Emilie Åsberg

Havguard AS

Inspired by biomimicry (animal behaviour) our technology Orcanet (tm) came to life - optimising the way technology and animals can co-exist in our oceans 🌊

In Havguard AS we use artificial intelligence to make our underwater communication system auto-adaptive to environmental conditions, designed to reduce:
 
- energy consumption
- emission power
- time the fauna is exposed to communication signals
- usage of frequency bands used by animals to limit disturbance
- usage of sound and light in communication, and more usage of the magnetic field

Our team is inspired by our love and care for animals, and based on that we found ways to reduce human impact on nature, simultaneously increasing the quality of service. 

The Orca inspired us because it has a highly complex and yet efficient way of communicating. Their communication signals are using a complex modulation scheme and is adaptable for short and long distances. It's a discrete and interesting animal 🐋

Our technology was developed based on our core values, and the same values motivates us to believe we have a role to play in developing the next generation #underwater technology 🌊

Co-founder, CEO and board member

Ethica Invest AS

Founder, CEO & Chairwoman

Nanize AS

Head of Business Development

Nord University

University Lecturer

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

PhD candidate at NTNU from apr 20 - sept 23. Co-lead a large science project, and first authored three scientific papers published in well known journals.

PHD Candidate

University lecturer

CEO Havguard | Real-time underwater communication equivalent to 5G| AI | dual-use| Norwegian 🇳🇴

Welcome to my profile 🇳🇴

I'm Emilie, a Norwegian entrepreneur and CEO of the deeptech company Havguard AS. 

The world-class expertise in Havguard has spent 14 years of work solving problems in underwater communication and sensing. This has resulted in new and revolutionary technology beyond the state of the art. Since the start of our company in January 23 we have had quite a journey; for instance we were a scouted company for the 401 Tech Bridge/ NavalX cohort BlueTIDE, on panel of disruptive technologies in NATO HQ for the Digital Ocean, venture in the selected CDL Atlantic Ocean program and last but not least a company in the Masschallange BlueTech program. 

My background (PhD.c) is from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), as well as the Nordic program for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Karolinska Institutet, University of Oslo, University of Copenhagen, and NTNU). I have two abroad courses (Kings College of Applied Security Studies): one in “AI for national security” and another one in “Wargaming and Strategy”.

Additional to Havguard I have founded Ethica Invest (🇳🇴).

Deep tech company. Establishing eyes underwater using unique hardware and AI (underwater industrial Metaverse) 

Sejal Thakkar

TrainXtra

With over 20 years of experience as an employment law attorney and workplace culture strategist, I partner with HR leaders, executives, and teams to drive meaningful cultural transformation. 

Key Accomplishments. Partnering with teams to enhance workplace culture, foster collaboration, and team building. Delivering effective training programs (in person and virtually) to global organizations. Speaking at numerous conferences and events, sharing actionable insights and strategies to drive inclusion, civility, and organizational success. Two-time TEDx speaker on topics of unconscious bias and belonging.

Founder | Employment Attorney 

Super Founder

Key Accomplishments. Provide actionable strategies to help founders and leaders navigate cultural challenges. Share insights at virtual events on leadership, culture, and building high-performing teams. Write blogs on culture-related topics such as inclusivity, collaboration, and strategies for building resilient teams.

Super Founder Global Network Culture Head

Nobody Studios

Key Accomplishments. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to align cultural strategy with studio values. Developing recruiting, onboarding, and evaluation processes to attract and retain high-quality talent globally. Leading virtual programs to cultivate relationships across the studio, fostering open communication, team-building, and a strong sense of belonging in a virtual work environment. Providing strategic guidance for building and scaling newcos. Supporting fundraising, marketing, and business development initiatives. Hosting and moderating over 80 LinkedIn livestreams, covering topics like culture, the making of a venture studio, and startup strategies, to share insights, engage stakeholders, and strengthen the studio’s community-driven approach.

Co-Founder | Chief Culture Officer | Angel Investor

University of California, San Francisco

Managed sexual harassment and discrimination cases involving students, staff, and faculty.  Designed and delivered campus-wide training programs to promote awareness and foster a culture of equity and respect.

Senior Complaint Resolution Officer

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

Represented employers in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and discrimination claims.

Senior Counsel

Manning, Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez & Trester

Provided strategic advice to management on employment-related matters. Managed all aspects of litigation, from case inception through resolution, including court appearances, depositions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.

