Luminator Names New CEO
Magnus Friberg joins Luminator from Icomera, provider of integrated connectivity solutions for public transportation and a wholly-owned subsidiary of EQUANS, where he served as CEO.
In connection with his appointment as CEO, Magnus Friberg will join the company's board of directors.
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Luminator Technology Group named Magnus Friberg as its new CEO.
“We are thrilled to have attracted such a well-qualified, multi-cultural leader to lead Luminator Technology Group. His proven leadership skills, strategic insights, and deep sector knowledge make him the ideal choice to lead the company as we continue our mission to provide innovative, market-leading products and services to our clients,” said David Coppe, Luminator’s board chairman. “I have great confidence in Magnus’ ability to steer the company toward an even brighter future and am very much looking forward to working closely with him and the entire management team."
Luminator’s New CEO
Friberg joins Luminator from Icomera, provider of integrated connectivity solutions for public transportation and a wholly-owned subsidiary of EQUANS, where he served as CEO.
Friberg held a number of senior leadership positions earlier in his career at leading technology companies, including Scanreco, Reverb Networks Inc., and SmartTrust.
"I am honored to have been selected to lead Luminator Technology Group and thrilled to join as the company embarks on its next phase of growth and transformation,” said Friberg. “With a portfolio of innovative businesses and a tremendous talent, the opportunity ahead for LTG is vast and I look forward to working with our team, customers, partners, and board to focus on unlocking its value for a successful path forward.”
In connection with his appointment as CEO, Friberg will join the company's board of directors.
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