Cherry SE Permanently Appoints Rogier Volmer as CEO, Committing to Continuity in Its Strategic Transformation

The Supervisory Board of Cherry SE has permanently appointed Rogier Volmer as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 1, 2026. Volmer, who served as interim CEO since January 1, 2026, will continue to lead the strategic transformation at the international manufacturer of computer input devices. The decision underscores the board's commitment to stability and continuity during a critical phase for the company.

Under Volmer's leadership, Cherry SE will maintain its focus on the operational implementation of the 'Blossom' future program. Since taking office, Volmer has set the course for sustainably increasing the Group's profitability and strengthening its position in the core business of peripherals and components. His permanent appointment ensures a seamless continuation of these strategic initiatives.

Marcel Stolk, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Cherry SE, stated: "Over the past few months as interim CEO, Rogier has proven, with his extensive international leadership experience and clear strategic vision, that he is the right person to lead CHERRY into its long-term future. He has stabilized the organization, brought focus and direction, and advanced the implementation of our transformation with discipline. We are very pleased to continue working with him."

CEO Rogier Volmer commented: "I would like to thank the Supervisory Board for the trust they have placed in me. Over the past six months, I have gained an in-depth understanding of the potential of our long-established brand and the high level of commitment of our global team, and together we have laid the foundation for CHERRY's future. Now it is time to maintain this course with full momentum. Our focus remains clear: profitable growth in our core segments - Office, Security, and Gaming - and sustainable value for our shareholders, partners, and employees."

Cherry SE [ISIN: DE000A3CRRN9] is a global manufacturer of computer input devices such as keyboards, mice, microphones, and headsets for applications in office, gaming, and industry for hybrid work, as well as hardware and software solutions in digital healthcare. Since its founding in 1953, CHERRY has been synonymous with innovative and durable high-quality products, developed in-house, specifically to meet customer needs.

CHERRY's operational headquarters is in Germany (Auerbach in der Oberpfalz) and it employs staff in development, services, logistics, and production sites in Germany (Auerbach), China (Zhuhai), and Austria (Vienna), as well as in multiple sales offices in Germany (Munich, Auerbach), France (Paris), Sweden (Landskrona), the USA (Kenosha), China (Shanghai) and Taiwan (Taipei). For more information, visit https://ir.cherry.de/en/.