Caroline Hedman – Innovation Leader & Sustainability Advocate Caroline Hedman is a visionary leader at the intersection of emerging technologies, sustainability, and digital ecosystems. As the Chief Operating Officer of Globalyx, she is dedicated to driving innovation in Web3, AI, XR, and deep tech, fostering global collaborations that shape the future of education, aerospace, and sustainable industries. With a strong background in business development, strategic operations, and ecosystem building, Caroline has played a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of XR, blockchain, and AI-driven solutions across multiple industries. Her expertise has earned her leadership roles and global recognition, including her presidency of the VR/AR Association (VRARA) Swedish Chapter, where she has spearheaded initiatives to expand the adoption of VR, AR, and XR technologies in Scandinavia. Caroline is also a passionate advocate for technological sustainability and has been appointed as an Ambassador of the European Climate Pact (2024-2025), where she champions the role of innovation in addressing climate challenges. Through Harvverse, she continues to drive sustainable and disruptive solutions, bridging technology with real-world impact. Her contributions have been widely recognized through numerous prestigious awards, including: – Role Model of the Year – Nordic Women in Tech Awards 2024, recognized for inspiring women in technology.
– World Summit Awards, honored for groundbreaking sustainable innovation.
– Agritech Innovation Awards Spain, acknowledged for leadership in sustainable agritech solutions.
– Connecta B2B Awards Latin America, awarded for excellence in XR and sustainability solutions.
– Fintech Americas Golden DeFi IT Sustainable Solution, recognized for driving fintech sustainability.
– EuroSpaceHub, selected for pioneering work in AI, XR, and blockchain within aerospace.
– XR Design Challenge 2024 (META & IDEO), mentored emerging talent in socially impactful XR solutions.
– Fintech Americas Gold DeFi America Award, honored for sustainable innovation models integration. Additionally, Caroline holds an EASA Drone Pilot Certificate (EU) across three categories and drone types, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing aerospace, mobility, and frontier technologies.
