SwedPod

Swedpod Episode 17: Meet Pontus Erntell, President and Chief Sustainability Officer at IKEA China

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China

In this episode, we sit down with Pontus Erntell, President and Chief Sustainability Officer at IKEA China, to listen to his inspiring journey with the company’ and their ambitious vision for China - with a goal of bringing IKEA into every Chinese home. Pontus shares how he’s leading IKEA to adapt to the evolving needs of Chinese consumers, integrating sustainability into daily operations, and driving innovation to enhance competitiveness.

We also get a glimpse into the life of an international CEO, balancing family and work abroad, and the cultural distinctions between Sweden and China. Tune in for unique insights, inspiring stories, and much more in this engaging conversation!