Runfest Summit

What is the Runfest Summit?

The main purpose of the Runfest Summit is to establish an annual platform that will kick off the Runfest weekend by bringing together the people who will help solve one of Norway's biggest challenges.
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As a participant, you will be provoked, engaged, and inspired to make a difference, whether you work in the public, private, voluntary, or non-profit sector. With expert debate panels, sharp speakers, and a diverse audience, this will be no ordinary conference.

Experienced moderator and long-time host of NRK Debatten, Fredrik Solvang, will ensure steady leadership and engaging conversations from the stage.
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The goal is simple: As a participant, you should be able to leave with new energy, a clearer direction, and concrete ideas for your workplace and your life. Why not put them into action as early as Monday?
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See you in Sandnes on October 1st.

Registration opens soon

Speakers

Adam Grant

Organizational psychologist

Organizational psychologist and best-selling author offering new perspectives on meaning, motivation, and modern working life.

Jake Smith

Motivational Speaker

Inspire Co.

Henrik Ingebrigtsen

Public Speaking Expert

Global Speakers Inc.

Fredrik Solvang

Moderator 2026

Fredrik Solvang has, over 25 years, established himself as one of NRK's most prominent and incisive hosts. He is particularly known for his sharp interviewing technique, his ability to ask precise and challenging questions, and for leading debates with both pace and clarity.

Filip Ingebrigtsen

Entrepreneur and Author

Innovate Ventures

Elisabeth Ingebrigtsen

Educational Speaker

LearnWell Academy

Jakob Ingebrigtsen

Corporate Trainer

Skill Development Ltd.

THIS WILL BE OUR FOCUS

In 2026, the conference will have a special focus on working life and inclusion: 700,000 Norwegians are outside the workforce, and 114,000 of these are under 30 years old. Sick leave is 6.6% and on the rise. How can we reduce sick leave, increase labor force participation, and include those who are currently outside the labor market, even though they are of working age?

We will provoke

Our society faces a clear challenge, but we must dare to talk about it, genuinely. We will start the day by presenting the facts and gaining a clear overview. The debates and lectures will discuss challenges and potential solutions that can be both thought-provoking and provocative.

We will engage

Prominent figures from Norway and abroad, who are experts in their field, will shed light on the issue from new angles. This way, we can think innovatively and combine knowledge from various fields with the experience we have from our own lives and workplaces.

We will inspire

There are solutions, and there are people who have come a long way. We will learn from their experiences and be presented with concrete tools that can be implemented as early as the next workday. We promise to inspire change, at both individual and societal levels.

Yngvar Andersen

Program Manager

Runfest Summit

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Keynotes

02.

Presentations

03.

Panel Discussions

Indoor event setup with a small stage, a person working at a table with laptops, audio equipment, and a projector screen with blue curtains in the background.

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Debates

Program

Provoserende panelsamtale

Forskere, samfunnsdebattanter og politikere utfordrer etablerte sannheter om helse, arbeid, ansvar, skjermbruk og fysisk aktivitet. Målet er å skape friksjon, refleksjon og engasjement – ikke bare nikk.

Korte forskningsbaserte innlegg

Lynforedrag som gir deltakerne oppdatert kunnskap om hva som faktisk virker – og hva som ikke gjør det – innen forebygging, arbeidsmiljø og folkehelse.

Internasjonal keynote

En internasjonal hovedforedragsholder løfter blikket, setter utviklingen i Norge inn i en global kontekst, og viser hvordan andre land og miljøer lykkes.

Caser fra virkeligheten

Gatelag, arbeidsplasser, kommuner og sosiale entreprenører deler erfaringer med å skape tilhørighet, mestring og nye muligheter gjennom aktivitet og fellesskap.

Stuntdebatt på tredemølle

En annerledes debatt der panelet må jogge mens de diskuterer. Høy puls, lite bomullsord – og stor sjanse for både latter og ny innsikt.

GENERALSPONSOR

Samarbeidspartnere

ABOUT RUNFEST

Runfest Summit is part of Runfest Norway, a 3-day street running festival in Sandnes.

