Today it was finally announced that I am stepping out of the CEO role at Netlight! This transition has been part of the plan since I stepped into the role over three years ago, and it’s fantastic news!
Firstly, Anders Thall will do an outstanding job in the role alongside Katri Junna. Secondly, this change highlights one of the most remarkable aspects of Netlight: the rotation of the CEO role.
When we introduced the concept of having two co-CEOs who rotate every few years, our goal was to align leadership with Netlight’s core principles. Instead of having one person hold the position indefinitely, we sought a structure that reflects our collaborative culture that does not require titles. At Netlight, the CEO is not an ultimate leader but a representative of the Partner group towards the board and owners.
The rotation model allows Partners to step into and out of the role seamlessly, without prestige or hierarchy. It’s not a promotion to take on the role, nor is it a demotion to step out—it’s simply a shift in responsibilities. This approach not only gives Anders Thall the chance to grow and thrive in the role but also allows me to refocus on advancing Netlight from a Partner perspective—something I’m genuinely excited about.
Wishing all the best to Katri and Anders in this new chapter!
Say hello to our new CEO duo 👋
Today a rotation in our CEO duo was announced! Felix Sprick will step out from his role to continue as a partner amongst partners while Anders Thall will be stepping into the position alongside the current co-CEO Katri Junna.
The rotation principle is a fundamental feature of Netlight’s CEO duo model. This model challenges the traditional CEO structure, offering richer perspectives, a broader leadership skill set, greater international exposure and an equal sparring partner for those in the role.
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