Cherry SE Announces Leadership Transition with Rogier Volmer as Interim CEO Effective 2026

The Supervisory Board of Cherry SE has unanimously appointed Rogier Volmer as Interim Chief Executive Officer and Management Board member effective January 1, 2026. Current CEO Oliver Kaltner will leave the Management Board at his own request upon the expiration of his current term on December 31, 2025, though he will continue to provide advisory support for the company's merger and acquisition efforts. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment for Cherry SE, a global manufacturer of computer peripherals and digital health solutions, as it seeks to build on recent restructuring and position itself for future growth in competitive markets.

Rogier Volmer brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience to the role, including senior positions at major technology companies. He most recently led the DACH & Benelux region at Haier Europe, where he delivered a successful turnaround and significant EBIT improvement. As CEO of Trust International, he drove a full commercial and organizational transformation that achieved sustained double-digit growth. During his tenure at Logitech, Volmer held multiple General Manager roles across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, consistently delivering strong revenue and profit performance. His appointment signals Cherry SE's continued focus on revenue and earnings growth as articulated by Marcel Stolk, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, who noted the company remains a market leader in excellence and innovation in both peripherals and digital health offerings.

Volmer expressed honor at taking leadership of Cherry during what he described as a moment of significant strategic opportunity. He emphasized the company's strong brand and dedicated team as foundations for advancing Cherry's role in gaming, hybrid-work technology, and digital health sectors. Volmer specifically acknowledged the foundation created by Oliver Kaltner and expressed his intention to build upon it to deliver sustainable performance and continued innovation. The transition represents both continuity and change for the organization as it navigates evolving market conditions and technological advancements in its core business areas.

Oliver Kaltner's departure follows three intense years marked by what he described as tough restructuring measures in challenging waters. Under his leadership, significant structural measures were successfully implemented both domestically and internationally, the company's operational profile was sharpened, and the organization was aligned for the next stages of development. Marcel Stolk expressed sincere gratitude on behalf of the entire Supervisory Board for Kaltner's exceptional leadership, strong personal commitment, integrity, and constructive collaboration during this period. Kaltner expressed confidence that the company had reshaped its true potential and would continue on a positive future direction, while thanking the global Cherry team, fellow board members, the Supervisory Board, business partners, and shareholders for their support.

The leadership change occurs as Cherry SE continues to operate in competitive technology markets where innovation and strategic positioning are critical. With operational headquarters in Germany and facilities in China and Austria, along with sales offices across multiple continents, the company maintains a global presence that requires experienced leadership to navigate international markets and supply chain considerations. The appointment of an interim CEO with extensive international experience suggests the Supervisory Board's recognition of these global challenges and opportunities. For more information about Cherry SE, investors and interested parties can visit https://ir.cherry.de/en/.