Jenny Lindén Urnes

Early Life

Jenny Ulrika Ulfsdotter Lindén Urnes was born on March 29, 1971. She is the daughter of Ulf G. Lindén, who built up a private stake in Höganäs AB and took it private in 1987. Jenny Lindén Urnes studied history of art at Heythrop College, University of London, and graduated in 1995.

Rise to Success

Lindén Urnes inherited Lindéngruppen from her father in 2009. She became chairman of the board. The industrial group owns 50% of Höganäs AB, a leading maker of powdered metal, and Beckers, which produces industrial coatings. In 2013, Lindéngruppen, together with a foundation linked to the Wallenberg family, took Höganäs AB private again.

Key Business Strategies

As the chair of Lindéngruppen, Jenny Lindén Urnes focuses on a long-term approach with a values-driven leadership. Her strategies include a focus on sustainability and minimizing the environmental footprint of the businesses. Her leadership style values continuity while also embracing change and adapting to new solutions.

Philanthropy

Jenny Lindén Urnes is actively involved in community-based projects. She is the chair of the Färgfabriken Foundation and Lindéngruppen is a main sponsor for the art hall. Lindéngruppen supports sustainable development research.