Building for Years, Not Quarters: How to Balance Slow Opportunities with Time Pressures with CEO of HS Orka, Tómas Sigurðsson - Episode 32

February 5
38 mins

Episode Description

Tómas Sigurðsson’s greatness comes from small beginnings. 

The self-described ‘accidental CEO’ has been measured and methodical. He’s not blinded by chasing quarterly goals - he’s patient. He’s prudent. He builds for the long-term…

The skills on display throughout his career often stem from innocuous moments - those same talents combined with invaluable early experience see him lead one of Iceland’s leading geothermal power companies; HS Orka.

So join us to explore the moments that taught Tomas what really keeps the power on for the long run.

You will learn:

  • How to balance decade-long planning and capital projects with short-term, quarterly performance goals
  • Strategies for driving culture change 
  • How to grow strong teams and future leaders through continuous feedback, mentorship and intentional succession planning
  • Why planning your life, protecting time to recharge and staying grounded matters for sustainable leadership

🔑 Key Themes

  • Long-term thinking vs. short-term pressure
  • Innovation and resource stewardship in Tómas’ industry
  • Culture change and building a business mindset
  • People, mentorship and developing leaders

🔗 Connect with us

Tómas Sigurðsson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/t%C3%B3mas-sigur%C3%B0sson-4b53b986/

HS Orka

https://www.linkedin.com/company/hs-orka/

https://www.hsorka.is/en/

Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
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