Lund, Sweden -- August 2023. Axiell, the world's leading provider of software and services for the cultural sector, appoints Henrik Béen as Chief Product Officer (CPO), responsible for the Group's product and platform portfolio. In this newly established role, the CPO is tasked with managing the vision and strategic direction for Axiell's products, ensuring that the cultural ecosystem Axiell is envisioning delivers value to customers every day. The role will strengthen Axiell's scalable product portfolio to drive digital transformation for museums, archives, libraries, and schools, meeting their needs for today and anticipating their requirements for growth tomorrow.

"I am very pleased to welcome Henrik Béen to Axiell. As an experienced Software/SaaS executive, he brings a blend of broad international product management expertise alongside a deep strategic competence that will strengthen our product and management team." says Joel Sommerfeldt, President & CEO, Axiell Group.

With over 20 years of international experience in the IT industry at companies including Qlik, Inriver and Hypergene, Henrik has delivered value in various roles such as VP of Product Strategy, VP of Product Management and Marketing. Most recently, Henrik ran his own consulting services company. He possesses solid management and board experience from his work as a board member at Hoodin.

"I am excited about joining Axiell and the opportunity to work with a team that has been at the very forefront of digitalizing the culture sector for years. I look forward to contributing to the enhancement of cultural experiences for everyone, using modern technology." says Henrik Béen, incoming CPO, Axiell Group.

Henrik will assume his role on October 1, 2023, and will be part of Axiell's Group management team.

About Axiell

Axiell's solutions help institutions share culture and knowledge with the world. Our software and services assist them in managing their collections, encourage reading, preserve cultural heritage, improve learning, and increase engagement with the public. Our customers are libraries, museums, archives, and schools in 60 countries. We develop innovative digital tools to transform the way they work and connect with their audiences. We do this from 15 offices globally, with headquarters in Sweden.