Interview with Lise Kingo, Novo Nordisk

Culture is crucial
Staying close to core values as the company grows rapidly matters – to all stakeholders

Over the past 10 years Novo Nordisk has tripled in size, both in terms of personnel and sales. With 30,000 employees in 81 countries and half the worldwide market for insulin, the pharmaceutical firm has certainly earned its global credentials. Yet, despite such rapid growth, the company remains firmly committed to its local heritage. As Lise Kingo puts it, Novo Nordisk is “a global company, with very strong Danish roots”.