An integrated part of Erhverv Aarhus

Erhverv Aarhus is a business organization that works for an attractive business climate in the Aarhus region. Founded in 1862, Erhverv Aarhus is an independent and private organization, providing a strong network between its nearly 500 member companies.

We have members of all sizes and industries, both private and public, across professions, education, culture and sport. We are thus a natural gathering point for business interests and networking.

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Supporting the framework for global talent in Aarhus

International Community is part of the internationalization focus area at Erhverv Aarhus. Since 2008, we have worked to strengthen the framework conditions that help companies in Aarhus and the surrounding region attract, onboard, and retain international talent.

Through strong partnerships and strategic collaborations, we help create a solid foundation for the business community to grow and welcome the workforce of the future. Our work focuses on supporting the conditions that enable successful recruitment, integration, and long‑term retention.

At the same time, we provide international employees and their families with relevant information, networks, and activities that help them build social connections and feel at home in Aarhus.

All member companies of Erhverv Aarhus have access to our services.

If you would like to learn more about our work, collaboration opportunities, or how to support our work, feel free to contact us.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is the backbone of our work in the internationalization focus area at Erhverv Aarhus, as well as the development and execution of International Community. Their support, advice, and commitment ensure that we contribute to the further internationalization of the city of Aarhus and surrounding areas through our work. Together with the Executive Committee, we facilitate the creation of frameworks that support the business community's efforts when attracting, onboarding, and retaining international talent, as well as providing the right resources for the internationals that have moved to Aarhus and surrounding areas.

Michael Winther

Chairman / Head of International Staff Office

Ole Kvist Nicholaisen

Senior Vice President, HR Executive Partnering & Services

Mette Nyberg Hansen

IFF Campus Brabrand Manager

Monica Garcia Calero

Mobility Specialist, Global Mobility

Nina Bech Stage

Project Manager, Business Manager

Lene Hartig Danielsen

CEO, Borgerservice, Aarhus Municipality

Lars Moth Baun-Nielsen

Head of Global Rewards

Nicolai Gradman

Executive Vice President, Supply Chain & Logistics

International Mentor Network

The International Mentor Network is a new initiative developed by Erhverv Aarhus and Studenterhus Aarhus, partially funded by Interreg, supporting international graduates in their transition into the Danish labour market.

Through the program, international jobseekers are matched with experienced professionals from the business community in Aarhus, who provide guidance on job searching and act as cultural guides to Danish workplace norms and expectations.

The program builds on Erhverv Aarhus’ experience with successful mentorship initiatives, while being tailored specifically to an international target group.

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WASP (Work And Study Program in Computer Science)

WASP connects Aarhus-based companies with highly qualified IT students through a new flexible part-time master’s program at Aarhus University (Erhvervskandidatuddannelsen). It is a joint project run by the Department of Computer Science (Aarhus University) in collaboration with Tech Hub Aarhus and Erhverv Aarhus.

The program helps local companies in Aarhus recruit and retain international (and Danish) IT talent by combining academic specialisations with hands-on experience, creating long-term value for both students and employers.

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BELONG

BELONG is a project supported by Velliv Foreningen. BELONG responds to an urgent demand from Danish companies for solutions to improve the integration and wellbeing of international employees. By leveraging expertise from Copenhagen Capacity, Erhverv Aarhus, Human House and Dansk Industri, the project combines research with practical interventions.

Through workshops, onboarding programs, and leadership training, SMEs will gain the skills and insights needed to address challenges like psychological safety and cultural misunderstandings.

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