“This is a dream my brothers and I have had for a long time. Runfest will be a celebration of the joy of running, for young and old, big and small, untrained and experienced. It will be a street running festival and a public celebration where the world's best runners are part of the spectacle, but where everyone can participate, both recreational runners and those who have run a lot before.
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Running has given me an incredible amount, and I want us to create an event in Sandnes that runners from all over the world talk about and want to take part in, and which can motivate even more people to lace up their running shoes in the coming year,” says Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
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Run with us: https://www.runfestnorway.com/no

Testimonial

Satisfaction is the result of caring

Daniel Anderson

This venue exceeded our expectations for our corporate retreat. The atmosphere was perfect for brainstorming and team discussions. We appreciated the seamless service provided by the staff.

Operations Manager

Visionary Solutions

Jessica Taylor

Our experience at the venue was nothing short of amazing. The facilities were well-maintained, and the staff was attentive to our needs. It made our workshop a memorable one.

Training Specialist

Future Leaders Inc.

Robert Garcia

We were thrilled with our experience at this venue for our product demo. The layout allowed for great interaction with our audience, and the staff was very professional. Highly recommend for any corporate event!

Product Lead

NextGen Tech

Laura Martinez

The venue was an excellent choice for our team-building workshop. The environment fostered creativity and collaboration, and the catering services were fantastic. Everyone had a great time!

Project Manager

Synergy Group

James Wilson

We had a wonderful experience using this venue for our annual conference. The space was spacious and well-equipped, making it easy for us to engage with our attendees. We will be back next year!

Conference Organizer

Business Connect

Emily Davis

The venue was perfect for our corporate presentation. The audio-visual equipment was state-of-the-art, and the staff was very accommodating. Our clients were very impressed.

Sales Executive

Global Enterprises

Our growth, we

Years in business

Customer satisfaction

99%

Guest capacity

3k+

Why Runfest Summit – and why now?

Norway has high rates of absenteeism, increasing mental health issues, and many people excluded from both education and the workforce. Employers struggle to recruit and retain staff. At the same time, we know that physical activity, strong communities, and workplace initiatives can make an enormous difference. Both for people and the bottom line.
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Runfest Summit is our answer to these challenges. It's a sporty, knowledge-based, and action-oriented platform where we connect policy, expertise, practice, and sports. We aim to create something that generates movement, both among individuals and within the society we live in.

Registration opens soon

When and where does it take place?

The conference will be held at various locations in Sandnes city center on Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Who should attend?

The conference will be of interest to everyone concerned with public health; physical and mental health, prevention, inclusion, innovation, and value creation. There is a limited number of spots.

Who's speaking?

The Ingebrigtsen brothers, Yngvar Andersen, and Fredrik Solvang make up the core team for the day. We will announce other confirmed names well in advance of the conference.

Is the session streamed or recorded?

The conference will be live and in person.

Which language is used?

The main language is Norwegian, but Scandinavian and English presentations may occur, depending on the speaker. Translation support will be available.

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Runfest Summit is the professional meeting place that kicks off Runfest. A day for everyone who cares about public health and wants to make a difference.

Program and ticket prices coming soon

Keynotes, talks, panel discussions, and debates

Get inspired to find solutions that reduce absenteeism, increase workforce participation, and include those currently outside the labor market.

Registration opens soon

Runfest

3-day street running festival – in Sandnes – on the edge of Norway. Jakob Ingebrigtsen's home

Your race, your pace:
1500M, 5K, 10K, 21K

Join us when the running festival gathers all ages and levels for a day of running in Sandnes. The event is perfect for companies and running groups looking to invest in health, well-being, and team building.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 • SANDNES

What is the Runfest Summit?

Speakers

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Adam Grant

Jake Smith

Henrik Ingebrigtsen

Fredrik Solvang

Filip Ingebrigtsen

Elisabeth Ingebrigtsen

Jakob Ingebrigtsen

THIS WILL BE OUR FOCUS

Yngvar Andersen

Program

Provoserende panelsamtale

Korte forskningsbaserte innlegg

Internasjonal keynote

Caser fra virkeligheten

Stuntdebatt på tredemølle

GENERALSPONSOR

Samarbeidspartnere

ABOUT RUNFEST

Satisfaction is the result of caring

Our growth, we

Why Runfest Summit – and why now?

When and where does it take place?

Who should attend?

Who's speaking?

Is the session streamed or recorded?

Which language is used?

Ready to move forward?

Tickets

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