Lena Grenat, CEO of SAM, explores the intriguing cultural contrasts and similarities between Finns and Americans. She highlights the importance of resilience and vulnerability in leadership, drawing parallels to chess as a metaphor for learning and strategy. The conversation dives into effective communication across diverse backgrounds, fostering global networks, and the challenges of non-profit leadership. Lena emphasizes the need for personal growth through embracing mistakes, showing how inspiration and adaptability shape effective leaders in uncertain times.