Elekta appoints Johan Adebäck as Chief Financial Officer

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Elekta has appointed Johan Adebäck as the permanent Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Adebäck has served as the Acting CFO since June 2, 2020, and has an extensive background in finance, including his previous role as Group Treasurer since 2004. Elekta's President and CEO, Gustaf Salford, praised Adebäck for his integrity and proficiency. Adebäck holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Economics from Stockholm University. This announcement was made on February 25, 2021, as part of Elekta's compliance with the Securities Markets Act.

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• Johan Adebäck's appointment as permanent CFO could bring stability and continuity.
• Adebäck's extensive experience in finance and previous role as Group Treasurer may strengthen the financial leadership team.

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• Transitioning from Acting to Permanent CFO might raise concerns about continuity in strategic financial direction.

STOCKHOLM, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Elekta (EKTA-B.ST) announced today that Johan Adebäck has been appointed as permanent Chief Financial Officer with immediate effect. He has held the position of Acting CFO since June 2, 2020.

Prior to the Acting CFO position, Johan Adebäck had been Group Treasurer at Elekta since 2004, responsible for Treasury, Taxes, Customer Financing, Operational accounting and Customer Credit Risk. He has held senior positions within finance at Pharmacia and Esselte.

"I have worked closely with Johan since I began at Elekta almost 12 years ago and have always been impressed by his integrity, diligence and proficiency," said Elekta's President and CEO, Gustaf Salford. "Working side-by-side with him over the past nine months has confirmed that he also has the spirit and competence to succeed in this role."

Johan Adebäck holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Economics from Stockholm University.

 

This is information that Elekta AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the Securities Markets Act. The information was submitted for publication at 07:29 CET on February 25, 2021. (REGMAR)
 

About Elekta
For almost five decades, Elekta has been a leader in precision radiation medicine. Our more than 4,000 employees worldwide are committed to ensuring everyone in the world with cancer has access to - and benefits from - more precise, personalized radiotherapy treatments. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Elekta is listed on NASDAQ Stockholm Exchange. Visit elekta.com or follow @Elekta on Twitter.

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Mattias Thorsson, VP Corporate Communications
Tel: +46 70 865 8012, e-mail: Mattias.Thorsson@elekta.com 
Time zone: CET: Central European Time

Cecilia Ketels, Head of Investor Relations
Tel: +46 76 611 76 25, e-mail: Cecilia.Ketels@elekta.com
Time zone: CET: Central European Time

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FAQ

Who is Johan Adebäck, and what role has he been appointed to at Elekta?

Johan Adebäck has been appointed as the permanent Chief Financial Officer of Elekta, having previously served as Acting CFO since June 2020.

What qualifications does Johan Adebäck have for the CFO position at Elekta?

Johan Adebäck holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Economics from Stockholm University and has extensive experience in finance, including his role as Group Treasurer since 2004.

Why did Elekta appoint Johan Adebäck as CFO?

Elekta appointed Johan Adebäck as CFO due to his proven integrity, diligence, and proficiency in finance, as highlighted by CEO Gustaf Salford.

When was the announcement of Johan Adebäck's appointment made?

The announcement regarding Johan Adebäck's appointment as Chief Financial Officer was made on February 25, 2021.

How might Johan Adebäck's appointment affect Elekta's financial strategy?

Johan Adebäck's appointment could bring continuity and experienced leadership to Elekta's financial strategy, potentially enhancing investor confidence.