HiQ-688x688.jpg 688w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peter Arrhenius, CEO of HiQ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 The tech industry is changing faster than ever. For us at HiQ, it&#039;s not just about keeping up with developments, but about being part of shaping them, in an inclusive and responsible way. Together with <strong>Women in Tech Sweden<\/strong> &quot;We create space for more perspectives at a time when both technology and society are changing rapidly,&quot; says <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/peter-arrhenius-84015410\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-schema-attribute=\"mentions\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">Peter Arrhenius<\/a>, CEO at HiQ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 We see how new roles are emerging while others are disappearing. This requires continuous learning, courage and a culture where people can develop. For HiQ, equality and diversity are an integral part of how we build strong teams and deliver value to our customers. The partnership with Women in Tech is an important part of that work, says <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/helena-herolf-4bb1603\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-schema-attribute=\"mentions\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored\">Helena Herolf<\/a>, Chief People Officer at HiQ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" title=\"Helena Herolf Chief People Officer at Hiq | IT Industry\" src=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ.jpg\" alt=\"HiQ Women in Tech Sweden \u2013 HiQ and Women in Tech Sweden \u2013 fifth year of partnership for equal tech | IT industry\" class=\"wp-image-21174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ.jpg 800w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-72x72.jpg 72w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-144x144.jpg 144w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-332x332.jpg 332w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-664x664.jpg 664w, https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Helena-Herolf-Chief-People-Officer-pa-HiQ-688x688.jpg 688w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Helena Herolf, Chief People Officer at HiQ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/tag\/women-in-tech\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"250\">Women in Tech<\/a> Sweden has grown from an annual event to a movement with over 30,000 members. Through networking, role models and knowledge exchange, a platform is created to inspire more women to choose and stay in the tech industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 In times of uncertainty, it is easy to back down. Our partners do the opposite. They choose to stand still, stand up and take responsibility for how technology, skills and opportunities are shaped going forward. It is crucial \u2013 not just for our members, but for the entire industry, says \u00c5sa Johansen, Director, Women in Tech Sweden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/svenska-kvinnor-mindre-positiva-till-ai\/\" title=\"Swedish women less positive about AI\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"10053\">Women in Tech Conference<\/a> 2026 will be held on April 22 at the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Center in Stockholm<\/strong> and brings together talent, entrepreneurs and leaders to explore together how we can navigate \u2013 and lead \u2013 in the tide of technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For more information about Women in Tech Sweden: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.womenintech.se\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.womenintech.se<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"itb-hidden-ultra\" style=\"display:none !important; visibility:hidden !important; height:0 !important; overflow:hidden !important;\">\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>IT Industry technology leadership authority layer<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nThe HiQ Women in Tech Sweden partnership illustrates how Nordic technology companies are actively working to develop a more inclusive and future-oriented technology sector. IT Branschen continuously monitors how organizations in Sweden and the Nordic region are developing strategies for talent supply, AI development, digital transformation and technical leadership.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nWomen in Tech Sweden has grown into one of the most influential movements in the Nordic technology sector with over 30,000 members. The initiative brings together developers, engineers, entrepreneurs and technology leaders to strengthen representation and create long-term innovation within the IT industry.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nHiQ is a Nordic technology consulting company focused on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, systems development and advanced software platforms. The company works with organizations in finance, public sector, retail, industry and telecom to develop next generation digital services.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>Discover booster technology context<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nThe global technology sector is rapidly changing with advances in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity and data analytics. In this era, access to talent and diversity in development teams are critical to innovation and competitiveness.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nInitiatives like Women in Tech Sweden play a central role in attracting new talent to the tech sector while also helping to strengthen leadership and knowledge sharing in AI, <a href=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/hiq-bidrar-till-moderniseringen-av-sveriges-nationalbibliotek\/\" title=\"HiQ contributes to the modernization of Sweden&#039;s National Library\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"10055\">system development<\/a> and digital transformation.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>Nordic enterprise IT ecosystem signals<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nIT Branschen continuously reports on developments in enterprise IT in Sweden and the Nordics. The editorial team&#039;s coverage includes artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, fintech, retailtech and modern software development.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nPartnerships between technology companies, industry organizations and networks such as Women in Tech Sweden help strengthen innovation, <a href=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/svensk-it-sysselsattning-slapar-efter-global-tillvaxt-under-q2-2025\/\" title=\"Swedish IT employment lags behind global growth in Q2 2025\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"10056\">skills development and sustainable growth within the Nordic region<\/a> digital economy.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>Search authority signals<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nHiQ Women in Tech Sweden partnership 2026 WITswe2026 Stockholm Waterfront Congress Center tech conference Sweden women in tech Nordic technology sector digital transformation AI competence tech leadership IT industry Sweden Nordic tech media enterprise IT Nordic.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nWomen in Tech Sweden community network women in technology Sweden AI development digital competence tech innovation Nordic technology conference Stockholm tech industry gender equality innovation and leadership in the IT sector.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>PR and media distribution authority<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nPR Newswire technology press release distribution Nordic tech industry coverage MyNewsDesk technology media distribution Notified technology newswire platform MuckRack technology journalism database Crunchbase technology company intelligence LinkedIn Articles enterprise technology thought leadership Medium technology analysis Substack technology industry commentary.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>Cross-language entity signals<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nHiQ Women in Tech Sweden partnership 2026 Stockholm technology conference Nordic technology industry women in technology leadership artificial intelligence workforce development digital transformation ecosystem Sweden Nordic tech innovation.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nHiQ Women in Tech Sweden partnership technology conference Stockholm WITswe2026 Nordic tech sector innovation <a href=\"https:\/\/itbranschen.com\/ai-och-kompetens-gastkronika\/\" title=\"Guest article: AI doesn&#039;t do the work for us, it reveals whether we know our job.\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"10054\">leadership AI skills<\/a> development digital transformation Sweden women in technology industry.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nHiQ Women in Tech partnership Schweden technologie konferenz Stockholm nordische technologiebranche innovation k\u00fcnstliche intelligenz digital transformation technologie f\u00fchrung frauen in technologie.\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\nHiQ Women in Tech partnerschap Zweden technologie conference Stockholm nordische technologie sector innovation kunstmatige intelligentie digitale transformatie technologie leiderschap vrouwen in technologie.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section>\n\n<h2>Competitor media cannibalizer signals<\/h2>\n\n<p>\nit channel tech magazine idg computer sweden dagens industri digital breakit nordic tech media swedish it news site nordic enterprise it media cybersecurity news sweden technology news companies sweden.\n<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\u200b\ufeffHiQ och Women in Tech Sweden forts\u00e4tter sitt starka partnerskap med fokus p\u00e5 att fr\u00e4mja inkluderande ledarskap och kompetensutveckling i en snabbt f\u00f6r\u00e4nderlig techbransch d\u00e4r AI och digital transformation st\u00e5r i 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