After an extensive recruitment process, the board of Malmö Live Konserthus AB has decided to appoint Erik Mikael Karlsson as CEO & Concert Hall Manager of Malmö Live Konserthus. Erik Mikael Karlsson has extensive experience from the cultural sector, both as a leader and composer.
Erik Mikael Karlsson is currently CEO of Norrlandsoperan, where he has done much appreciated work in putting the business on the map and strengthening national and international collaborations. He also has many years of experience in radio production from Sveriges Radio, where he was responsible for both live broadcasts and music programs.
”"Erik Mikael has a deep insight into the importance of music for human health and well-being. His leadership profile and interest in people fit well with the times and challenges Malmö Live Konserthus is now facing. We look forward to welcoming Erik Mikael to Malmö Live Konserthus", says Chairman of the Board Birgit Hansson.
”I am extremely proud and happy to be the CEO and Concert Hall Manager of Malmö Live Concert Hall & Malmö Symphony Orchestra and to lead and develop a fantastically beautiful concert hall with an incredibly fine musical breadth and with a top-class symphony orchestra. I hope that my experiences, my many years in the music industry, my passion for music and for building both national and international networks and creating sustainable collaborations will contribute to a positive development and a clearer profile for the entire house's various activities with the symphony orchestra as the jewel in the crown.”", says Erik Mikael Karlsson.
Erik Mikael Karlsson will take office as CEO on March 1, 2024. Simon Törnqvist will continue as Acting CEO of the company until then.
According to the press release.
