Nielsen will succeed interim CEO, Thorsten Reuber, who has managed the company since January 25, 2016.
“I’m thrilled to join such a strong and talented team,” says Nielsen. “DPA sets the standard for professional-quality microphone solutions and I am thrilled to lead the company as it continues to innovate the audio industry.”
Nielsen brings more than15 years of experience in directing technology-focused Danish companies. He comes to DPA from Topsil Semiconductor Materials A/S, where he had held the CEO position since 2011. Previously, he occupied CEO positions at Bang & Olufsen A/S and Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S.
“Kalle Hvidt Nielsen is a proven executive, who has managed to inspire the companies he has led as well as delivered both short-term and long-term growth,” said Karsten Langer, Chairman of the Board of Directors for DPA Microphones. “We are fortunate to welcome such a strong leader to the company. I am sure he will be a driving force behind DPA’s next period of growth.”
