Vizrt Group Appoints New Chairperson to Accelerate Growth
Vizrt Group has appointed Klaus Holse as its new chairperson. With a background as CEO of SimCorp, corporate VP at Microsoft, and senior VP at Oracle, Klaus is expected to support Vizrt Group’s further growth and expansion.
Klaus Holse, Vizrt Group
“I am delighted to be appointed chairperson of Vizrt Group and I am excited to support its continued transition to a SaaS business model,” said Holse. “The group has great potential for further growth with its leading technology platform, strong customer relationships and reputation for operational excellence. I’m looking forward to working together with Vizrt Group’s high-caliber management team on leading the industry’s transition to innovative IP-video, cloud production and software defined solutions.”
With his experience and track record from the IT and software industry, Holse will act as chairperson for select Nordic Capital portfolio companies within the technology and financial services sectors, including Vizrt Group and Macrobond, a provider of macroeconomic and financial time series solutions.
“Nordic Capital is enthusiastic about bringing further expertise to help build upon Vizrt Group’s legacy of innovation and proven track record of serving the world’s best broadcasters and content creators. Vizrt Group is an exciting company that has been a consistent high performer during Nordic Capital’s ownership,” stated Fredrik Näslund, partner and head of technology and payments, Nordic Capital Advisors. “Klaus Holse is a highly experienced leader in the software and tech space, bringing a unique set of skills and knowledge that will help Vizrt Group scale and grow. Nordic Capital’s network of Senior Advisors plays an important role in supporting the successful and sustainable development of the portfolio companies.”
”I am thrilled that Nordic Capital is continuing its proactive support of our growth plans and I am looking forward to delivering the next chapter of the Vizrt Group story with Klaus,” concluded Michael Hallén, CEO of Vizrt Group.
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