Louise Bringselius

The Trust Strategist

A Leading Voice on Trust and Psychological Safety
Louise Bringselius is a globally recognized thought leader, acclaimed researcher, and award-winning speaker who brings unparalleled expertise in trust-based leadership, psychological safety, and change management to the European stage. 

“Louise delivered a compelling and insightful lecture on the importance of trust in Swedish corporate culture and leadership, with a special focus on psychological safety. Her presentation at the Friends of Executive CEO event was both inspiring and intellectually engaging.”

Jimmy Oldén, CEO and founder of Friends of Executive AB

Magnetic Speaker

Awarded ‘Speaker of the Year in Leadership’ in Sweden 2023, Louise has delivered over 1,200 dynamic talks across industries, blending research-driven strategies with real-world examples. This, along with her bestselling books on trust and psychological safety, has made her a sought-after voice on fostering innovation, resilience, learning, and courage in organizations. She calls for a purpose-driven leadership that builds bridges and recognizes the strengths of every individual. Fluent in English and with a magnetic stage presence, Louise engages audiences with humor, clarity, and actionable takeaways—whether she’s addressing CEOs, policymakers, or frontline teams. From Stockholm to Brussels, she’s the go-to expert for unlocking the power of trust in today’s complex world.
As an Associate Professor in Management Studies, affiliated at Stockholm School of Economics, she combines rigorous academic insight with practical experience from various sectors. She has been consulted by the Swedish Government as Head of Research in the highly influential Trust Delegation (2017–2019), a delegation driving the Swedish trust reform and setting an agenda for the future leadership and governance of the public sector. She has also been influential in the Norwegian trust reform.

“Combining research, inspiring examples, and practical advice, Louise provided us with valuable insights and strategies for fostering a more open and trust-based work environment. The audience rated her presentation exceptionally high – 5.85 out of 6.”

Marie Jacobsson, Business Director, Lösningar för Offentlig Sektor och Upphandlingsdagarna

Key opinion-leader

For many years, Louise has built a reputation as a thought-leader both in management in general, and in matters of the public sector in particular. She is regularly asked to comment on events by the major Swedish newspapers, and radio channels and she writes columns in the newspaper Sydsvenska Dagbladet, as well as the journal Chefstidningen. She has also been consulted by international media, such as Bloomberg News.

A selection of her books, currently available in Swedish, will include Tillitsprincipen: Tolv vägval för kreativa och modiga organisationer (2024), Psykologisk trygghet: Att välkomna den som utmanar (2023) och Tillitsbaserat ledarskap: Från pinnräknande till samskapande (2021).