Rikard Lundqvist new CEO of Optronic

Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rikard Lundqvist as the new CEO of Optronic, effective September 15th, 2024.

Rikard has a long history as an international executive with a proven track record in significant leadership roles within technical and global companies.

Most recently, he served as the CEO of Kloudberry, a privately held management consulting firm based in Ashburn, Virginia, USA. Kloudberry specializes in interim executive leadership and strategy development for tech companies, including product strategy, M&A, go-to-market, partnerships, and innovation. Their clients include international technology firms, both public and private.

"I am excited to join Optronics as CEO and collaborate with such a dedicated team and our valued customers. I am committed to upholding the core values of Dacke Industri, and I look forward to driving our efforts not only to meet but exceed the expectations of our customers, partners, and stakeholders," says," Rikard Lundqvist, CEO of Optronic.

"With extensive experience in leading global organizations, Rikard brings highly qualified knowledge and expertise to benefit Optronic's growth and strategic initiatives. His ability to navigate complex markets and drive innovation will play a crucial role in steering our company toward new business opportunities,” says Lars Åleby, VP Electronics, Dacke Industri.

After 20 successful years in leading positions at Optronics, the last of which was as CEO, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Ulrik Stenbacka for his outstanding dedication and contributions. His efforts have been instrumental in securing Optronic's future success.

About Optronic

Optronics offers services in the development and manufacturing of products utilizing optical measurement technology. The comprehensive offering covers the entire product lifecycle, from early design phases, through industrialization and all the way to series production. The customers from various industries consider them as a complete partner who takes care of their products as if they were their own. Optronic is headquartered in Skellefteå, Sweden and have an annual revenue of 200 MSEK and around 65 employees. Home | Optronic

This is Dacke Industri

Dacke Industri is a long-term owner that invests in innovative technology companies within selected niches with potential for development. We provide expertise and strategic guidance to build sustainable companies over time. We follow a decentralized model where our companies have a high degree of autonomy and are run independently. Our companies have their own products or systems with a strong technical focus, development- and design expertise, and quality execution. The companies use existing platforms for innovation and work towards environmentally sustainable products and production. Dacke Industri is owned by Nordstjernan since January 2016. 

Today Dacke Industri has 24 subsidiaries within 4 divisions, about 1600 employees worldwide, and net sales of SEK 4,5 billion. Dacke Industri | With long term ownership in focus    

For more information please contact:

Lars Åleby                                                          
VP Electronics                                       
Dacke Industri                                                                                                       
+46 70 234 51 53 lars.aleby@dackeindustri.com

Rikard Lundqvist
CEO                                         
Optronic
+46 70 267 58 28 rikard.lundqvist@optronic.se

Camilla Quist                                                          
Communication and Administration Manager                                     
Dacke Industri                                                                                                       
+46 70 590 03 70 camilla.quist@dackeindustri.com