Employment Litigation Associate

I've been on every side of culture transformation: counseling, training, consulting, coaching, advocating, investigating, and building strategies. 

With over 20 years of legal expertise, I serve as strategic business partner and cultural architect. I partner with global organizations to enhance workplace culture through initiatives that foster collaboration, inclusion, to proactively mitigate risk preventing costly litigation. See key accomplishments in Experience section. DM to check availability and fit.

"Sejal’s unparalleled blend of legal expertise and people-centered leadership sets her apart as a trusted partner for any organization seeking to build inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplaces." - Min Bhogaita (Chief Scouting Officer at Nobody Studios, Ex Deloitte Director)

"Sejal’s abilities are best utilized towards making a true organizational impact from the working level all the way to corporate leadership." - Nick Gicinto (CEO at Hilltop Technologies, Former CIA, Tesla, Uber, Chainlink Labs)

"Sejal Thakkar is one of the most inclusive leaders on the planet." - Matthew Cahill (CEO of Percipio Company)

"Sejal is a force to be reckoned with. I highly recommend Sejal to companies who simply want to get things right." - John Carlson (Director, People and Culture at Treaty Oak Clean Energy)

"Sejal's exceptional communication skills have made her an invaluable collaborator. She has a unique ability to connect with individuals at all levels, creating a safe and respectful environment for meaningful discussions." - Becky Barton (CEO at People415)

 "To say she exceeded our expectations would be an understatement." - Jessica Kunkle (Vice President, Talent at Zeno Group)

"I have seen Sejal present to multiple different audiences (men and women, mixed ages, HR specialists, and attorneys) and she has been effective in all of these. People come out energized and happy, engaged on the topic, and willing to do better, which is a serious win." - Audrey Gee (Partner at Brown, Gee & Wenger LLP)

"Sejal is one of the most effective speakers and trainers for helping organizations foster civility and create safe, inclusive cultures." - Meredith Bell (President at Grow Strong Leaders)

"Sejal is an outstanding partner, trainer and consultant. Absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a competent, authentic, thoughtful and knowledgeable partner.  Five stars!" - Caroline Davis (Vice President, Employee Engagement at EDENS)

Chief Civility Officer

Passionate Attorney and Educator with focus on delivering specifically tailored employment law and human resources training for employers on a variety of topics including harassment, bullying, discrimination, unconscious bias, diversity and inclusion and leadership training.  Deliver one-on-one sensitivity coaching for managers and employees concerning harassment, discrimination and diversity awareness issues.

After 22 years at the podium—defending legal cases, training global teams, speaking on panels, and showing up on livestreams and stages, my approach to preparation is still evolving.

It’s no longer about memorizing talking points or trying to impress. It’s about something far more sustainable: clarity and connection.

My prep ritual, 2025 edition:

--> Forget Memorization. Focus on Meaning. Instead of drilling bullet points, I review my notes for clarity. What’s the core message? Am I making it simple for myself—and my audience—to grasp what matters most?

--> Reframe key points into questions.This subtle shift moves my mindset from “delivering a monologue” to sparking a true conversation.

--> Visualize the audience. Before going live, I picture the audience: professionals tuning in between calls, listeners multitasking, skeptics who’ve heard it all. What are they tired of hearing? What would actually surprise or serve them right now?

--> Remind myself: My goal isn’t to perform. It’s to contribute something useful—even if just a single new insight or moment of clarity.

This isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about knowing what matters.

How do you prepare for moments when you need to show up and be heard?

Chief of Staff to CEO | Driving AI + LegalTech Innovation | Employment Attorney | 2X TEDx Speaker

ALSPs have grown into a multibillion-dollar industry, managing everything from routine high-volume work to highly specialized legal operations.

Monica’s recent edition, “Alternative Legal Services Providers (ALSPs): A Look Back, and What’s Ahead,” takes us through:

--> The journey of ALSPs from niche disruptors to strategic partners.

--> How generative AI is accelerating innovation in legal services.

--> Why collaboration between ALSPs and law firms is the real game-changer.


Read the full edition here: https://lnkd.in/g7SHRC8w

Open article: Alternative Legal Services Providers (ALSPs): A Look Back, and What’s Ahead by Monica Zent • 11 min read

Alternative Legal Services Providers (ALSPs): A Look Back, and What’s Ahead

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