Consid Awards 2025

For several years, we have celebrated digital role models through awards presented at our annual gala, Consid Awards. Now, it is once again time to shine the spotlight on the individuals and organisations that exemplarily drive digital development forward in Sweden.

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Winner of the Digital Rising Star of the Year 2025: Felicia Schön

This year’s winner has, in a short period of time, become a strong and influential voice in the digital finance world. With a unique ability to explain complex topics in an accessible and engaging way, she has turned personal finance into something inspiring rather than intimidating. Through the podcast Inga dumma frågor om pengar (“No Stupid Questions About Money”) and her lectures, she reaches thousands of people and helps increase financial awareness in society. With a particular focus on women’s finances, she has also highlighted personal finance as a central gender equality issue – demonstrating that economic independence is one of the keys to real change. Her dedication and impact make her a natural rising star in the digital landscape.

The nominees were:

  • Deqa Abukar, founder of Bling Startup
  • Felicia Schön, personal finance expert at Avanza
  • Kousha Torabi, e-commerce entrepreneur
  • Tech Elevate HER, tech and entrepreneurship programme for women in the Nordics
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Winner of the eQualizer of the Year 2025: Olivia Harlin

This year’s winner is a role model who is paving the way toward a more inclusive and equal future within tech. With her passion for design, technology, and people, she has not only built a career as a UX designer but also cultivated a strong commitment that extends far beyond the workplace. Through her ambassadorship, her voice in public forums, and her courage to champion gender equality as a given in the IT industry, she inspires more young women to take space, influence change, and lead. She personifies the new generation that sees diversity not as a bonus, but as a prerequisite for success.

The nominees were:

  • Jane Walerud, entrepreneur and business angel
  • Michelle Kadir, Country Manager for YouTube Sweden
  • Olivia Harlin, UX designer and Microsoft’s Tech Girl 2022
  • Tekla Acs, co-founder of Aim’n
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Winner of the Digital Honorary Award 2025: Christer Olsson

Christer Olsson is awarded the Digital Honorary Award of the Year for his ability to make leadership and human development relevant in a digital age. As one of the Nordic region’s most appreciated speakers and authors, he has for more than three decades inspired individuals and organisations to grow and reach their full potential. Through his books, lectures, and digital channels, Christer has made his insights accessible to a wide audience and has contributed to development, engagement, and new perspectives.

 

 

 

 

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Winner of the Digital Influencer of the Year Award 2025: Rickard Lyko

From a small hair salon in Vansbro to one of the Nordic region’s most successful digital commerce platforms – this year’s winner exemplifies what happens when courage, vision and technology come together. With a leadership style defined by curiosity and innovation, he has built a company that not only transformed an industry but also inspired others to think bigger and dare to go digital. The Digital Influencer of the Year is Rickard Lyko. 

The nominees were:

  • Alexander Morad, CEO and Founder of Bright Mind Agency
  • Sophia Wikander, CEO of Microsoft Sweden
  • Rickard Lyko, Founder and CEO of Lyko
  • Mauri Hermundsson, YouTuber and TV personality

 

 

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