Nordic SeaFarm has appointed Christer Olausson as its new CEO, following the decision of Simon Hilmersson to step down for personal reasons. Hilmersson will remain with the company as Deputy CEO, focusing on expanding new business verticals and strategy. Olausson brings a strong background in business development, having held executive roles in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and agriculture. His appointment comes as the company looks to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing European seaweed market and broaden its product offerings in areas like food, bioplastics, and pet food. Nordic SeaFarm, established in 2016, has been a key player in the commercialization and research of seaweed, with a focus on sustainability and innovation in various industries.
Seaweed can help to save the world, not alone, but definitely play an important part of it. The business potential is immense, and Nordic SeaFarm is now setting the foundation to go big, by bringing in a new CEO.
“We are ready to put Nordic SeaFarm on the map once and for all, and we are building a real seaweed powerhouse,” says Thony Michaelsen, Chairman of the Board at Nordic SeaFarm.
Founded in 2016 in Sweden, Nordic SeaFarm has been at the forefront of seaweed commercialization, focusing on research and development of high-quality seaweed for food, feed, and industrial applications. The company’s appointment of Olausson reflects its commitment to becoming a powerhouse in the global seaweed industry while contributing to sustainable solutions for the future.
“We are excited to welcome Christer Olausson as our new CEO,” says Michaelsen. “His extensive experience in strategic growth, sales and business expansion makes him the perfect leader to take Nordic SeaFarm to new heights. Under his leadership, we are confident in our ability to scale our operations and continue our mission to make seaweed truly available to the masses. We are putting together a real seaweed powerhouse.”
Christer Olausson, the newly appointed CEO of Nordic SeaFarm, brings a wealth of experience in scaling production and driving business expansion across various industries. With a career spanning pharmaceuticals, food, and agriculture, Olausson has held executive roles focused on strategic growth, sales, and business development. His expertise aligns perfectly with Nordic SeaFarm’s vision to lead the seaweed industry in sustainable solutions. Olausson’s leadership is expected to accelerate the company’s growth, positioning it as a key player in the commercialization of seaweed-based products across sectors such as food, bioplastics, and pet food. His deep understanding of business development and commitment to innovation make him an ideal fit to steer the company towards even greater success.
“I am honored to join Nordic SeaFarm and lead such a pioneering company in the blue economy,” said Christer Olausson. “The potential of seaweed in addressing global sustainability challenges is immense, and I look forward to working with the talented team at Nordic SeaFarm to drive innovation, expand market reach, and contribute to a more sustainable future.”
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