The Riedel Group has appointed Gudrun Scharler as CEO of Riedel Networks, succeeding Michael Martens, who has held the post since 2012.
‘Michael has shaped Riedel Networks with exceptional commitment, entrepreneurial spirit and a clear sense for what customers need,’ says Riedel Group COO, Frank Eischet. ‘We are deeply grateful for everything he has achieved over the past 14 years. At the same time, we are excited to welcome Gudrun as the new CEO of Riedel Networks. With her strong leadership background in telecommunications, operations, and transformation, she is the right person to guide the company into its next phase of development.’
Scharler brings extensive executive experience from leading telecommunications and technology companies, and has a track record that includes key roles at Unitymedia, where she served as Chief Operations Officer, as well as having held senior leadership positions at Nets Group, E-Plus, Sunrise Communications and Telefónica Germany. Most recently, she expanded her leadership experience through roles at Canyon Bicycles and P2 eBike GmbH.
‘Riedel Networks is a great company with a strong team, a clear customer focus, and significant potential for further development,’ she says. ‘I am very much looking forward to getting to know the team and working together to continue the company’s transformation while preserving the flexibility, speed and collaborative spirit that make Riedel Networks special.’
Since assuming leadership of Riedel Networks, Martens has guided the company through a period of significant growth, helping to scale its business in secure networks and IT security. During his tenure, Riedel Networks grew from €2.8m in revenue and 12 employees to €24m and 70 employees.
‘Riedel Networks has been a defining part of my professional journey, and I am proud of the company we have developed together,’ Martens says. ‘Gudrun is taking over a company with strong momentum, and I look forward to supporting her as she leads Riedel Networks into its next chapter.’
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