According CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management Nicolai Tangen, ESG and investing go hand in hand. Ilham sits down with Nicolai to discuss the importance of achieving the power of AND for investors, the journey of Norges Bank Investment Management under his leadership, his leadership lessons and advice for young leaders and investors, as well as his favorite books, paintings and more! Nicolai Tangen is the CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM). In that role he is responsible for managing the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund, which owns approximately 1.4% of the world’s listed companies. On top of running one of the largest sovereign wealth funds in the world, he is also a podcast host, a lifelong learner, an avid reader, and an art and cooking enthusiast. He holds masters degrees in Art History and Social Psychology. Timestamps1:25 - Upbringing in Kristiansand, Norway2:43 - Commitment to philanthropy5:16 - Journey of NBIM under his leadership9:12 - Sustainable AND profitable investing12:43 - Criteria NBIM investments14:08 - Importance of transparency15:41 - Podcast: In Good Company17:28 - Leadership lessons23:26 - Diversity, equity and inclusion26:16 - Favorite books27:34 - Favorite artists and paintings29:00 - Advice to young leaders31:29 - Favorite things to cook For additional details about the podcast, show notes, and access to resources mentioned during the show, please visit https://www.syensqo.com/en/podcast