Pandora President and CEO Alexander Lacik to Retire

Core Viewpoint - Alexander Lacik, the CEO of Pandora, will retire on March 11, with Berta de Pablos-Barbier, the current chief marketing officer, set to succeed him [1][2]. Company Leadership Transition - Berta de Pablos-Barbier expressed her honor in taking over as CEO, highlighting the growth and brand transformation achieved under Lacik's leadership [2]. - The board of directors is pleased with the appointment of de Pablos-Barbier, noting her strong analytical skills and experience in luxury and consumer goods [2]. Performance Under Current Leadership - Under Lacik's leadership since April 2019, Pandora has experienced a revenue growth of 45% and an increase in its global workforce from 24,000 to 37,000 [2]. Market Reaction - The market response to the leadership change has been muted, although there are concerns regarding potential pressure on shares due to Lacik's strong performance and the current market volatility [3][4].